NO-402 Specialization in Nordic 2: Language
- ECTS Credits:
- 15
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Humanities and Education
- Course Leaders:
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- Bjarne Kristian Markussen
- Rune Røsstad
- Lecture Semester:
- Spring, Autumn
- Teaching language:
- Norwegian.
- Duration:
- 1 term
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Master's Programme in Nordic Languages and Literature
Teaching language
Norwegian.Course contents
Specialization in Nordic linguistics. The theme varies from one year to another, but the basis will be recent scientific research and be related to the research activity in the academic environment. A more detailed description of the contents will be available before the semester starts.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
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Have advanced knowledge about the thematic field, including scientific theory and method
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Be able to use the knowledge independently on new fields within the thematic field and in other scientific contexts
Skills
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Have the ability to work independently with theories, methods and interpretations within the thematic field, both practically and theoretically
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Be able to assess and criticize information sources, theories, methods and interpretations within the thematic field
General competence
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Be able to use his/her knowledge and skills when meeting relevant scientific challenges and change processes in society
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Be able to communicate scientific problems, analyses and conclusions within the thematic field, both to specialists and people in general
Examination requirements
The practice or an alternative task must be completed and passed. This will be specified at the start of the semester.
Teaching methods
Lectures and seminars. The students will participate actively in discussions and analyses. Two weeks of practice are included. The students will work with language. If this is not possible, the practice may be replaced by other tasks in agreement with the teacher. The workload is estimated at 400 hours.
Evaluation
The study programme manager, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
Assessment methods and criteria
Oral examination. Graded assessment.
Reduction of Credits
This course’s contents overlap with the following courses. A reduction of credits will occur if one of these courses is taken in addition:
| Course | Reduction of Credits |
|---|---|
| NO-6600 – Common subject | 15 |
| NOU402 – Specialization in Nordic 2: Language - for Non-Norwegian Students | 15 |