UNIVERSITY OF LAUSANNE · SWITZERLAND
BA in English Studies (First Year Propédeutique)
Bachelor's · Taught in en
At a glance
36 mo
Duration
6.0
IELTS
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Tuition / yr
en
Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 20Credits for the first year
- 5Compulsory course modules
- B2Required English proficiency level
- Annual modulesMost courses run for the full academic year
- Essay writing focusEmphasis on developing academic writing skills
This program is the first year of a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Studies at the University of Lausanne. It is designed to provide a strong foundation in English language, literature, and linguistics. The program emphasizes the development of academic writing skills and critical analysis. Students are expected to have an upper-intermediate level of English proficiency (B2) to succeed in this program. Regular attendance and consistent work are crucial for validating the year and earning credits.
Curriculum
The first year is worth 20 credits and consists of five compulsory modules covering English composition, literary history, literary analysis, language, and medieval studies. Most courses are annual, meaning they run for the entire academic year, with final grades awarded at the end of the year. Some modules use continuous assessment, while others have a final exam.
- First Year - Fall Semester
- English Composition (EC)BA-ANG-1-1010-Rédaction
- Anglo-American Literature Survey, Part I (AALS)BA-ANG-1-1020-Histoire de la littérature
- Introduction to Literary Analysis (ILA)BA-ANG-1-1030-Introduction à l’analyse littéraire
- Introduction to English Language and Linguistics (IELL) - LectureBA-ANG-1-1040-Introduction à la langue et à la linguistique anglaises
- Introduction to English Language and Linguistics (IELL) - WorkshopBA-ANG-1-1040-Introduction à la langue et à la linguistique anglaises
- First Year - Spring Semester
- English Composition (EC)BA-ANG-1-1010-Rédaction
- Anglo-American Literature Survey, Part II (AALS)BA-ANG-1-1020-Histoire de la littérature
- Introduction to Literary Analysis (ILA)BA-ANG-1-1030-Introduction à l’analyse littéraire
- Introduction to English Language and Linguistics (IELL) - LectureBA-ANG-1-1040-Introduction à la langue et à la linguistique anglaises
- Introduction to English Language and Linguistics (IELL) - WorkshopBA-ANG-1-1040-Introduction à la langue et à la linguistique anglaises
- Introduction to Medieval English - LectureBA-ANG-1-1050-Introduction à la langue et à la littérature médiévales
- Introduction to Medieval English - WorkshopBA-ANG-1-1050-Introduction à la langue et à la littérature médiévales
Frequently asked questions
- What is the BA in English Studies (First Year Propédeutique)?
- This is the foundational first year of a Bachelor of Arts in English Studies at the University of Lausanne, designed to build strong skills in English language, literature, and linguistics, with a focus on academic writing and critical analysis.
- What are the English language proficiency requirements?
- Students are expected to have an upper-intermediate level of English proficiency (B2) to succeed. The Dialang test is administered on campus during the first two weeks of the semester to assess current proficiency.
- What does the first-year curriculum involve?
- The first year is worth 20 credits and consists of five compulsory modules including English Composition, Anglo-American Literature Survey, Introduction to Literary Analysis, and Introduction to English Language and Linguistics.
- How is the academic year structured?
- Most courses are annual, running for the entire academic year, with final grades awarded at the end of the year. Assessment methods include continuous assessment and final exams.
- What are the tuition fees and living costs?
- Tuition fees and living cost estimates are not provided on the program page.
- How do I apply for this program?
- Specific application steps for this first-year propédeutique program are not detailed on the provided pages; international students typically follow the general University of Lausanne admission procedures.
Entry requirements
Dialang TestN/A (taken during the first two weeks)
Students must have reached an upper-intermediate level of English (B2) to follow the courses and complete the written work. The Dialang test is administered on campus during the first two weeks of the semester to assess current proficiency. By the end of the BA, students are expected to have achieved advanced competence in written and oral English.
Fees
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Frequently asked questions
What is the BA in English Studies (First Year Propédeutique)?
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This is the foundational first year of a Bachelor of Arts in English Studies at the University of Lausanne, designed to build strong skills in English language, literature, and linguistics, with a focus on academic writing and critical analysis.
What are the English language proficiency requirements?
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Students are expected to have an upper-intermediate level of English proficiency (B2) to succeed. The Dialang test is administered on campus during the first two weeks of the semester to assess current proficiency.
What does the first-year curriculum involve?
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The first year is worth 20 credits and consists of five compulsory modules including English Composition, Anglo-American Literature Survey, Introduction to Literary Analysis, and Introduction to English Language and Linguistics.
How is the academic year structured?
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Most courses are annual, running for the entire academic year, with final grades awarded at the end of the year. Assessment methods include continuous assessment and final exams.
What are the tuition fees and living costs?
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Tuition fees and living cost estimates are not provided on the program page.
How do I apply for this program?
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Specific application steps for this first-year propédeutique program are not detailed on the provided pages; international students typically follow the general University of Lausanne admission procedures.