Aim of the Programme

This program aims to offer an academic course of studies for international, undergraduate students: to provide a deeper understanding of Telemark and Norway today; to encourage critical thinking in an intercultural setting.

Curriculum and structure

Scandinavian Studies in Telemark Code Course title Credits O/V *) Credits pr. semester   S1(A) 2600 Norwegian Language: Beginning Level 10.00 O 10 2601 Norwegian Language: Intermediate Level 10.00 O 10 2609 Norwegian Language: Advanced level 10.00 O 10 2602 Telemark: Social and Cultural Influences on Identity 5.00 O 5 2022 Emigration/Immigration: Midwestern Texts 10.00 O 40 2604 The Individual, Environs and Society 5.00 O 5 2606 Eco-philosophy 5.00 O 5 2612 Ecophilosophy, Term paper 5.00 O 10 2603 Peace Building and Conflict Management 5.00 O 5 2607 Modern Norwegian Literature: Film and Fiction 5.00 O 5 2605 Equality the Nor-way 5.00 O 5 2608 Images of the United States in Norway 5.00 O 5 2611 Independent Study Scandinavian Studies in Telemark 5.00 O 5 Total: 30 *) O - Mandatory course, V - Optional course

The courses are offered in English and are mainly at upper division undergraduate level. Learning methods include lectures (contact hours: 45 minutes), group work, seminars, tutoring, field work and independent study. Students may register for additional courses that total more than 30 Norwegian study points. Some courses are offered on a rotational basis.

Teaching and Learning Methods

The academic term of this program is a full-time one semester (30 study points/ECTS credits), extending through 17 weeks including an orientation week, a fall break and a final week of examinations.

Assessment Methods

Final assessment is based on a variety of tasks: papers, tests, reports, oral presentations, final individual written examinations; the grade scale is from A-F; E is the last passing grade. Pass/No Pass applies to some courses.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean