NOU404 Specialization in Nordic 2: Literature - for Non-Norwegian Students
- ECTS Credits:
- 15
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Humanities and Education
- 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 for Non-Norwegian Students
Teaching language
Norwegian.Course contents
Topic study in Nordic Literary science.
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
The practice perid or an alternative task must be completed and passed. This will be specified at the start of the semester.
Teaching methods
Seminars. A 2-week practice period where the students work with language and/or literature. All students must make a presentation based on an individual assignment during the course of the semester. The workload is estaimated to about 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.
Offered as Single Standing Module
For exchange students only.
Assessment methods and criteria
An oral examination. Graded assessment. The evaluation will emphasis on professional content and communicative skills. When it comes to assessment of language, the students’ linguistic background will be taken into account.
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-404 – Specialization in Nordic 2: Literature | 15 |