IDR222 Perspectives on the Norwegian Sports model (Spring 2027)
- ECTS Credits:
- 10
- Responsible department:
- Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences
- Course Leader:
- Aron Gauti Laxdal
- Lecture Semester:
- Spring
- Teaching language:
- English
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
The course is connected to the following study programs
Teaching language
Recommended previous knowledge
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, the students should:
- Understand the Norwegian sports model and what separates it from other models
- Possess knowledge related to underrepresented groups in organized sports
- Have a deep understanding of the different ways of organizing, managing and financing a sports club
- Recognize the underlying values that organized sports represent
Contents
This course puts the Norwegian sports model into a global perspective and explores elements like volunteering and inclusivity that are central to the model. The course also explores the organizational structure of organized sports clubs from various perspectives.
The Norwegian sports model
- Volunteering
- Inclusion
- "As many as possible for as long as possible"
Sport for all
- Recreational sports vs. elite sports
- Gender in sports
- Underrepresented and marginalized groups in sports
Organizational leadership
Sports club management
Teaching and learning methods
The course is taught as a combination of lectures, group work, and case discussions. Parts of the teaching are mandatory. See Canvas for details.
The expected workload for the average student is 270 hours.
Examination requirements
All mandatory tasks must be completed and approved.
See Canvas for details.
Examinations
A portfolio of individual- and group work. Graded as pass/fail.See Canvas for details.
No new/postponed portfolio examination is arranged. The portfolio examination can only be retaken the next time the course is offered.