Linköping University (LiU), a world-leading institution known for its innovative and interdisciplinary research, offers the provocative summer course “Culture – The Use (and Abuse) of Culture.” This program challenges students to move beyond the traditional view of culture as a static heritage and instead view it as a dynamic tool—one that can be used to empower communities or abused to create social divisions. Set in the vibrant city of Linköping, the course provides a Scandinavian perspective on global cultural politics, exploring how “culture” is mobilized in everything from national branding to grassroots resistance. While the university provides the elite academic framework, Edulux Summer manages the high-end logistics and travel services required for your stay. We bridge the gap between your home and the Valla Campus, ensuring a seamless transition into the intellectual heart of Sweden.
What You’ll Learn (at Linköping University)
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The Concept of Culture: Analyzing the shifting definitions of culture, from “high art” to everyday practices and digital subcultures.
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Cultural Policy & Politics: Investigating how governments and organizations use culture to build national identity and “soft power” on the global stage.
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The “Abuse” of Culture: Critically examining how cultural narratives can be manipulated for exclusion, nationalism, and the marginalization of minority groups.
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Culture as Resistance: Exploring how marginalized communities use art, music, and digital media to challenge dominant power structures and advocate for social justice.
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Heritage & Memory: Discussing the politics of what we choose to remember (and forget) through museums, monuments, and historical narratives.
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Interdisciplinary Analysis: Developing the critical thinking skills to decode cultural “messages” across various media, including film, literature, and social media platforms.
Our Travel & Experience Services
We manage the journey and the experience so you can focus on the critical study of modern society:
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Cultural & Swedish Heritage Tours: Curated excursions to the Gamla Linköping Open Air Museum, the historic Linköping Cathedral, and the serene Swedish lake districts.
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Ticketing & Flights: Full management of your round-trip airfare and international travel itinerary into Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) or Linköping City Airport (LPI).
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Guaranteed Housing: Vetted student accommodation or high-end boutique living arrangements within Linköping’s safe and modern university district.
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Visa & Insurance: Professional guidance on Swedish/Schengen entry requirements and comprehensive travel health coverage for the duration of the program.
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Local Transfers: Seamless airport/station pickup and private transportation support for all official off-campus academic and cultural site visits.