Overview
Jönköping University in collaboration with BI Norwegian Business School (BI) have created a joint Pathway Programme, designed for international students as a bridge towards a bachelor’s degree at BI Norwegian Business School.
This Pathway Programme is designed to prepare international students academically to enter the three-year English-taught bachelor’s programmes at BI.
Pathway Year English+ BI is designed for international students who want to improve their English language skill, subject knowledge, and study skills. It will also help you learn about life in Scandinavia and how you can make the most of your time here. It prepares students for university study, both academically and socially..
Pathway Year English provides knowledge about higher education and how to communicate in an academic environment. During the programme, students will have the opportunity to participate in group discussions, share their own experiences, develop critical thinking, research ethics, and gain a more profound knowledge of living conditions, social issues, and cultural features in different parts of the world.
Pathway Year English has a lower English level entry requirement (IELTS entry: 5.0 or equivalent *). It is ideal for students who need more time to reach their proficiency and communicate effectively in an academic environment.
Facts and requirements
After the programme
Upon completion of the programme you will have recieved:
- direct entry to a degree programme at BI Norwegian Business School
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- the English language level in reading, writing, listening and speaking necessary for enrollment in degree programmes at BI Norwegian Business School
- support in adjusting to the demands, challenges and expectations of Scandinavian higher education
- acclimatization to Scandinavian culture making it easier to live and study in Scandinavia
In addition at the end of the pathway programme, you will receive a certificate of completion demonstrating skills equivalent to the Swedish high school course English 6. This is the most common English language level required for entering higher education in Sweden. You can read more about corresponding levels in other countries here.
Courses
Course Structure
During the first semester, students have two core courses and can choose one from the elective course option.
Students have two core courses in the second semester and can choose one course from the elective courses’ options.
Programme Content
- Pathway English 1
- Pathway English 2
- Pathway Life and Studies 1
- Pathway Life and Studies 2
Elective Courses
- Students have the opportunity to study either Pathway Swedish 1 in Semester 1 followed by Pathway Swedish 2 in Semester 2, or alternatively Pathway Mathematics 1 during Semester 1, followed by Pathway Study Skills Intercultural competence and Advanced Literacies in Semester 2.
- Pathway Study Skills Intercultural competence and Advanced Literacies 7.5 credits
- Pathway Mathematics 1
- Pathway Swedish 1
- Pathway Swedish 2
Last day of arrival / Late arrival
When will be the last day for arrival?
We expect you to be in Gränna for the roll call when the semester starts. If you can not arrive on time and you have informed pathwayadmissions@ju.se, we grant late arrivals until one month after the start of your programme. Do not forget to inform accommodations@ju.se and your teachers at pathway@ju.se as well.
Are you arriving late?
Do not worry, we will ensure students who have contacted us can participate online. Note that to be able to keep your place you have to partake in lectures, workshops and group work online.
Here you find the induction week time table: www.ju.se/newstudent
Here you find the schedule with links to classes: www.ju.se/student
You need to be able to use Zoom, here you find more information about how to use Zoom: https://ju.se/en/it-helpdesk/faq---manuals/programs/zoom.html
Apply Here
You can submit your application online. Choose one of the following options, and the link below will take you to the application form.
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