Specialization in Nordic 2: Literature - for Non-Norwegian Students
NOU404-1
Included in Study
Master's Programme in Nordic Languages and Literature for Non-Norwegian Students
Language of instruction
Norwegian.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student shall
Knowledge
have advanced knowledge about the thematic area, including scientific theory and method
have the ability to use this knowledge independently on new fields within the thematic area and in other scientific contexts
Skills
be able to work independently with theories, methods and interpretations within the thematic area, both practically and theoretically
be able to assess and criticize sources, theories, methods and interpretations within the thematic field
General competence
be able to use knowledge and skills when meeting relevant scientific challenges and processes of change in society
be able to discuss scientific problems, analyses and conclusions within the thematic field, both with specialists and with the public in general
Course contents
Topic study in Nordic Literary science.
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.
Examination requirements
The practice perid or an alternative task must be completed and approved. This will be specified at the start of the semester.
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.
Evaluation
The person responsible for the course, 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.