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Course Syllabus |
Social Science Perspectives on the Welfare State: Thematic Studies, 7.5 Credits |
Course Code: | SK010G | Subject Area: | Field of Social Science |
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Main Field of Study: | Political Science | Credits: | 7.5 |
Subject Group (SCB): | Political Science | ||
Education Cycle: | First Cycle | Progression: | GXX |
Established: | 2016-11-01 | Last Approved: | 2018-03-27 |
Valid from: | Autumn semester 2018 | Approved by: | Head of School |
General aims for first cycle education
First-cycle courses and study programmes shall develop:
- the ability of students to make independent and critical assessments
- the ability of students to identify, formulate and solve problems autonomously, and
- the preparedness of students to deal with changes in working life.
In addition to knowledge and skills in their field of study, students shall develop the ability to:
- gather and interpret information at a scholarly level
- stay abreast of the development of knowledge, and
- communicate their knowledge to others, including those who lack specialist knowledge in the field.
(Higher Education Act, Chapter 1, Section 8)
Knowledge and understanding
After completed studies, the student is able to show
- basic knowledge of the chosen thematic research field, and
- basic understanding of independent and analytical work and presentations.
Competence and skills
After completed studies, the student is able to show
- basic competence in written presentation of the chosen thematic research field, and
- basic skills in oral presentations.
Evaluation, assessment and approach
After completed studies, the student is able to show
- the ability to independently evaluate and analyse academic texts, and
- a scientific approach to material, sources and information.
This course gives the student the opportunity to develop knowledge of and reflect on the emergence, development, functioning and current challenges of the contemporary Swedish and Nordic welfare state from the perspective of political science, gender studies or human geography. The course starts with an introduction followed by three thematic lectures, after which the student, in consultation with the supervisor, chooses a specific thematic field in which the student wants to deepen her or his knowledge.
Teaching may be conducted in the form of lectures, supervision and seminars.
Students who have been admitted to and registered on a course have the right to receive tuition and/or supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course to which they were accepted (see, the university's admission regulations (in Swedish)). After that, the right to receive tuition and/or supervision expires.
For further information, see the university's local examination regulations (in Swedish).
According to the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 6, Section 18, a grade is to be awarded on the completion of a course, unless otherwise prescribed by the university. The university may prescribe which grading system shall apply. The grade is to be determined by a teacher specifically appointed by the university (an examiner).
According to regulations on grading systems for first- and second-cycle education (vice-chancellor's decision 2010-10-19, reg. no. CF 12-540/2010), one of the following grades is to be used: fail, pass, or pass with distinction. The vice-chancellor or a person appointed by the vice-chancellor may decide on exceptions from this provision for a specific course, if there are special reasons.
Grades used on course are Fail (U), Pass (G) or Pass with Distinction (VG).
The grades will be translated to the ECTS grading scale.
For further information, see the university's local examination regulations (in Swedish).
One of following courses: Swedish Politics and Policy, 7.5 credits, Gender Equality and the Nordic Welfare State, 7.5 credits, The Geography of Sweden, 7.5 credits or equivalent.
For further information, see the university's admission regulations (in Swedish).
Students who have previously completed higher education or other activities are, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, entitled to have these credited towards the current programme, providing that the previous studies or activities meet certain criteria.
For further information, see the university's local credit transfer regulations (in Swedish).
Language of instruction is English.
Transitional Provisions
Should the course undergo changes to such an extent that it is not possible to examine the student in accordance with this course syllabus, opportunities for special examination sessions will be provided in accordance with the university's local guidelines. If this occurs, the university will inform the students involved.
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