Course content

The course NORD3103 is a specialized subject focusing on a central Scandinavian author's work. Students read 4-5 literary works and 200-300 pages of biographical work, theory, secondary- and scholarly literature.

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

• the candidate has detailed insight into a central Nordic author's work, its reception history, and the period the author was active

Skills:

The candidate is able to

• provide a cohesive presentation of a central Nordic author's work
• analyze one (or more) works in light of the author's key characteristics
• utilize and demonstrate knowledge of research into the author's work

Learning methods and activities

Seminars with active student participation.

Obligatory assignments: Up to 2 written assignments and/or oral presentations. The requirements for these assignments are determined by the course instructor, and this information will be made available at the beginning of the semester.

Approved obligatory assignments are valid for 2 semesters (the semester in which the approval is given, plus the following semester). Obligatory activities from a previous semester may be approved by the department.

Compulsory assignments

• Up to 2 written assignments or oral presentations

Recommended previous knowledge

Bachelor's degree with specialization in Scandinavian Studies, or equivalent.

Required previous knowledge

Admission to the Master's programme in Scandinavian Studies or Language Studies with Teacher Education.

Course materials

The reading list will be made available at the beginning of the semester.