Course - History and Nation - ENG1404
ENG1404 - History and Nation
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | F |
Course content
This course will offer an introduction to the history and culture of one or more English-speaking countries during a specific historical period. Emphasis will be on the making and/or remaking of the nation. The course will introduce students to some appropriate research methods either in the discipline of History, the social sciences, or cultural studies. The course will also provide students with an opportunity to study a range of non-fiction sources or texts.
A more detailed description of the academic content will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Candidates who have passed this course
- have basic knowledge of the history and culture of one or more English-speaking countries.
- have basic knowledge of the latest academic research on the history and culture of one or more English-speaking countries.
- have basic knowledge of the academic approaches and methods used either in the discipline of History, the social sciences, or cultural studies.
Skills
Candidates who have passed this course
- can reflect on current political, social and cultural issues relating to one or more English-speaking countries from a historical perspective.
- can produce an independent piece of written work on one or more aspects of an English-speaking country.
General competence
Candidates who have passed this course
- are able to demonstrate a good command of written English.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and/or seminars and/or supervision. Students are required to use the course learning platform regularly.
Students should expect that this 7.5 credit course equates with approximately 10 hours of work per week, including teaching time.
Approved obligatory assignment is valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester).
Compulsory assignments
- 1 written assignment (approx. 1000-1500 words)
Further on evaluation
The exam must be answered in English. Information about which dictionaries students are allowed to consult during the exam will be available in the reading list at the beginning of the semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
Students should have knowledge of English equivalent to that of students who have learned English as a programme subject over two years at Norwegian "videregående skole". ENG1201 Proficiency and Grammar.
Course materials
Curriculum/reading list will be announced at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG1401 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2017 | |
| ENG1402 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2017 | |
| ENG6011 | 3.0 | AUTUMN 2019 | |
| ENG6017 | 3.0 | AUTUMN 2019 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2024
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- English
- English Cultural Studies
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 F 2023-10-10 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL310 Sluppenvegen 14 4 SL324 Sluppenvegen 14 1 SL228 Sluppenvegen 14 2 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 F INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"