Study plan Bachelor of Circumpolar and Nordic Studies
Programme description
The major in circumpolar studies, minimum 90 ECTS, can be combined with any other major or electives of 90 ECTS. We strongly advise students to use electives to develop a secondary major, which will provide better opportunities for admission to Master degree studies within the UArtcic network.
The major in Circumpolar studies consists of 4 introductory courses (60 ECTS) and 3 advanced courses (30 ECTS). The following main courses are all available on-line:
BCS105X An Introduction to the Humanities and to the Circumpolar World (15 ECTS) BCS115X Land and Environment of the Circumpolar World I and II (15 ECTS) BCS125X Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World I and II (15 ECTS) BCS135X Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World I and II (15 ECTS)
The advanced courses at Nord University are:
SA210S Nordic Politics, 10 ECTS SA212S Nordic Societies, 10 ECTS SA218S History, Politics and Northern resources, 10 ECTS
These are available to take on-line or on campus.
The remaining 90 ECTS of elective courses can be taken at Nord University or at another educational institution. Courses taken at other institutions needs to be recognized, or pre-recognized, by Nord University. Note that Nord University don't offer all the remaining 90 ECTS of electives online or as distance learning.
International candidates who wish to complete the full degree at Nord should plan to move to Norway in the second year, in order to take courses delivered on-site. The faculty can adjust the programme structure to enable international students to take year 3 entirely online.
ECTS Credits 180 Study level Bachelor's degree programme Teaching language English Faculty Faculty of Social Sciences Course location Bodø
Page 1 of 47 Study model
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1st study year
Autumn 2020
Course id Course name ECTS Credits
BCS105X An Introduction to the Humanities and to the Circumpolar World 15 SP
BCS135X Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World 15 SP
Spring 2021
Course id Course name ECTS Credits
BCS115X Land and Environment of the Circumpolar World 15 SP
BCS125X Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World 15 SP
2nd study year
Autumn 2021
Course id Course name ECTS Credits
SA218S History, Politics and Northern Resources 10 SP
SA212S The Nordic Societies 10 SP
SA210S Nordic Politics 10 SP
Spring 2022
Course id Course name ECTS Credits
Elective courses 90 ECT - recommended (click to choose)
3rd study year
Autumn 2022
Course id Course name ECTS Credits
Elective courses 90 ECT - recommended (click to choose)
Spring 2023
Course id Course name ECTS Credits
Elective courses 90 ECT - recommended (click to choose)
Page 2 of 47 Learning outcomes
The programme provides knowledge of and insight into social, cultural, economic and political conditions in the Circumpolar North.
Knowledge Upon completion, the candidate should:
have a broad knowledge of key concepts, themes and theories, issues, processes, tools and methods have a critical understanding of how society both shapes, and is shaped by, people's experiences, interests and actions be familiar with the different areas of research concerning the High North be able to identify and distinguish between different methods used to study societal and social processes.
Skills Upon completion, the candidate should:
be able to collect data and apply social science theories and approaches to analysis of High North topics be able to make use of relevant research methods be able to address ethical challenges in their scientific practice.
General Competence
Upon completion, the candidate should:
be able to communicate course content both orally and in writing be able to work independently on a given problem be able to consider issues from different perspectives and make research-based choices and reflect ethically on such choices.
Admission requirements
Higher education entrance qualification. Documented proficiency in English language
Career possibilities
Studiet gir en svært egnet fagbakgrunn for samfunnsarbeid og ulike forvaltningsoppgaver hvor det kreves kunnskap og innsikt om samfunnsforhold på Nordkalotten. Nordområdestudier er også godt egnet for undervisningsformål og som tilleggsutdanning for lærere.
Further education
The programme provides a foundation for application to various master degree programmes, including the Master in Social Science at Nord University.
Study abroad
The specialized courses are delivered both at Nord University and at other UArctic member institutions located both in Norway and abroad. Students who wish to take specialized courses at UArctic partners may apply for a scholarship (North2North). It is recommended that students go on exchange from semester 4.
Northern Arctic Federal University (Russia):
Spring semester Autumn semester University of British Columbia (Canada) University of Saskatchewan (Canada) University of Alaska Fairbanks (USA)
To qualify for exchange, students must have successfully completed a minimum of 60 ECTS with a weighted grade average of C.
Costs
No tuition fees. Costs for semester registration and course literature apply.
Page 3 of 47 Specific arrangements for recognition of prior learning
If the applicant does not fulfil the requirements for the Higher Education Entrance Qualification but has experience-based competence relevant to the field of study, he or she may apply for recognition of this competence in order to fulfil the admission.
Examination regulations, assessment and grading
The Norwegian system for grading and assessment using the letter grades A - F, in which A denotes the best/highest grade and F denotes "not passed". Work can also be assessed as "passed", "not passed", "approved" and "not approved".
Refer to applicable legislation, rules and regulations
Assessment methods
The final examinations for the mandatory courses are take-home examinations. Preliminary examinations consist of weekly written assignments. Students who hand-in the assingments by the given deadline will receive feedback on some of them from teaching staff. The written assignments have to be successfully completed in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
The examinations on the elective will depend on which courses that are chosen.
Graduation requirements
Completion of all obligatory elements of the programme.
Programme evaluation
The study programme is evaluated annually via student questionnaire and by the programme director. These evaluations form a part of the university's quality assurance system.
Qualifications requirements and regulations
Refer to applicable legislation, regulations and related guidelines
Subject descriptions (17)
Page 4 of 47 Subject descriptions (17)
An Introduction to the Humanities and to the Circumpolar World BCS105X No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE HUMANITIES AND TO THE CIRCUMPOLAR WORLD BCS105X
ECTS Credits 15 Year of study 1st study year Eivind Karlsen Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Førstelektor Bachelor of Sciences +47 75 51 76 25 Circumpolar Studies. Teaching language English [email protected] Elective course for Application deadline other students at Nord University. Start semester Autumn 2020
Course description
The course is divided into two parts: Part 1 - An introduction to the Humanities: introduces students to the humanities as a framework for understanding, interpreting and critically evaluating what is presented in Part 2 of this course and in all the other courses making up the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies. Here the development of science in general is presented, from Ancient Greece, via the Enlightenment up until today. Then attention is directed towards the Humanities, its origins, its status in relation to other sciences, its classic and contemporary contributions, the various disciplines, perspectives and research methodologies, as well as the humainities' role in society. Part 2 - An introduction to the Circumpolar World: introduces students to the main themes of the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies. The course begins with an examination of the geography and the biological and physical systems of the Sub-Arctic and Arctic, before it turns its attention to the indigenous and contemporary peoples of the region. The history of the Circumpolar World is treated in a broad fashion, to provide an introduction to the events and developments that have created the region's contemporary features. The second part of the course looks at some of the particular challenges facing the region today, including climate change, economic, political and social development
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
Page 5 of 47 Learning outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
The student should:
demonstrate knowledge about the development of both science as such and the humanities/social sciences have an understanding of the nature of science and its role in society have an understanding of different social science theories and methodologies understand some of the ethical challenges involved in research and dissemination demonstrate knowledge of the most common geographical, biological and physical aspects of the Circumpolar World have basic knowledge about the history of the Circumpolar World have knowledge about the different indigenous peoples living in the North have knowledge about important issues facing the Circumpolar region, such as climate change, economic, political and social development
Skills
The student should:
have developed skills necessary for critical analysis be able to reflect critically on the ethical challenges involved in research and creation of knowledge
General Competence
The student should:
have developed basic knowledge and understanding both of science and of the Circumpolar World
Course type
Compulsory for the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies. Elective course for other students at Nord University.
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
On-line
Teaching activities and methods
On-line lectures and written assignments (answers to module questions). The written assignments are preliminary examinations and have to be successfully completed in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
Recommended prior knowledge
None
Course evaluation
The course is evaluated annually by students by way of mid-term evaluation and final evaluation. These evaluations are included in the university¿s quality assurance system.
Assessment and examinations
Compound assessment, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F Compulsory coursework - 15 module questions, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Bestått - Ikke bestått. Take-home examination - individual, 6 pages, 4 days, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.
Course literature
The course literature consists of reading collections.
Page 6 of 47 A Brief History of Science
The Beginning - The Greeks and the Emergence of Rational Thinking
Magee - The Story of Philosophy, pages 6-9, 11-18 and 32-39
The Scientific Revolution and Natural Science
Magee - The Story of Philosophy, pages 63-71 and 74-77
The Birth of a Science of Society
Seidman - Contested Knowledge, ch 1
The Ideas That Made the Modern World - Introduction
The Sciences of Society ¿ The Humanities or the Social Sciences
Sociology
Giddens - Sociology, ch. 1
Cuff, Sharrock & Francis - Perspectives in Sociology, ch. 7
Ritzer - Classical Sociological Theory, ch. 1
Political Science
Goodin & Klingemann - A New Handbook of Political Science, ch. 2
Heywood - Politics, ch. 1
Social Anthropology
Eriksen - What is Anthropology, ch. 2
Social Science Methodologies ¿ How to do Research
Giddens - Sociology, ch. 20
Churton & Brown ¿ Theory and Method, ch. 7, 9
Baban (ed) ¿ Research, ch. 2
Academic Writing and Ethical Issues
Hart ¿ Doing Your Masters Dissertation, ch. 9
Lloyd in Baban ¿ Research, ch. 8
Gibaldi ¿ MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers, ch. 2
Sutherland-Smith ¿ Plagiarism, the Internet and Student Learning, ch. 5
LITERATURE
Baban, S.M.J (ed)(2009): Research: The Journey from Pondering to Publishing. Kingston, Jamaica: UWI Press (Ebrary) ¿ Ch. 2 and 8
Churton, M. & Brown, A. (2010): Theory and Method. London: Palgrave MacMillan ¿ Ch. 7 and 9
Cuff, E.C., Sharrock, W.W. & Francis, D.W. (1990): Perspectives in Sociology. London: Unwin Hyman Ltd ¿ Ch. 7
Eriksen, T.H. (2004): What is Anthropology? London: Pluto Press ¿ Ch. 2
Gibaldi, J. (2003): MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. New York: The Modern Language Association of America ¿ Ch. 2
Giddens, A. (2001): Sociology. Cambridge: Polity Press ¿ Ch. 1 and 20
Goodin, R.E & Klingemann, H-D. (ed) (1998): A New Handbook of Political Science. Oxford: Oxford University Press ¿ Ch. 2
Hart, C. (2005): Doing Your Masters Dissertation. London: Sage Publications ¿ Ch. 9
Page 7 of 47 Heywood, A. (2002): Politics. London: Palgrave ¿ Ch. 1
Magee, B. (2010): The Story of Philosophy. London: Doring Kindersley Limited ¿ Pages 6-9, 11-18, 32-39, 63-71 and 74-77
Ritzer, G. (2008): Classical Sociological Theory. New York: McGraw-Hill Higher Education ¿ Ch. 1
Seidman, S. (2008): Contested Knowledge. Oxford: Blackwell Publishing ¿ Ch. 1
Sutherland-Smith, W. (2008): Plagiarism, the Internet and Student Learning. New York: Routledge ¿ Ch. 5
The Britannica Guide to the Ideas that Made the Modern World: The people, philosophy, and history of the Enlightenment. Philadelphia-London: Running Press ¿ Introduction
A list of course literature for part 2 will be made available via Fronter, the university's online classroom, prior to study start.
Lists of course literature are subject to amendments prior to study start.
Page 8 of 47 Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World BCS135X No costs except semester registration fee and in some cases, syllabus literature.
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES OF THE CIRCUMPOLAR WORLD BCS135X
ECTS Credits 15 Year of study 1st study year Course coordinator Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Bachelor of Sciences Circumpolar Studies. Teaching language English Elective course for Application deadline other students at Nord University Start semester Autumn 2020
Course description
This course introduces students to important structures and forces affecting the development and sustainability of circumpolar communities. The students work with the demography and population trends in the circumpolar region, different types of natural resource use and extraction, like reindeer herding and oil and gas production, as well as the increasingly globalized economies of these communities. Indigenous rights, as well as social and health issues and education and knowledge systems are also covered in addition to issues relating to governance and politics in the High North.
This course provides students with knowledge of the main challenges confronting the peoples and communities of the world's northern regions. As such it will be beneficial to students attempting better to understand the current issues facing the North as well as to those planning to pursue advanced studies related to the region
This course is made up of the two courses BCS331 and BCS332 offered by the University of the Arctic.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and in some cases, syllabus literature.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
The student should:
Have basic knowledge about key societal changes, including demographic, economic and social, in the circumpolar region. Have basic knowledge about resource management in different parts of the region and the interaction between local, regional and national actors. Have an understanding for legal and political conditions for human activities in the circumpolar north. Have an understanding for circumpolar cooperation as well as security challenges in the region.
Skills
The student should:
Be able to discuss key premises for human activity in the circumpolar north.
General competence
The student should:
Be able to reflect on political conditions and contemporary trends in the circumpolar north.
Page 9 of 47 Course type
Compulsory for the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies. Elective course for other students at Nord University
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
Online
Teaching activities and methods
On-line lectures and written assignments (weekly answers to module questions). The written assignments are preliminary examinations and have to be successfully completed in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
Recommended prior knowledge
None
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university´s quality assurance system.
Assessment and examinations
Compound assessment, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F Compulsory coursework - 15 module questions, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Bestått - Ikke bestått. Take-Home examination - individual, 6 pages, 4 days, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.
Overlapping courses
BCS131Xv1 Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World I - 7.5 study points. BCS131Xv2 Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World I - 7.5 study points. BCS132Xv1 Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World II - 7.5 study points. BCS132Xv2 Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World II - 7.5 study points. BCS331v1 Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World I - 6 study points. BCS332v1 Contemporary Issues of the Circumpolar World II - 6 study points.
Course literature
A list of course literature will be made available via Fronter, the university's online classroom, prior to study start.
Page 10 of 47 Land and Environment of the Circumpolar World BCS115X No costs except semester registration fee and in some cases, syllabus literature.
LAND AND ENVIRONMENT OF THE CIRCUMPOLAR WORLD BCS115X
ECTS Credits 15 Year of study 1st study year Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Bachelor of Sciences Circumpolar Studies. Teaching language English Elective course for Application deadline 11/15/2020 12:00:00 other students at Nord AM University. Start semester Spring 2021
Course description
This course may be seen as a package consisting of two main topic areas. The first topic area is an introduction to how land, climate and ecology represent the basis for both renewable and non-renewable natural resources. The second topic area aims at provide knowledge on how these resources are exploited and managed in order to secure a sustainable and sound basis for human life in these areas. The course package consists of several modules dealing with these issues.
The first modules examines some of the most important issues dealing with the land, seas, climate, ecology, and natural resources of the North. The following modules deal with questions relating to biological and chemical knowledge, northern ecosystems, human health, and resource management. Together, the course introduces the student to the key issues involving interaction between people and their environment in the world¿s northern regions. As such, they will be beneficial to students attempting better to understand the current issues facing the North, as well as to those planning to pursue advanced studies about the region.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and in some cases, syllabus literature.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
The student should:
·be familiar with concepts and terms that describe land and environment in the circumpolar north. ·Be familiar with key features of arctic landscapes and ecosystems. ·Have basic knowledge about natural resources in the region and their governance. ·Have knowledge about how societies in the circumpolar north is affected by their changing surroundings.
Skills
The student should:
be able to explain geographical features and changes in the circumpolar region. be able to relate aspects related to natural resources and from the natural sciences to specific challenges to societies in the circumpolar north.
General competence
The student should:
have an understanding of how land and environment, including changes in climate and the environment, affect societies in the circumpolar north.
Page 11 of 47 Course type
Compulsory for the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies. Elective course for other students at Nord University.
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
Online
Teaching activities and methods
On-line lectures and written assignments (answers to module questions). The written assignments are preliminary examinations and have to be successfully completed in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
Recommended prior knowledge
None
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university´s quality assurance system.
Assessment and examinations
Compound assessment, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F Compulsory coursework - 4 module questions, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Bestått - Ikke bestått. Take-home examination - individual, 6 pages, 4 days, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.
Overlapping courses
BCS110Xv1 Land and Environment of the Circumpolar World - 7.5 study points. BCS110Xv2 Land and Environment of the Circumpolar World - 7.5 study points. BCS311v1 Land and Environment of the Circumpolar World II - 6 study points. BCS312v1 Land and Environment of the Circumpolar World II - 6 study points.
Page 12 of 47 Course literature
The curriculum is available in the BCS115X Modules folder and is sorted in four Theme sub-folders.
Theme 1: Knowledge Systems
Bohensky, E.L & Y. Maru (2011): «Indigenous Knowledge, Science, and Resilience: What Have We Learned from a Decade of International Literature on ¿Integration¿?» Ecology and Society 16 (4): 6, 19 pages
Huntington, H. & S. Fox (2005). The Changing Arctic: Indigenous Perspectives. In Arctic Climate Impact Assessment ¿ ACIA, (Chapter 3), pp. 61-98.
Theme 2: Arctic Landscapes
Module 2: Northern Climates. Developed by John D. Jacobs Department of Geography Memorial University of Newfoundland St. John¿s, Newfoundland, Canada, 30 pages
Module 3: Geological Processes. Developed by Alec Aitken, Department of Geography & Planning University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, 21 pages
AMAP (2017), Snow, Water, Ice and Permafrost in the Arctic: Summary for Policymakers. 20 pages.
Callaghan, T. et al. (2011) Feedbacks and Interactions: From the Arctic Cryosphere to the Climate System. In AMBIO, 40:75-86. 12 pages.
IPCC (2013), Summary for policymakers. In Climate change 2013: The physical science basis. Contribution of working group I to the fifth assessment report of the intergovernmental panel on climate change, ed. T.F. Stocker, D. Qin, G.-K. Plattner, M. Tignor, S.K. Allen, J. Boschung, A. Nauels, Y. Xia, V. Bex, and P.M. Midgley. Cambridge and New York: Cambridge University Press. 27 pages.
Rowland, J.C, Bones, C.E, Altmann, G., et. al. (2010): Arctic Landscapes in Transition: Responses to Thawing Permafrost. EOS, Vol. 91, No. 26, 29 June 2010, 3 pages
Theme 3: Arctic Ecosystems
Module 5: Ecological Principles. Developed by Stig Skreslet, Marine Ecology, Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture, University of Nordland, Bodø, Norway; Adapted by Alec Aitken, Department of Geography and Planning University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, 27 pages
Module 6: Terrestrial Ecosystems. William Heal; Adapted by Alec Aitken, Department of Geography and Planning University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, 28 pages
AMAP (2016), The Arctic Freshwater System in a Changing Climate. Assessment Report (https://oaarchive.arctic-council.org/handle/11374/1854). 28 pages.
Tremblay, J.E, Robert D, Varela D.E, et. al. (2012): Current state and trends in Canadian Arctic marine ecosystems: I. Primary production. Climate Change. Volume 115, Issue 1, pp 161-178, 18 pages
Theme 4: Arctic Resources and Resource Management
Keil, Kathrin (2014), "The Arctic: A new region of conflict? The case of oil and gas¿, Cooperation and Conflict 49(2): 162-190 (http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0010836713482555)
Module 11: Mineral Resources. Developed by Lawrence K. Duffy, University of Alaska Fairbanks, and Monique Haakensen, Contango Strategies, Saskatoon, SK, 17 pages
Module 12: Cold Climate Infrastructure Technology Developed by Sheri Praski, FEC, Saskatoon SK, 24 pages
Module 13: Living Terrestrial Resources. Developed by Monique Haakensen, Contango Strategies Ltd, 15 pages
Module 14: Living Aquatic Resources. Developed by Lorne Doig and Ian Doig, 30 pages
Module 15/16: Management of Aquatic and Terrestrial Resources and Environments. Developed by Andrew Harwood, PhD, RPBio, Ecofish Research Ltd and Monique Haakensen, PhD, PBiol, Contango Strategies Ltd, 31 pages
Module 17: Management of Aquatic and Terrestrial Resources and Environments. Developed by Monique Haakensen, Contango Strategies, Saskatoon, SK, 12 pages
Hammer, M. & A.H. Hoel (2012): «The Development of Scientific Cooperation under the Norway-Russia Fisheries Regime in the Barents Sea» Arctic Review on Law and Politics 3: 244-274, 31 pages
Page 13 of 47 Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World BCS125X No costs except semester registration fee and in some cases, syllabus literature.
PEOPLES AND CULTURES OF THE CIRCUMPOLAR WORLD BCS125X
ECTS Credits 15 Year of study 1st study year Majken Paulsen Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Forsker 3 Bachelor of Sciences +47 75 51 71 26 Circumpolar Studies. Teaching language English [email protected] Elective course for Application deadline 11/15/2020 12:00:00 other students at Nord AM University. Start semester Spring 2021
Course description
The course will introduce the students to the traditional cultures and contemporary peoples of the circumpolar North through indigenous and Western perspectives. The course will provide an integrated and multidisciplinary understanding of the circumpolar peoples and their adaptations and contributions to social, economic, political and environmental change. This includes an introduction to indigenous cultures, an examination of contemporary northern peoples and a discussion of Western presence in the Circumpolar North. The social, cultural, economic and political aspects of the colonizing of the different regions of the Circumpolar North will be presented and discussed. The course will also discuss the importance of language, media, arts and education for formation and management of identity and for expressions of self-determination by circumpolar people.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and in some cases, syllabus literature.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
The student should:
have knowledge about central issues, theories, research questions and methods in studies on people and cultures in the circumpolar north. know about research work on people and cultures in the circumpolar north, including theories and research on colonization, politics, economic, social and cultural change. Acquire new knowledge about people and cultures in the circumpolar north. Have knowledge about the history, cultures, traditions and distinctiveness of the societies in the circumpolar north, in addition to social and cultural change.
Skills
The student should:
Be able to use academic knowledge and relevant results from research on practical and theoretical issues, and explain how choices are made. Be able to reflect upon own academic practice and convey this in a way that is relevant for the subject matters. Be able to find, assess and refer to academic knowledge and convey this in a way that is relevant for a problem. Be able to use relevant academic expressions in studies of people and cultures in the circumpolar north.
General competence
The student should:
Have knowledge about relevant academic research questions relevant for studies of cultures in the circumpolar north. Be able to plan and write student papers with relevant academic subject matters. Be able to convey central academic issues like theories and research results on people and cultures in the circumpolar north in written form. Be able to exchange views and experiences regarding people and cultures in the circumpolar north. Know about new knowledge and innovation.
Page 14 of 47 Course type
Compulsory for the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies. Elective course for other students at Nord University.
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
Online
Teaching activities and methods
On-line lectures and written assignments (answers to module questions). The written assignments are preliminary examinations and have to be successfully completed in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
Assessment methods and criteria:
The written assignments (answers to module questions) are preliminary examinations (portfolio) and 4 have to be successfully completed in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
Successfully completed preliminary examinations are valid the two subsequent terms after first attempt.
The exam consists of an individual take-home examinationThere will be one final grade using the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F).
Recommended prior knowledge
None
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university´s quality assurance system.
Assessment and examinations
Compund assessment, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F Compulsory coursework - 4 module questions, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Bestått - Ikke bestått. Take-home examination - 4 days, 4 days, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.
Overlapping courses
BCS121Xv1 Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World I - 7.5 study points. BCS121Xv2 Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World I - 7.5 study points. BCS121Xv3 Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World I - 7.5 study points. BCS122Xv1 Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World II - 7.5 study points. BCS122Xv2 Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World II - 7.5 study points. BCS321v1 Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World I - 6 study points. BCS322v1 Peoples and Cultures of the Circumpolar World II - 6 study points.
Page 15 of 47 Course literature
The curriculum/syllabus provided in the course online package (Fronter). It is also recommended that the student actively seeks to expand his/her knowledge and understanding of the problems discussed by consulting other available written material such as contemporary books and scholarly articles discussing the topic.
ACIA (2004). `Chapter 3, The Changing Arctic: Indigenous Perspectives. Arctic Climate Impact Assessment. Cambridge University Press, p. 61-98.
ACIA (2004). `Chapter 12, Hunting, Herding, Fishing, and Gathering: Indigenous Peoples and Renewable Resource Use in the Arctic.¿ Arctic Climate Impact Assessment. Cambridge University Press, p. 649-690.
AHDR-II (2014). Arctic Human Development Report 2014. Akureyri: Stefansson Arctic Institute.
AMAP (2012). `Part 4: How these changes affect people and nature. Arctic Climate Issues 2011: Changes in Arctic Snow, Water, Ice and Permafrost. SWIPA 2011 Overview Report, p. 51-77.
Dudeck, Stephan (2013). `Challenging the State Educational System in Western Siberia: Taiga School by the Tiuitiakha River.¿ Sustaining Indigenous Knowledge: Learning Tools and Community Initiatives for Preserving Endangered Languages and Local Cultural Heritage. Edited by Erich Kasten and Tjeerd de Graaf. Fürstenberg/Havel: Kulturstiftung Sibirien, p. 129-157.
Heikkilä, Markku and Marjo Laukkanen. (2013). The Arctic Calls: Finland, The European Union and the Arctic Region. Europe Information/Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
Ireland, Michael. (2003). `Sustaining Indigenous Peoples in the Wilderness areas of Scandinavia and North-West Russia.¿ Scandinavian Journal of Hospitality and Tourism, Vol. 3, No. 1, 2003, p. 71-81.
Kasten, Erich (2013). `Learning Tools for Preserving Languages and Traditional Knowledge in Kamchatka.¿ Sustaining Indigenous Knowledge: Learning Tools and Community Initiatives for Preserving Endangered Languages and Local Cultural Heritage. Edited by Erich Kasten and Tjeerd de Graaf. Fürstenberg/Havel: Kulturstiftung Sibirien, p. 65-88.
Liarskaya, Elena (2013). `Boarding School on Yamal: History of Development and Current Situation.¿ Sustaining Indigenous Knowledge: Learning Tools and Community Initiatives for Preserving Endangered Languages and Local Cultural Heritage. Edited by Erich Kasten and Tjeerd de Graaf. Fürstenberg/Havel: Kulturstiftung Sibirien, p. 159-180.
Minde, Henry (2005). `Assimilation of the Sami ¿ Implementation and Consequences.¿ Gáldu ¿ála ¿ journal of indigenous peoples rights No. 3/2005, p 5-34.
Odé, Cecilia (2013). `Learning Your Endangered Native Language in a Small Multilingual Community: The case of tundra Yukagir in Andriushkino. ¿ Sustaining Indigenous Knowledge: Learning Tools and Community Initiatives for Preserving Endangered Languages and Local Cultural Heritage. Edited by Erich Kasten and Tjeerd de Graaf. Fürstenberg/Havel: Kulturstiftung Sibirien, p. 89-104.
University of the Arctic (2014). CS321 Module 1: Introduction. University of the Arctic (2014). CS321 Module 2: People of the Forest. University of the Arctic (2014). CS321 Module 3: People of the Coast. University of the Arctic (2014). CS321 Module 4: People of the Tundra. University of the Arctic (2014). CS321 Module 5: Changes Prior to State Formation. University of the Arctic (2014). CS321 Module 6: Changes after State Formation and Borders. University of the Arctic (2014). CS321 Module 7: Consolidation. University of the Arctic (2014). CS321 Module 8: Self-Determination throughout History. University of the Arctic (2014). CS322 Module 1: Introduction. University of the Arctic (2014). CS322 Module 2: Cultural Identity in North America. University of the Arctic (2014). CS322 Module 3: Cultural Identity in Russia. University of the Arctic (2014). CS322 Module 4: Cultural Identity in Northern Europe. University of the Arctic (2014). CS322 Module 5: Research in the North. World Bank (2014). Indigenous peoples of Russia: country profile. Washington, DC: World Bank Group.
Page 16 of 47 History, Politics and Northern Resources SA218S No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
HISTORY, POLITICS AND NORTHERN RESOURCES SA218S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Håkan Torleif Sandersen Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Associate Professor Bachelor of Sciences +47 75 51 76 08 Circumpolar and Teaching language English [email protected] Nordic Studies. Application deadline Elective course for other students at Nord University Start semester Autumn 2021
Course description
This course focuses on the historical development of the north, especially on Northern Norway, Spitsbergen and The Barents Region. Also former and present challenges in the international relations of the region, international cooperation and organizations and regimes such as The Arctic Council, Barents Euro-Artic Region (BEAR) and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) are thoroughly addressed. The course also specifically addresses the fisheries, oil & gas activities, the environmental challenges, and the security policy issues in the High North. The geographical scope of the course is centered on The Barents Region and relations between Norway and Russia.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
Page 17 of 47 Learning outcomes
Knowledge
The student should:
possess basic knowledge of the historical background for and about the special legal arrangements applying to Svalbard (Spitsbergen) through the Svalbard Treaty have basic knowledge of the history of The Barents region and the use of the historic legacy in the contemporary political construction of regional identity demonstrate knowledge of the main political challenges of The High North understand the dynamics and basic principles of the cooperative arrangement in The Barents Region and The Arctic, such as the Barents Euro- Arctic Region, The Arctic Council and the bilateral Norwegian-Russian fisheries and environmental arrangements, and how these link up with the ¿Arctic Governance¿-concept understand the importance of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) in the Arctic when the Arctic Ocean becomes more accessible for navigation and resource extraction understand the background and the importance of sustainable governance of the fisheries and other biological resources, and the unique environmental conditions making the region especially vulnerable to climate change and pollution understand the security politics and dilemmas in The High North, and particularly Norway¿s challenging strategic position located between Russia, EU and NATO
Skills
The student should:
have developed skills for critical analysis of northern/Arctic issues and be able to identify and reflect upon the main challenges and the related political institutions and problem-solving mechanisms be able to collect information and to develop and present the main issues related to the northern/Arctic challenges
General Competence
The student should:
be able to understand and analyze northern/Arctic issues and a number of the special challenges that this region raises be able to present essential knowledge and insights about the possibilities and limitation for a sustainable development of the High North areas
Course type
Compulsory for the Bachelor of Circumpolar and Nordic Studies. Elective course for other students at Nord University
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
On campus and online.
Teaching activities and methods
On campus and online lectures, seminars and compulsory written assignments (answer to module questions).
Recommended prior knowledge
At least one year of undergraduate studies, preferably within the field of social sciences, or the core courses of the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies.
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university´s quality assurance system.
Page 18 of 47 Exam description
Written assignments and individual home exam:
The written assignments (answers to module questions) are preliminary examinations have to be successfully completed, together with the home exam, in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
Successfully completed preliminary examinations are valid the two subsequent terms after first attempt.
The exam consists of an individual take-home examination There will be one final grade using the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F).
The exam must be answered in English.
Assessment and examinations
Compund assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Assessement task - 10 module questions, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Take-home examination - individual, 6 pages, 4 days, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail.
Overlapping courses
SA218S-001v1 History, Politics and Northern Resources - 10 study points. SA218S-001v1 History, Politics and Northern Resources - 4 study points. SA218S-002v1 History, Politics and Northern Resources - 6 study points.
Page 19 of 47 The Nordic Societies SA212S No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
THE NORDIC SOCIETIES SA212S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Jørgen Thommesen Fjørtoft Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Assistant Professor Bachelor of Sciences +47 75 51 70 09 Circumpolar and Teaching language English [email protected] Nordic Studies. Application deadline Elective course for other students at Nord University Start semester Autumn 2021
Course description
This course will focus on Nordic Societies, their main values and cultural characteristics and the ideas and ideals on which Nordic people organize their societies. What are the most important institutions and categories of people? How are challenges met and decisions made about family life, education, working life, gender, minority groups, religion, social and cultural differences and other issues in the changing world of The High North.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
The student should:
have a broad understanding of central issues, theories, research questions and methods in studies on Nordic societies from a social science perspective know about research work on Nordic societies. Acquire new knowledge about the Nordic societies Have knowledge about the history, cultures, traditions and distinctiveness of the Nordic societies, and knowledge about how the Nordic societies find solutions to social problems.
Skills
The student should:
Be able to use academic knowledge and relevant results from research on practical and theoretical issues and make reasoned choices. Be able to reflect upon own academic practice and convey this in a way that is relevant for the subject matters. Be able to find, assess and refer to academic knowledge and convey this in a way that is relevant for a problem. Be able to use relevant academic expressions.
General competence
The student should:
Have knowledge about relevant academic research questions regarding the Nordic societies and cultures. Be able to plan and write student papers with relevant academic subjects. Be able to convey central academic issues like theories and research results regarding the Nordic societies in written form. Be able to exchange views and experiences regarding the Nordic societies. Know about new perspectives in studies of the Nordic societies.
Page 20 of 47 Course type
Compulsory for the Bachelor of Circumpolar and Nordic Studies. Elective course for other students at Nord University
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
On campus and online via Canvas.
Teaching activities and methods
On campus and online lectures, seminars and compulsory written assignments (answers to module questions).
Recommended prior knowledge
At least one year of undergraduate studies, preferably within the field of social sciences, or the core courses of the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies.
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university´s quality assurance system.
Exam description
Written assignments and individual home exam:
The written assignments (answers to module questions) are preliminary examinations, and have to be successfully completed, together with the home exam, in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
Successfully completed preliminary examinations are valid the two subsequent terms after first attempt.
The exam consists of an individual take-home examination There will be one final grade using the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F).
The exam must be answered in English.
Assessment and examinations
Compund assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Assessment task- 10 module questions, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Take-home examination - individual, 6 pages, 4 days, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail.
Overlapping courses
SA212S-2v2 Northern Scandinavian Societies - 10 study points. SA212S-001v2 Portfolio assessment - 4 study points. SA212S-002v2 Take-home examination - 6 study points. SA212S-001v2 Portfolio assessment - 10 study points.
Course literature
The curriculum/syllabus consists of reading collections.
The reading collections consists of the following articles:
Bangstad, Sindre 2014: "1: Human Terror" in Anders Breivik and the rise of Islamophobia. London : Zed Books (33s)
Bjerrum Nielsen, H & Rudberg, M (2007) Fun in Gender ¿ Youth and Sexuality, Class and Generation. NORA 15(2-3): 100-113 (14 p.).
Blom, Ida (2004). ¿Widows, widowers and the Construction of the Norwegian Welfare Society, c. 1900-1960s¿ Scandinavian Journal of History. 29:3- 4, pp. 263-275.
Page 21 of 47 Brannen, J. & Nilsen, A. (2005) Individualisation, choice and structure: a discussion of current trends in sociological analysis. The Sociological Review 53(3): 412-428(17p.).
Borchorst, Anette and Birte Siim 2008: ¿Women friendly policies and state feminisms: Theorizing Scandinavian gender equality¿ in Feminist Theory 2008 9:207
Dolton, P., Asplund, R. and Barth, E. (2009). "Education, wage inequality and the labour market", in Dolton, P., Asplund, R. and Barth, E. (eds.) Education and Inequality Across Europe, pp. 1-23. Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar. (23 pages).
Dølvik, Jon Erik; Bråten Mona; Longva, Frode; and Steen, Arild H. (1997). ¿Norwegian Labour Market Institutions and Regulations¿ Making Solidarity Work? The Norwegian Labour Market Model in Transition. Jon Erik Dølvik and Arild H. Steen (eds.) Oslo: Scandinavian University Press.
Eidheim, Harald 1998: ¿Ethno-Political Development among the Sami after World War II. The Invention of Selfhood¿ in Gaski, Harald (ed.) Sami Culture in a New Era: The Norwegian Sami Experience. Karasjok: Davvi Girji 33p
Eythórsson, Einar 2013: The Coastal Sami; a `Pariah Caste' of the Norwegians Fisheries? A Reflection on Ethnicity and power in Norwegian Resource Management. In: Jentoft, Svein. Minde, Henry, Nilsen Ragnar: Indigenous Peoples: Resource Management and global Rights. Eburon Delft 2003 13 p
Ellingsæter, A.L. (2013) Scandinavian welfare states and gender (de)segregation ¿ trends and processes. Economic and Industrial Democracy 34(3): 501-518 (18 p.)
Engebrigtsen, Ada I. (2011). ¿Ali¿s Disappearance: The Tension of Moving and Dwelling in the Norwegian Welfare Society¿ Journal of Ethnic and Migration Studies, 37:2, pp. 297-313.
Eriksen, Thomas Hylland 2005: ¿Keeping the recipe: Norwegian folk costumes and cultural capital¿ Focaal, 2005
Esping-Andersen, G. 2000: Socal Risks and Welfare States. Ch 3 in Esping- Andersen, G. Social Foundations of Postindustrial Economies, Oxford, University Press 15 p
Fangen, Katrine (2010) "Social Exclusion and Inclusion of Young Immigrants ¿ Presentation of an Analytical Framework", Nordic Journal of Youth Research, 18(2): 133-156 [23 pages]
Flemmen, Anne Britt and Lotherington, Ann Therese 2008: Transnational marriages : politics and desire / Mobility and place : enacting northern European peripheries / edited by Jørgen Ole Bærenholdt, Brynhild Granås
Førde, Anniken 2009 Creating "The Land of the Big Fish" A study of Rural Tourism Innovation i T. Nyseth & A. Viken Place Reinvention Northern Perspectives Surrey: Ashgate (11. s.
Gullestad, Marianne 2006: Invisible fences: reinventing sameness and difference; Chapter VI in Gullestad, Marianne: Plausible Prejudice, Oslo, Universitetsforlaget, 2006
Hansen, Jorid Krane 2012: `My Rainbow Family¿¿Discomfort and the Heteronormative Logics in Young August 2012 vol. 20 no. 3 19 p
Hasselgård, Anders (2015). ¿Norwegian Sports Aid: Exploring the Norwegian `Sport for Development and Peace¿ Discourse¿ Forum for Development Studies. 42:1, pp. 1-25.
Holter, Øystein Gullvåg (2011). Unravelling the Maze: Gender Equality and Men's Practices in Norway, In Men and Masculinities Around the World: Transforming Men's Practices. Palgrave Macmillan. ISBN 023010715X. Kapittel. s 85 - 96
Lotherington, Ann Therese: "Innovative Women and Gender-Power in Norwegian Regional Development Policy" in NORA, 2005. Routledge. pp 101- 114.
Lundberg, Urban and Åmark, Klas (2001). ¿Social Rights and Social Security: the Swedish Welfare State, 1900-2000¿ Scandinavian Journal of History Vol. 26:3, pp. 157-176.
Løken, Espen and Stokke, Torgeir Aakvaag 2009. Labour Relations in Norway. Oslo: Fafo report 2009-33 (76 p)
Mjøset, Lars (2003). "Norden in the European state system. A presentation of Einar Maseng¿s forgotten analysis", in Ralf Eriksson, Markus Jäntti & Johan Willner (eds.) Att förstå och förändra världen: En festskrift för Jan Otto Andersson, Åbo Akademis Förlag, Turku 2003, (46 pages).
Overland, Indra & Berg- Nordlie, Mikkel 2012: ¿Chapter 5: Educational Reorientation¿ in Bridging Divides. Ethno-Political Leadership among the Russian Sámi. New York: Berghahn
Paulsgård, Gry 2002: Local Identities in a "Globalizing World". Young- Nordic Journal of Youth Research, Vol. 10 (2002), no ¾,. 13 p
Fjær, Eivind Grip; Pedersen, Willy; von Soest, Tilmann & Gray, Paul (2015). When is it OK to be drunk? Situational and cultural variations in the acceptability of visible intoxication in the UK and Norway . International journal of drug policy.
Prieur, A., Rosenlund, L., Skjott-Larsen, J. (2008) "Cultural capital today. A case study from Denmark." Poetics, Vol. 36 (1), 26p
Røhting, Åse and Bang Svendsen, Stine Helena (2010). ¿Homotolerance and Heterosexuality as Norwegian Values¿ Journal of LGBT Youth 7:2, pp. 147-166.
Sandberg Audun: (2009): Constituting a new Order in the European North (In) The practice of constitutional Development. ed. Sabatti F, Allan B. Sproule-Jones M. Lexington books, Rowman & Littlefield publishers, New York, UK
Skevik, A. (2006) ¿Absent fathers¿ or ¿reorganized families¿? Variations in father-child contact after parental break-up in Norway. The Sociological Review 54(1): 114¿132 (18 p.)
Page 22 of 47 Telhaug, Alfred O., Odd A. Mediås & P. Aasen, 2006. ¿The Nordic Model in Education: Education as part of the political system in the last 50 years¿, Scandinavian Journal of Educational Research, 50:3, July 2006, pp. 245-283
Zhao, Yan 2012: ¿Chapter 5: `Where are you (really) from?¿ Transnational adoption and the production of difference in relation to Norwegianness¿ in Negotiating Differences. Transnational adoption, Norwegianness and Identity Work. Ph.D Thesis, University of Nordland
Wiborg, Agnete (2003). ¿Between Mobility and Belonging: Out-migrated Young Students¿ Perspectives on Rural Areas in North Norway¿ Acta Borealia No. 2, pp. 147-168.
Widerberg, Karin (2006) "Embodying Modern Times: investigating tiredness." I Time & Society, 15: 105-120 (16 sider).
Wiik, K.A. et al. (2009) A study of commitment and relationship quality in Sweden and Norway, Journal of Marriage and Family 71(3): 465-477. (13p.)
The reading list can be subject to amendments at semester start.
Page 23 of 47 Nordic Politics SA210S No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
NORDIC POLITICS SA210S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Eivind Karlsen Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Førstelektor Bachelor of Sciences +47 75 51 76 25 Circumpolar and Teaching language English [email protected] Nordic Studies. Application deadline Elective course for other students at Nord University Start semester Autumn 2021
Course description
This course presents and compares the political systems of the Nordic countries. It starts out with a presentation of the common liberal democratic foundation the Nordic political systems are built upon, followed up by a brief historical sketch of the political development from the 1800s and up to the present political institutions. It then moves on to The Nordic Model of Government, dealing with central aspects like parliamentarism, consensual democracy, corporatism, welfare state, political party system, regional and local government and international relations concerning both the EU and High North issues. Through the course Norway and its political system is used as the starting point and the main example.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding
The student should:
demonstrate an understanding of the liberal foundation the Nordic political systems are built upon have knowledge about the political development and the political institutions of the Nordic societies be able to make comparisons between different parts and different levels of the political systems of the Nordic Countries be familiar with concepts central to the political systems of the Nordic countries, like Social Democracy, the Welfare State and Consensual Democracy Corporatism have basic knowledge about the foreign policy and security policy of the Nordic countries, especially regarding EU and High North issues
Skills
The student should:
have developed skills for critical analysis of political institutions and political organization
General Competence
The student should:
be able to compare the Nordic countries to other nations regarding political institutions and solutions to social challenges
Course type
Compulsory for the Bachelor of Circumpolar and Nordic Studies. Elective course for other students at Nord University
Page 24 of 47 Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
On campus and online.
Teaching activities and methods
On campus and online lectures, seminars and compulsory written assignments (answer to module questions).
Recommended prior knowledge
At least one year of undergraduate studies, preferably within the field of social sciences, or the core courses of the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies.
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university´s quality assurance system.
Exam description
Written assignments and individual home exam:
The written assignments (answers to module questions) are preliminary examinations, and have to be successfully completed, together with the home exam, in order for the student to be able to receive the formal grade and credits.
Successfully completed preliminary examinations are valid the two subsequent terms after first attempt.
The exam consists of an individual take-home examination There will be one final grade using the regular Norwegian grading system (A-F).
The exam must be answered in English.
Assessment and examinations
Compund assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Assessment task - 9 module questions, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Take-home examination - individual, 6 pages, 4 days, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail.
Overlapping courses
SA210S-2v2 Scandinavian Politics - 10 study points. SA210S-001v2 Take-home examination - 6 study points. SA210S-002v2 Portfolio assessment - 4 study points. SA210S-001v2 Take-home examination - 10 study points.
Course literature
The curriculum/syllabus consists of reading collections. .
The reading collections consists of the following articles:
Aarsæther, Nils & Bærenholdt, Jørgen Ole (2001): Understanding Local Dynamics and Governance in Northern Regions. In Aarsæther, Nils & Bærenholdt, Jørgen Ole (ed): Transforming the Local. Nord 2001:25 (pages 15-42)
Aarsæther, Nils, Jenssen, Synnøve & Røiseland, Asbjørn (2008): The Future of Northern Local Governance. In Aarsæther, Nils, Røiseland, Asbjørn & Jenssen, Synnøve (ed): Practicing Local Governance ¿ Northern Perspectives. Nova (pages 191-198)
Abrahamson, Peter (1997): The Scandinavian Social Service State in Comparison. In Sipilä, Jorma; Social Care Services: The Key to the Scandinavian Welfare Model. Ashgate Publishing Company (pages 156-177)
Page 25 of 47 Angell, O.H. (2008): The Norwegian Welfare State. In Maagerø, E. & Simonsen, B. (eds): Norway ¿ Society and Culture. Portal Books, Kristiansand (Ch. 6, pages 102-124)
Arter, David (1999): Scandinavian Politics Today. Manchester University Press (pages 23-69)
Arter, David (2006): Democracy in Scandinavia. Consensual, Majoritarian or Mixed? Manchester University Press (pages 1-25, 46-62)
Børhaug, K. (2008): Norwegian Politics. In Maagerø, E. & Simonsen, B. (eds): Norway ¿ Society and Culture. Portal Books, Kristiansand (Ch. 8, pages 137-152)
Esping-Andersen, Gøsta (2000): Social Foundations of Postindustrial Economies. Oxford University Press (pages 73-98)
Halvorsen, K. & Stjernø, S. (2008): Work, Oil and Welfare. Universitetsforlaget, Oslo (Ch. 3, pages 41-57)
Heidar, Knut (2001): Norway ¿ Elites on Trial. Westview Press (pages 33-59)
Held, David (1987): Models of Democracy. Polity Press (pages 36-71)
Held, David (1989): Political Theory and the Modern State. Polity Press (pages 158-188)
Henriksen, John B. (1996): Saami Parliamentary Co-Operation. An Analysis. IWGIA/NSI (pages 12-99)
Heywood, A. (2002): Politics. Palgrave, New York (Ch. 13, pages 269-288)
Hoffman, John & Graham, Paul (2006): Introduction to Political Theory. Pearson Education Limited (pages 154-237)
Lane, Jan-Erik & Ersson, Svante (1996): The Nordic Countries ¿ Contention, Compromise and Corporatism. In Colomer, Joseph M (ed): Political Institutions in Europe. Routledge (pages 254-281)
Larsen, Helge O. & Offerdal, Audun (2000): Political Implications of the New Norwegian Local Government Act of 1992. In Amnå, Erik & Montin, Stig (ed): Towards a New Concept of Local Self-Government? Fagbokforlaget (pages 186-213)
Matlary, Janne Haaland (2004): The Nordics and the EU. In Heidar, Knut (ed): Nordic Politics ¿ Comparative Perspectives. Universitetsforlaget (pages 247-261)
Miller, D., Coleman, J, Connolly, W. & Ryan, A. (eds) (1994): The Blackwell Encyclopedia of Political Thought. Blackwell, Cambridge (Corporatism, pages 104-106)
Milner, Henry (1994): The Scandinavian Experience and Beyond. Routledge (pages 114-130, 171-195)
Nordby, Trond (2004): Patterns of Corporatist Intermediation. In Heidar, Knut (ed): Nordic Politics ¿ Comparative Perspectives. Universitetsforlaget (pages 98-107)
Nyhamar, Tore (2004): Security Policies from Constraints to Choice. In Heidar, Knut (ed): Nordic Politics ¿ Comparative Perspectives. Universitetsforlaget (pages 228-246)
Persson, T. & Wiberg, M. (2011): The Nordic Model of Parliamentary Government and its Challenges. In Persson, T. & Wiberg, M. (eds): Parliamentary Government in the Nordic Countries at a Crossroads. Santerus Academic Press, Stockholm (Ch. 1, pages 17-35)
Rasch, B.E. (2011): Why Minority Governments? In Persson, T. & Wiberg, M. (eds): Parliamentary Government in the Nordic Countries at a Crossroads. Santerus Academic Press, Stockholm (Ch. 2, pages 41-57)
Rose, Lawrence E. & Ståhlberg, Krister (2005): The Nordic Countries: Still the Promised Land. In Denters, Bas & Rose, Lawrence E. (ed): Comparing Local Governance. Trends and Developments. Palgrave MacMillan. (pages 83-99)
Skard, Torild & Haavio-Mannila, Elina (1986): Equality Between the Sexes ¿ Myth or Reality in Norden? In Graubard, Stepen R. (ed): Norden ¿ The Passion for Equality. Norwegian University Press (pages 176-199)
Sümer, S. (2014): The Nordic Approach to Work and Care: Challenges on the Way to Inclusive Citizenship. Tidsskrift for kjønnsforskning 01/2014
The reading list can be subject to amendments at semester start.
Page 26 of 47 Read more about privacy at Nord University and use of cookies on this website. Norwegian Politics and Policy PO106S This course offers an introduction to political science through the Norwegian context. Students will learn about the Norwegian political system, by looking at the political institutions, elections, the welfare system, political parties, international relations, and the Sami people among other topics. No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
NORWEGIAN POLITICS AND POLICY PO106S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Emma Seyram Hamenoo Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Associate Professor one-year programme Sciences 75 51 74 50 Norwegian Language Teaching language English [email protected] and Society. For other Application deadline student at other programmes is the course elective Start semester Spring 2022
Course description
This course will offer insights to Political science as a study field Norwegian political institutions The Norwegian electoral system International relations Politics at the local level Parliamentarism The Welfare state The Sami
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
Page 27 of 47 Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
The student will learn about:
Concepts, models and theories in political science Norwegian political institutions The electoral system Norwegian international relations Political parties The Norwegian welfare state Politics and policy at the local level
Skills
The student will be able to:
Conduct a basic analysis of political processes Discuss and use theories, models and concepts in an accurate manner Participate in public discussions regarding Norwegian politics in a significant way
General competence
The student will:
Get an understanding of the nature of political science as a study field Acquire an understanding of how the current Norwegian political system works
Course type
Compulsory for the one-year programme Norwegian Language and Society. For other student at other programmes is the course elective
Prerequisites
General study competence
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face, excursions to places of interest, individual and group-assignments, and oral presentations are part of the instruction methods.
Teaching activities and methods
Lectures
Course evaluation
The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the university's quality assurance system.
Exam description
One individual written assignment and 4-hour school exam. Both the assignment and the written school exam is graded Pass or Fail. The written assignment should be between two to three pages, with proper referencing and delivered in three weeks. The question for the written assignment will be delivered through canvas and students will also submit their work through canvas. Students need to pass both the written assignment and the school exam to complete the cours
The exam can be answerd in English, Norwegian, Swedish or Danish.
Assessment and examinations
Written school examination, 6 hours, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F
Page 28 of 47 Introduction to Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Social Science ME123S The course provides an introduction to social science methods, both quantitative and qualitative. It is an internet based course, with video lectures. No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is required that students possess their own laptop.
INTRODUCTION TO QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE ME123S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Emma Seyram Hamenoo Level Undergraduate Course location Internet based course Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty Faculty of Social Associate Professor for the bachelor Sciences 75 51 74 50 degree in geography. Teaching language English [email protected] Elective course for Application deadline other students. Start semester Spring 2022
Course description
The course provides an introduction to social science research methods, both quantitative and qualitative. This course presents and discusses key concepts in social science methods, how methods are structured and how qualitative data (interviews and observations) and quantitative data (statistics) are produced.
The course addresses how to create a research design, the importance of a well-developed good research question, the relationship between theory and empirical work, how to conduct research in order to produce data, how data is interpreted and analyzed, differences and similarities between qualitative and quantitative methods, and writing as an analytical process.
The obligatory task and the home exam may be submitted in English or Norwegian.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is required that students possess their own laptop.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students should have acquired the following knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge:
Students shall have the overview over different methods in social sciences, and be familiar with the content in various methodological approaches and strategies of analysis. Students shall be able to describe central concepts in qualitative and quantitative research.
Skills:
Students shall be familiar with relevant tools and techniques in qualitative and quantitative research. Students will, after completion of the course, be able to read a scientific article and understand the content. Students will be able to formulate research questions, design a research project and decide which methods are the most feasible to apply to answer the research questions. Students will also be able to evaluate the ethical challenges associated with research activities in social science.
Competence:
Students shall be able to plan and carry out a simple research task, and have the ability to understand and read literature in social science and presentations of research in the media, with the skills to critically evaluate the results which are presented.
Page 29 of 47 Course type
Compulsory course for the bachelor degree in geography. Elective course for other students.
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or real life and work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
Internet based reading course with video lectures.
Recommended prior knowledge
A good grasp of mathematics will be an advantage.
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university's quality assurance system
Assessment and examinations
Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Take-home examination - 9-10 pages, 1 weeks, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Take-home examination - 9-10 pages.
Overlapping courses
ME122Sv1 Introductory Courses in qualitative and quantitative methods in Social Science - 10 study points. ME119Sv1 Introductory Courses in qualitative and quantitative methods in Social Science - 10 study points. ME118Sv1 Introduction to Research Methods in Social Sciences - 10 study points. ME118LSv1 Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods in social sciences - 10 study points.
Page 30 of 47 Norwegian for Foreigners NO106L Du you wish to learn Norwegian? This course gives you a basic introduction to the language combined with practical excersices in both speaking and writing. The course is for degree- and exchange students at Nord University, campus Bodø. No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
NORWEGIAN FOR FOREIGNERS NO106L
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Anne Katrine Støver Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø. Course coordinator Course type Elective course. Faculty The Faculty of Assistant Professor +47 75 51 78 63 Start semester Spring 2022 Education and Arts Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] Application deadline
Course description
The students will be given a basic introduction to Norwegian official language (bokmål). The course starts at beginner level, but the progression will be relatively fast. Both written and oral practice will be central, and the course requires a high degree of participation from the students. The students participate in conversation groups, answer questions, and give individual presentations.
Important course elements are:
Basic grammar: morphology and syntax Vocabulary Rules of pronunciation Reading, speaking and answering questions in class
Own work as homework and written assignments.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course,
Students will have basic knowledge about:
The rules of pronunciation Syntax in Norwegian language Main rules for the central parts of speech, as verb, noun, pronoun and adjective
Students obtain basic skills in Norwegian language (bokmål) and will be able to:
Produce texts at easy level Read an easy Norwegian text and demonstrate they understand the content through retelling and answering questions Express themselves orally, and understand spoken language to such an extent that they can converse on topics taken from everyday life
The students will obtain general competence in Norwegian language on a basic level and:
Will be able to understand an easy Norwegian text (bokmål) Will be able to write an easy Norwegian text (bokmål) Will be able to understand and participate in an easy conversation in Norwegian (bokmål)
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Elective course.
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Professional practice
Bi-lingual dictionary is not allowed at the exam.
Assessment and examinations
Written examination, 4 hours, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail
Overlapping courses
NO106L-2v1 Norwegian for Foreigners - 10 study points. NO107Lv1 Norwegian language - 5 study points. NO106L-2v1 Norwegian for Foreigners - 15 study points. NO135Lv1 Norwegian Language and Grammar - 10 study points.
Course literature
Gerd Manne and Gölin Kaurin Nilsen: Ny i Norge. Text book and work book. Latest edition.
Page 32 of 47 Globalisation and International political economy IN107S No costs except semester registration fee and course literature.
GLOBALISATION AND INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL ECONOMY IN107S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Håkan Torleif Sandersen Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty Faculty of Social Associate Professor for Bacheor in Sciences +47 75 51 76 08 International Relations Teaching language Norwegian [email protected] and the one-year Application deadline programme International Relations. Elective course for other students. Start semester Spring 2022
Course description
Globalization and international relations is a topic that provides insight into theorethical, analythical and empirical conditions in the international arena with particular emphasis on globalization. The course discusses and evaluate various aspects of globalization processes, international institutions structure and function, as well as various topics within the study of international political xxxxx.politics / relations, such as global crises. The course also looks at what characterises the interaction between states and between organizations and states at the international arena. Questions that will be discussed include: What is globalization and the various forms of globalizations. What promotes globalization, and what prevents globalization. What are the consequences of globalization for governments, organizations and people?
The course has lectures every week througout the semester
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and course literature.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Knowledge:
Theoretical and empirical knowledge about the topic of globalization and globalization processes Knowledge about the role of international organizations and behaviour in the international arena Knowledge about NATO, EU and intergovernmental cooperation in general Knowledge about theoretical framework in understanding different kinds of globalization and how globalization processes work. Knowledge of global economic crises, how it manifests itself and what might explain crises
Skills
Be able to discuss and analyse empirical issues in the light of theoretical perspectives, models and concepts Be able to discuss the various issues and dilemmas caused by globalization Be able to see different reasons why crises arise and to understand the dilemmas arising in the light of these
General competence
Have expertise in discussing various globalization issues in the light of different social science theories, perspectives and concepts.
Page 33 of 47 Course type
Compulsory course for Bacheor in International Relations and the one-year programme International Relations. Elective course for other students.
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance)
Mode of delivery
The course has lectures every week througout the semester
Teaching activities and methods
The course has lectures every week througout the semester
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university's quality assurance system
Exam description
The individual written home exam lasts 5 days, and has to be on 10 pages. The individual written school exam last 4 hours
Assessment and examinations
Compound evaluation, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Take-home examination, individual, 5 days, comprises 40/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail.
Overlapping courses
PO113Sv1 Globalization and international politics - 10 study points. PO113Sv2 Globalization and international politics - 10 study points. IN107LSv1 Globalisation and International political economy - 10 study points.
Page 34 of 47 History of the North HIS1000 The course gives a brief overview of the economic, demographic, social and political history of Norway, with an emphasis on the North. The relation between living conditions, societal arrangements and political development will be central, as well as the multi-ethnic dimension of the northern peoples. No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
HISTORY OF THE NORTH HIS1000
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 2nd study year Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social one-year programme Sciences Norwegian Language Teaching language English and Society. For other Application deadline student at other programmes, the course is elective Start semester Spring 2022
Course description
The course gives a brief overview of the economic, demographic, social and political history of Norway, with an emphasis on the North. The chronological perspective will be broad, from prehistorical time, the Medieval period to early modern and contemporary historical times. The relation between living conditions, societal arrangements and political development will be central, as well as the multi-ethnic dimension of the northern peoples.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
The student will learn about:
the development of the Norwegian north. the foundations of life in the Norwegian north over time
Skills
The student will be able to:
Analyze historical continuity and change in the Norwegian north Critically analyze the central topics in the historiography of the Norwegian north
General competence
The student will:
Acquire awareness of problems related to Norwegian history Gain insights to historical matters and questions in connection to Norther perspectives in Norwegian history in different periods
Page 35 of 47 Course type
Compulsory for the one-year programme Norwegian Language and Society. For other student at other programmes, the course is elective
Prerequisites
General study competence.
Teaching activities and methods
Lectures
Assessment and examinations
Portfolio - 2 written elements, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail
Page 36 of 47 Introduction to Qualitative and Quantitative Methods in Social Science ME123S The course provides an introduction to social science methods, both quantitative and qualitative. It is an internet based course, with video lectures. No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is required that students possess their own laptop.
INTRODUCTION TO QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE METHODS IN SOCIAL SCIENCE ME123S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 3rd study year Emma Seyram Hamenoo Level Undergraduate Course location Internet based course Course coordinator Course type Compulsory course Faculty Faculty of Social Associate Professor for the bachelor Sciences 75 51 74 50 degree in geography. Teaching language English [email protected] Elective course for Application deadline other students. Start semester Autumn 2022
Course description
The course provides an introduction to social science research methods, both quantitative and qualitative. This course presents and discusses key concepts in social science methods, how methods are structured and how qualitative data (interviews and observations) and quantitative data (statistics) are produced.
The course addresses how to create a research design, the importance of a well-developed good research question, the relationship between theory and empirical work, how to conduct research in order to produce data, how data is interpreted and analyzed, differences and similarities between qualitative and quantitative methods, and writing as an analytical process.
The obligatory task and the home exam may be submitted in English or Norwegian.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is required that students possess their own laptop.
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students should have acquired the following knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge:
Students shall have the overview over different methods in social sciences, and be familiar with the content in various methodological approaches and strategies of analysis. Students shall be able to describe central concepts in qualitative and quantitative research.
Skills:
Students shall be familiar with relevant tools and techniques in qualitative and quantitative research. Students will, after completion of the course, be able to read a scientific article and understand the content. Students will be able to formulate research questions, design a research project and decide which methods are the most feasible to apply to answer the research questions. Students will also be able to evaluate the ethical challenges associated with research activities in social science.
Competence:
Students shall be able to plan and carry out a simple research task, and have the ability to understand and read literature in social science and presentations of research in the media, with the skills to critically evaluate the results which are presented.
Page 37 of 47 Course type
Compulsory course for the bachelor degree in geography. Elective course for other students.
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance) or real life and work competence (prior learning) according to current Norwegian regulations.
Mode of delivery
Internet based reading course with video lectures.
Recommended prior knowledge
A good grasp of mathematics will be an advantage.
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university's quality assurance system
Assessment and examinations
Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Take-home examination - 9-10 pages, 1 weeks, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved. Must be passed prior to submission of the Take-home examination - 9-10 pages.
Overlapping courses
ME122Sv1 Introductory Courses in qualitative and quantitative methods in Social Science - 10 study points. ME119Sv1 Introductory Courses in qualitative and quantitative methods in Social Science - 10 study points. ME118Sv1 Introduction to Research Methods in Social Sciences - 10 study points. ME118LSv1 Introduction to qualitative and quantitative methods in social sciences - 10 study points.
Page 38 of 47 Norwegian Society and Social Institutions SO101S This course offers an introduction to sociology through the Norwegian context. No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature
NORWEGIAN SOCIETY AND SOCIAL INSTITUTIONS SO101S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 3rd study year Christian Lo Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory for the Faculty Faculty of Social Associate Professor one year program Sciences 75 51 72 26 Norwegian language Teaching language English [email protected] and Society. For other Application deadline students elective Start semester Autumn 2022
Course description
The course examines some central characteristics of the Norwegian society and explore their relation to key principles of the Norwegian welfare model. The focus will be on notions of equality, political dynamics and social organization. Lectures include an introduction to sociological theories on how to understand modern society, culture and the dynamics of social institutions in a comparative perspective.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature
Learning outcomes
The student will learn about:
· Basic sociological theories that can help understanding culture and society
· Norwegian society, including culture, institutions and social organization
The student will be able to:
· Critically analyze and explain key aspects of Norwegian society and culture.
· Reflect upon and discuss the relations between culture, social organization and the development of the Norwegian Welfare State
· Conduct basic analysis of modern society through sociological approaches
The studen will:
· Be capable of discussing and presenting key characteristics of Norwegian culture and society
· Get an understanding of core social institutions and their role in the Norwegian context
Course type
Compulsory for the one year program Norwegian language and Society. For other students elective
Prerequisites
General study competence
Page 39 of 47 Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Teaching activities and methods
Lectures and seminars
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university's quality assurance system
Exam description
An individual 1 week (8-10 pages) home exam. The Exam can be written in either Norwegian, English, Swedish, or Danish
Assessment and examinations
Take-home exam, 8-10 pages, individual, 1 weeks, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail
Page 40 of 47 Bachelor's Thesis in Circumpolar Studies NOM2000 No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature. Students registered on the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies are excepted from the semester registration fee.
BACHELOR'S THESIS IN CIRCUMPOLAR STUDIES NOM2000
ECTS Credits 20 Year of study 3rd study year Eivind Karlsen Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Recommended Faculty Faculty of Social Førstelektor elective course for Sciences +47 75 51 76 25 Bachelor of Teaching language English [email protected] Circumpolar Studies. Application deadline Start semester Autumn 2022 Spring 2023
Course description
Bachelor thesis will constitute a smaller independent research work, where the use of relevant academic theories and perspectives to be applied on a chosen topic. The task undertaken as a less empirical study or as a limited literature study. The thesis will be based on one or more of the courses included in the bachelor's program.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature. Students registered on the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies are excepted from the semester registration fee.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge:
formulate and define a topic area and a problem apply social science methods know the research and development work within the field identify the various theories and methods concerning the study
Skills:
be able to apply academic and theoretical knowledge as well as relevant results from research acquire new knowledge be able to find, assess and refer to relevant research, and present this so that the problem to be addressed
General competence:
convey theories, issues, discussions and solutions in writing be able to exchange professional views and experiences with others with backgrounds in thematic area
Course type
Recommended elective course for Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies.
Prerequisites
All mandatory courses (90 ECTS) on the programme must be passed, in order for the student to start this third year course.
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E-learning.
Teaching activities and methods
Work with bachelor thesis. Supervisor according to tutorial agreement. The theme of the bachelor thesis must be registered and approved by the teacher out of a brief research proposal (1-2 pages) which also proposed a research question and relevant theoretical and methodological perspective. Supervisor will assist in finding an appropriate topic. The thesis is an individual task, and shall have a maximum value of approximately 25 pages. It is also possible that two students may write together, the maximum number of pages is then 30
Recommended prior knowledge
Course in methodology
Course evaluation
Evaluation using mid-term and final surveys. Students are also encouraged to participate in the central quality surveys.
Exam description
The bachelor thesis must be written in English
Assessment and examinations
Bachelo´s Thesis - ut to 2 students - 1 student: 25 pages, 2 students: 30 pages, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail
Page 42 of 47 Arctic Policies NOM2001 No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature. Students registered on the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies are excepted from the semester registration fee.
ARCTIC POLICIES NOM2001
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 3rd study year Martin Kossa Level Undergraduate Course location Digital education Course coordinator Course type Recommended Faculty Faculty of Social Associate Professor elective course for Sciences +4775517860 Bachelor of Teaching language English [email protected] Circumpolar Studies Application deadline Start semester Spring 2023
Course description
This course introduces the student to national interests, political processes and government policies related to the Arctic region. It presents some of the key considerations made by the eight Arctic governments -- Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, Sweden and the United States -- but is also an introduction to the Arctic interests and policies of non-Arctic actors such as China and the EU. The course seeks to identify Arctic policy areas where the stakeholders have common and/or conflicting interests.
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature. Students registered on the Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies are excepted from the semester registration fee.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
Of the key interests, policies and political processes of Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, Sweden and the United States related to the Arctic region. Of the key interests and policies related to the Arctic region of China, the EU and other relevant non-arctic actors.
Skills
To distinguish between national interests, policy and politics related to the Arctic. To explain the main differences between the high north policies of major Arctic stakeholders.
General competence
A developed ability to reflect on the potential for cooperation and conflict over maritime resources in the Arctic region.
Course type
Recommended elective course for Bachelor of Circumpolar Studies
Prerequisites
Admission occurs based on general study competence (university entrance)https://www.nord.no/en/studies/admission/frequently-asked-questions
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E-learning (online)
Teaching activities and methods
Lectures: 10 video lectures (required)
Recommended prior knowledge
It is anticipated knowledge of the Northern regions corresponding to the compulsory courses at the bachelor's program
Course evaluation
Annual evaluations which are included in the university´s quality assurance system.
Exam description
Individual compulsory coursework (OA): 4 hand-ins. The compulsory coursework are prerequisites for determination of the final grade.
Four days individual home examination, 6 pages.
The exam must be answered in English.
Assessment and examinations
Compound assessment, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail Take-home examination - individual - 6 pages, 4 days, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail. Assessment task- 4 module questions, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Approved - Not approved.
Page 44 of 47 Security Politics PO216S This course will address security developments with an emphasis on Europe and the High North. In this course you will learn about how climate change may lead to conflicts in the High North or if the agreement between Norway and Russia may lead to even better cooperation between these two countries. No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
SECURITY POLITICS PO216S
ECTS Credits 10 Year of study 3rd study year Bjørn Olav Haram Knutsen Level Undergraduate Course location Bodø Course coordinator Course type Compulsory for Faculty Faculty of Social Associate Professor Bachelor in Sciences [email protected] International relations. Teaching language English Elective for all other Application deadline students at Nord University Start semester Spring 2023
Course description
This course will address security developments with an emphasis on Europe and the High North. In this course you will learn about how climate change may lead to conflicts in the High North or if the agreement between Norway and Russia may lead to even better cooperation between these two countries. The focus will also be on Russian military activity and if this activity will lead to a potential conflict between Russia and NATO. These are some of the topics in this course and the goal is to provide students with knowledge of security issues that are relevant for the design of Norwegian foreign policy
Costs
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
Learning outcomes
After compleeting this course, sudents will be able to have:
Knowledge
Have knowledge of key issues in the field of security policy studies, including the expanded concept of security that includes not only state security but also social security and human security Be able to see important developments in the institutions that surround Norway, such as the EU and NATO Have knowledge about important developments in US and Russian foreign policy
Skills
Be able to understand important security policy issues as the main causes of war and what states do to safeguard against undesirable development for them
General competence.
Gain increased insights on important development trends in the Arctic and the northern areas, where environmental as well as military developments are covered
Course type
Compulsory for Bachelor in International relations. Elective for all other students at Nord University
Page 45 of 47 Mode of delivery
This course is held on Campus on the basis of two weekend seminars in the semester. These seminars will normally be held on a Friday and a Saturday from 09.00 -16.00. One seminar in the beginning of the semester and the other is in the end of the semester. All students will be offered one voluntary tutorials in either groups or individually.
Teaching activities and methods
Lectures face-to-face. Meetings two times pr semester, 3 - 4 days every time. In addition some support with lectures at videos in Canvas
Recommended prior knowledge
Students that has passed PO118S / PO 201S Interntional relations and security politics are better prepared for this course
Course evaluation
The study program is evaluated annually by students. These evaluations are included in the university's quality assurance system
Assessment and examinations
Take- home examination, individual, 29 hours, grading scale A-E for pass, F for fail
Overlapping courses
PO116Sv1 Security Politics - 10 study points. PO116Sv2 Security Politics - 10 study points. PO216LSv1 Security Politics - 10 study points.
Page 46 of 47 Course literature
Curriculum PO 216 Security politics
Books:
*Williams, Paul D. (2013): Security Studies. An Introduction (2nd edition). Milton Park: Routledge. The following chapters are on the curriculum: Ch. 10: Uncertainty, Ch. 11: Polarity, Ch. 13: War, Ch. 14: Coercion, Ch. 15: Terrorism, Ch. 16: Intelligence, Ch. 17: Genocide and Crimes against Humanity, Ch. 18: Ethnic conflict, Ch. 19: Human security, Ch. 23: Alliances, Ch. 24: Regional institutions, Ch. 25: The United Nations, Ch. 26: Peace operations, Ch. 27: The nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation regime, Ch. 29: The international arms trade, Ch. 30: Counterterrorism, Ch. 31: Counterinsurgency, Ch. 32: The responsibility to protect, Ch. 35: Energy security (289 pages in all)
Compendium:
Duke, Simon & Carmen Gebhard (2017): ¿The EU and NATO¿s dilemmas with Russia and the prospect for deconfliction¿, European Security, 26(3): 379-397 (18 pages) Haftendorn, Helga (2011): ¿NATO and the Arctic: is the Atlantic alliance a cold war relic in a peaceful region now faced with non-military challenges? ¿ European Security, 20(3): 337-361 (24 pages) Hyde-Price, Adrian G.V. (2015): ¿The ¿sleep walking giant¿ awakes: resetting German foreign and security policy¿, European Security, 24(4): 600- 616 (16 pages) Keil, Kathrin (2013):¿The Arctic ¿ A New Region of Conflict? The case of oil and gas¿, Cooperation and Conflict, pp.1-29 (29 pages) Sergunin, Alexander & Valery Konyshev (2017): «Russian military strategies in the Arctic: change or continuity», European Security, 26(2): 171-189 (18 pages) Tsygankov, Andrei (2015): ¿Vladimir Putin¿s last stand: the sources of Russia¿s Ukraine policy¿; Post-Soviet Affairs, DOI: 10.1080/1060586X.2015.1005903; http://dx.doi.org/10.108/1060586X.2015.1005903 (25 pages) Webber, Mark, James Sperling & Martin A. Smith (2012): NATO¿s Post-Cold War Trajectory. Decline or Regeneration? London: Palgrave Macmillan (Chapter 1-3) (88 pages) Wrenn Yennia Lindgren & Nina Græger (2017): «The Challenges and Dynamics of Alliance Policies: Norway, NATO and the High North», in Michael Wesley (ed.): Global Allies: Comparing US Alliances in the 21st Century. ANU Press, the Australian National University, Canberra, Australia, pp. 91- 113 (22 pages), http://press-files.anu.edu.au/downloads/press/n2504/pdf/ch07.pdf Yost, David (2014): NATO¿s Balancing Act. Washington DC: United States Institute for Peace Press (Ch. 1-3) (121 pages) Åtland, Kristian (2010): Security Implications of Climate Change in the Arctic, FFI-rapport-2010/01097. Kjeller: Norwegian Defence Research Establishment (FFI) (54 pages),
In sum 704 pages
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