Start date: Spring 2027
City: Jönköping
Credits: 30 credits
Degree: This programme does not lead to a degree.
Application period: 2026-08-15 – 2026-10-31
## **Overview** Pathway Semester General is designed for students who want to strengthen their academic English and study skills while gaining valuable insight into university life in Scandinavia. This one-semester program focuses on developing the ability to communicate information accurately and effectively in English, with attention to purpose, audience, and context. It is also intended for students who need to gain additional proficiency in subjects such as mathematics, physics, and chemistry in order to meet the entry requirements for a university degree programme. Students will build critical and analytical thinking skills and learn how to adapt language to fit an academic setting. The program includes a selection of elective courses, giving students the opportunity to explore academic subjects and gain a head start on their intended degree path. Pathway Semester General is ideal for students with a higher level of English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent at entry) who need to fulfill additional entry requirements for their intended degree program. These may include further development of academic English, mathematics, or completion of foundational coursework. The programme also suits students who wish to personalise their learning by selecting from a range of elective courses, allowing them to focus on subjects relevant to their future academic path. In addition to academic preparation, the program also introduces students to Scandinavian culture and university life, helping them transition smoothly into their future studies-both academically and socially.

The programme is conducted at Jönköping University Enterprise
Credits: 30 credits
Language: English
Rate of study: 100%
City: Jönköping
Place of study: Normal teaching
Start date: Spring 2027
Requirements: High School Diploma or Pathway Semester English. English language skills corresponding to IELTS 6.0 (no part below 5.5) or equivalent, or Pathway English 2, or Pathway Intensive English. Mathematics corresponding to Swedish upper secondary school course Matematik 2.
Application code: HJ-KX101
Degree: This programme does not lead to a degree.
Fees: SEK 110000 including tuition and boarding fees. Read more about programme fees here
Preliminary syllabus as PDF (English)

Year 1


Optional

Academic English, (Spring 2027) , 7.5 credits

Pathway Chemistry, (Spring 2027) , 7.5 credits

Pathway Physics 1, (Spring 2027) , 7.5 credits

Pathway Physics 2, (Spring 2027) , 7.5 credits

Pathway Intensive English, (Spring 2027) , 7.5 credits

Pathway Mathematics 1, (Spring 2027) , 7.5 credits

Pathway Swedish 1, (Spring 2027) , 7.5 credits

Pathway Study Skills, Intercultural Competence and Advanced Literacies, (Spring 2027) , 7.5 credits


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