Course - Social Difference, Identity and Place - GEOG3517
GEOG3517 - Social Difference, Identity and Place
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation form | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids | Grade deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 100/100 | 1 weeks |
Course content
The main theme is the relationship between people and places, and it is focused on why and how people and places are mutually constitutive. The course offers different approaches to concepts of and theories on social difference, identity and place, as well as empirical oriented research questions related to these. For example, it is focused on how class, gender, ethnicity and sexuality are related to place. As part of the course the students have to write an individual work paper.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: The candidate has knowledge about central theories and concepts within social and cultural geography which can be applied to analyze research questions within and across different research fields.
Skills: The candidate is capable to critically evaluate central theories and concepts within social and cultural geography, and reflect on their potential applicability.
General competency: The candidate has experience in writing an academic text.
Learning methods and activities
14 hours lectures and one work paper.
It is expected that compulsories and examinations are completed in English. Exceptions must be clarified with the lecturer responsible for the course.
Teaching will only be given if a sufficient number of students register for the course and if the Department has sufficient teaching resources. See www.ntnu.no/geografi/studentinformasjon for the most recent information on the courses not offered. Information will be made available no later than 10 January in the spring semester and 10 August in the autumn semester.
Compulsory assignments
- Approved working paper
Further on evaluation
The work paper must be approved before access to home exam is allowed.
Specific conditions
Exam registration requires that class registration is approved in the same semester. Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Required previous knowledge
Bachelor`s degree.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG3517 | 7.5 | 01.09.2009 |
No
Version: 2
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2021
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Geography
- Social Sciences
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation form Weighting Examination aids Date Time Digital exam Room *
- Autumn ORD Home examination 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Home examination 100/100
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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"