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A Norwegian Cultural Journey

Sist oppdatert 11.04.2012 av Siri Bjørnstad

A Norwegian Cultural Journey takes Norwegian culture as a point of departure. As important as the Norwegian culture is the comparison with the various cultures the students represent. The course consists of three modules.

Offered: Fall semester
Level: Undergraduate
Duration: one semester, full time
ECTS: 30 (approximately 12 -15 US credit hours)
Language of instruction: English
Admission deadline: 15th of May
Contact: Sigurd Kraft Gulbrandsen, e-mail: sigurd.gulbrandsen@hive.no

About the Course

In module 1 the students learn about contemporary cultural and social life in Norway through activities in music, dance, outdoor life, food and traditions
In module 2 the students study elements of cultural development in Norway and Northern Europe from the Viking age until 1950
In module 3 the students work with cultural expressions in modern Norway
School practice: A part of the course is a two week experience where the students can both study the Norwegian education system in practice, and teach themselves. The students may visit kindergarten, primary, secondary or upper secondary schools according to their own interests

The method of working includes academic lectures, group discussions, practical performances and meetings with local artists, performers and chefs. In addition to books and articles, music, dances and food recipes are on the curriculum! Important works in literature, film, music and art will be presented and discussed in addition to topics from language, history and education.

The course website is here: http://culturaljourney.wordpress.com/

Target Groups Undergraduate students of cultural studies, history, literature, comparative studies, teacher training students.

Prerequisites

Foreign and Norwegian students who have finished a minimum of one year of studies from university or university college (60 ECTS) in their home countries. A certain proficiency in English is required in order to benefit from the course.