NO-404 Specialization in Nordic 2: Literature
- ECTS Credits:
- 15
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Humanities and Education
- Course Leader:
- Unni Langås
- Lecture Semester:
- Spring
- 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
The course is a study of literary theory. The themes may change on a yearly basis, but will be founded in current research within the field of literary science, and related to ongoing research activities at the faculty. A detailed description of the scientific content will be available when the semester starts.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student shall
Knowledge
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have advanced knowledge about the thematic area, including scientific theory and method
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have the ability to use this knowledge independently on new fields within the thematic area and in other scientific contexts
Skills
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be able to work independently with theories, methods and interpretations within the thematic area, both practically and theoretically
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be able to assess and criticize sources, theories, methods and interpretations within the thematic field
General competence
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be able to use knowledge and skills when meeting relevant scientific challenges and processes of change in society
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be able to discuss scientific problems, analyses and conclusions within the thematic field, both with specialists and with the public in general
Examination requirements
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 are actively participating in discussions and analyses. Two weeks of practice are included. The students will work with literature. If this is not possible, the practice may be replaced by other tasks in agreement with the teacher.
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 |
| NOU404 – Specialization in Nordic 2: Literature - for Non-Norwegian Students | 15 |