Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the students should have:
  • Increased overview of central issues within thematically defined research fields
  • Strengthened ability to analyze key issues within these fields
  • Be able to formulate researchable questions and analyse them according to scientific methods of research
  • Acquired in-depth knowledge of various forms of scientific thinking
  • Strengthened understanding of ongoing debates in sociology
  • Be able to analyse critically various sources of information

Contents

ME-525 is divided into two thematic specializations (each of 5 credits). The two themes will vary from year to year. Examples of themes will be prison and substance use, knowledge and education, expertise, environment, gender, class, welfare, upbringing and multicultural societies. The course’s central aim is to give an expanded and strengthened understanding of two sociological themes.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures and seminars. Information is posted on Canvas. Expected work volume is approximately 280 hours (2 x 140 hours).

Examinations

2 essays (one for each thematic specialization), about 2000 words. Graded A-F.

Student 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.

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
SV-427 – Sociological specializations. 10
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