Table of contents

The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

Norwegian

Learning outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the student shall

Knowledge

  • have advanced knowledge about the thematic field, including scientific theory and method
  • be able to use the knowledge independently on new fields within the thematic field and in other scientific contexts

Skills

  • have the ability to work independently with theories, methods and interpretations within the thematic field, both practically and theoretically
  • be able to assess and criticize information sources, theories, methods and interpretations within the thematic field

General competence

  • be able to use his/her knowledge and skills when meeting relevant scientific challenges and change processes in society
  • be able to communicate scientific problems, analyses and conclusions within the thematic field, both to specialists and people in general

Contents

Specialization in Nordic linguistics. The theme varies from one year to another, but the basis will be recent scientific research and be related to the research activity in the academic environment. A more detailed description of the contents will be available before the semester starts.

Teaching and learning methods

Lectures and seminars. The students will participate actively in discussions and analyses. All students must give an oral presentation. In special cases, this can be replaced by a written assignment. The workload is estimated at 400 hours.

Examination requirements

Approved oral presentation.

Examinations

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.

Student 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.

Admission Requirement if given as a free-standing course

The admission requirements for the course are the same as for the Master's Programme in Nordic Languages and Literature

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-418 – Specialization in Nordic 3: Language. 15
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