Reading list, course and programme syllabuses
The reading list outlines the required course materials, while course and programme content are described in syllabi. It’s important to review these to understand both your expectations for the education and what is expected of you.
Find your reading list or syllabus
How you find your reading list, course syllabus or programme syllabus depends on your course or programme.
How to do it:
- Go to My page on the Student Portal and look under My studies.
- Sometimes reading lists and syllabuses are not available on My page. In that case, use the search service Find Syllabus and reading list on gu.se.
- You can also check the course room in Canvas, where many programmes publish documents relevant to the course.
Always double-check that it is the correct semester!
ading lists, course syllabuses and programme syllabuses may differ between semesters. If you search for them yourself, you should therefore check the specified semester.
Reading list
The reading list shows what you are required to read for a course and may include other relevant course material. According to the Regulations for studies, course literature must be available no later than eight weeks before the course starts.
Course syllabus
The course syllabus sets out the rules for the course, including entry requirements, intended learning outcomes, content, teaching and examination methods, and the main field of study. It is legally binding for both teachers and students.
You must have access to the course syllabus no later than two weeks before the course starts. It may be revised up until then.
Programme syllabus
All degree programmes have a programme syllabus. It describes the programme, including included courses, entry requirements, the main field of study, and the responsible department or equivalent body.