Academic Language

Writing an academic text is different from writing in other contexts. It can be a bit difficult to know what the requirements are and whether you are meeting these requirements. There are a few online resources you can use to develop your academic writing and speaking skills:

You can find useful links here: The University Library: Service and support

You can find useful information about searching, reading and writing here: The Search, Read and Write Guide | Student Portal

Cheating and Plagiarism

Cheating in examinations is considered a serious offence. Proven or suspected cases of cheating will be reported to the Disciplinary Committee. This procedure also applies to project work, individual papers and theses. It is vital that you are well acquainted with the information about cheating and plagiarism at the University of Gothenburg.

Please take the Academic Honesty course, complete the quiz at https://academichonesty.gu.se/#/ and send an email to Antoaneta.granberg@sprak.gu.se confirming that you have read the information about cheating and plagiarism and completed the quiz. Please do this not later than September 15, 2026.

To learn more about writing references and how to avoid plagiarism, we strongly recommend that you go through the material on working with sources and references: Working with sources and references | Student Portal

Assistance with Information Searches and References:

When writing assigments, and especially your theses, during the programme, you will need to search for information and use references to show where you have obtained your information. Students who need help with information searches and referencing can get assistance from a librarian at the Gothenburg University Library.

You can find information about the University library and its services here: https://www.ub.gu.se/en/services-and-support

You can also find useful information about searching, reading and writing here: The Search, Read and Write Guide | Student Portal

Study and Career Counselling

You can contact your Study Counsellor if you have specific questions about how university studies work. This could include anything from how to make sure you are eligible for the next course, how to complete a course if you have missed an examination, what you need to do to obtain a degree, how to find the information you need or whom to contact about a specific matter. We also meet with students for longer or several sessions to discuss what they would like to do after completing their studies. You can book an appointment with a Study Counsellor to sort out your ideas and thoughts about studies, work and the future.

You can also contact your Study Counsellor without having a specific question. It is very common for students who come to us not to know exactly what they want to ask about. Maybe you have a feeling that there is something you do not understand, perhaps something did not go as planned, or maybe you have thoughts about the future that you cannot put into words. We will help you articulate what you are thinking about.

It is very important to know that Study Counsellors are employed by the university to support students. We are neutral, impartial and free from special interests. This means that we do not have any definite opinions about what you should do or what is best for you. It also means that we put your interests first. We are also bound by professional confidentiality, which means that no one else will be told anything you discuss with us.

You can find the Study Counsellors here: Study guidance | Student Portal

You can reach your programme Study Counsellor here: studievagledning.sik@sprak.gu.se

Influence, Support and Social Activities

If you want to get involved in issues concerning your education and your situation as a student, receive support with study-related matters, and participate in social activities, you can become a member of the student union.

For students in the humanities, there is a student union called Göta. The union is an association for students, managed by students, with the purpose of representing and safeguarding students' interests.

You can find information about student unions and a link to Göta Student Union here: Student unions and associations | Student Portal

Student Healthcare and a Sustainable Student Life

If you are experiencing physical or psychological health issues related to your study situation, you can receive care and support from Feelgood Göteborg City. For students from countries outside the EU and EEA, Feelgood also functions as a healthcare centre. These students can contact Feelgood about all health-related issues before they gain access to healthcare services in Sweden.

You can find information and contact details for student healthcare here: Student healthcare | Student Portal

The university also provides courses, webinars, workshops, videos and guides to support a sustainable and healthy student life. Examples of topics covered include study techniques, stress management, active breaks, tips for remote studies, lifestyle and dealing with crises.

Study Support for Students with Disabilities

Students with documentation (such as a medical certificate or a certificate from a psychologist) confirming a disability or a mental health condition can gain access to study support.

Examples of support include assistance with note-taking, adapted course literature, adjusted examinations, support from a mentor, or specialised software that can make reading and writing easier.

The support will always be structured according to your individual needs and may include several forms of adaptation.

Read more here: Disability study support | Student Portal