Course - East European Systems since 1740 - POL8510
POL8510 - East European Systems since 1740
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Passed/Failed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 100/100 |
Course content
The course will provide an overview of the most important changes in politics and social life in Eastern Europe after the fall of communism. Focus will be on various explanations for these changes, with an eye to differences and similarities in the various countries.
Learning outcome
Knowledge the student shall:
- have knowledge of the most important changes in politics and community life in Eastern Europe after 1740 and the possible explanations for these changes.
- have a command of the disciplines theories and methods and be able to contribute to new knowledge in the field.
Skills - the student shall demonstrate the ability to:
- treat one of the themes which was discussed in instruction in an independent empirical analytical manner which is at a high international level.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures/group discussions. Supervision of term paper. The essay is to be an independent discussion of a topic taught in lectures, and is to consist of 20 pages.
If 6 or fewer students sign up for a planned course during the first 2 teaching weeks, the course will be offered as an instructed reading course.
Required previous knowledge
Masters degree in Political Science or equivalent.
Course materials
To be decided at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| POL3510 | 10.0 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
10.0 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2016
Language of instruction: English
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- Political Science
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Sociology and Political Science
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Assignment 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"