NOU419 Specialization in Nordic 3: Literature - for Non-Norwegian Students
- ECTS Credits:
- 15
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Humanities and Education
- Lecture Semester:
- Autumn
- 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
NorwegianCourse 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
An oral presentation must be assessed as a pass.
Teaching methods
Lectures and seminars. The students are actively participating in discussions and analyses. All students must give an oral presentation. In special cases this may be replaced by a written assignment. 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.
Offered as Single Standing Module
Yes. Subject to availability or capacity.Assessment methods and criteria
Examination lecture of 45 minutes duration. 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.