Welcome to the course Advanced Academic Writing in Business Studies, 7,5 cr!
On this page you will find information about your course, course registration and more. Here you will also find your course syllabus and the course timetable.
Register on your course!
Period for course registration in Ladok: 01–14 January.
If you do not register on time, you will lose your place on the course. Please contact your course administrator before the end of the registration period if you are experiencing problems with course registration.
If you are conditionally admitted you are not able to register on the course yourself.
Course information
| Course and application code | FEA150, 21171 |
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| Study period and pace | Week 03–12 at half speed |
| Syllabus and reading list | |
| Timetable | |
| Course co-ordinator | Michelle Rydback |
| Questions about registration and admission |
Course Description
Advanced Academic Writing in Business Studies gives students the knowledge needed to carry out academic work in business studies. It teaches critical thinking, relevant philosophical and theoretical backgrounds, and reference techniques needed in master-level courses in business studies. This is a half-time course with a weight of 7.5 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) points. The course runs between week 3 (January 16) and week 12 (March 24), 2024.
Grading
The grading of the course is based on the following assessment tasks:
1. Seminar/workshop 1 – hybrid (individual and team) assignment
2. Seminar/workshop 2 - hybrid (individual and team) assignment
3. Seminar/workshop 3 – hybrid (individual and team) assignment
4. Final written assignment – Individual
Note: Detailed information about these tasks will be available in the Course Guidelines that you will find in Canvas.
Communication and Teaching Approach
FEA150 Advanced Academic Writing in Business Studies is a Campus course. All communication and information dissemination will be done through Canvas, the university’s web-based learning management system. Thus, you are expected to be registered and familiarized with our course in Canvas, ideally even before the first meeting.
The course employs a blended learning style of education. This means that WE blend online and digital learning components with in-class activities. It means that you will have diverse learning activities throughout the course. The course will be delivered in English, including lectures, oral presentations, discussions, and written materials.
I am looking forward to meeting you on the Course Introduction on January 19 at 09:00 in room 31.329
Literature
Scientific articles: To be announced about 300 pages
The course is given by the Faculty of Education and Business.
Written exams
Registration for exams, including re-takes, is mandatory. You can register for exams via Ladok. You need to register at least ten days before the exam date. If you didn't register in time, you can not take your exam. No exceptions are made from this rule, we do not accept registrations when the deadline is passed.
If you are a distance study student and want to take your exam off-campus, you need to apply to do so at least three weeks prior to the exam date.
Service and Support
Accommodation
You need to apply for accommodation yourself. Please remember to do it in good time before your arrival. The University of Gävle does not provide any student accommodation.
Free Microsoft Office
As a student at the University of Gävle you have the opportunity to install Microsoft Office on up to five computers. The Office package includes Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and Onenote.
- Library
The library is located in the middle of campus and is open to everybody. You can reach all digital resources such as e-books and e-journals after logging in with your user account.
- Residence permit
- If you are a non-EU citizen you need to apply for a residence permit. Start the process of applying for a residence permit as soon as possible. This can be a slow process and take several months. It is therefore good to get started as soon as possible!
Student Centre
At the Student Centre you will meet knowledgeable staff that can assist you in just about anything regarding your studies at the University of Gävle. The Student Centre is located in building 22. You will also find a café in this area and TV displays showing current information and the daily timetabling. If you have any study-related questions, you can contact the Student Centre at studentsupport@hig.se
Student Support
- Sometimes you need help to manage your studies and student life. At the University of Gävle we have several support functions to help you deal with various study-related situations, such as, for example, study guidance counselling, student health and welfare, and support for disabled students.
Tuition fees
- If you have any questions about tuition fees, please find more information in our FAQ.
Web meetings with Zoom
- Zoom are a services for web meetings at the University of Gävle. You usually need a webcam and headset with a microphone.
- Web meetings with Zoom
Wireless network (wifi)
Eduroam (EDUcation ROAMing) gives you access to the Internet when you are staying on the University campus. It also provides internet access at other universities and colleges that are connected to eduroam. Eduroam also works at many airports, railway stations and hotels.