Theory and Method in Globalization, Environment and Social Change
The course requires a Bachelor degree in geography or human geography or accepted to the Master's Programme in Globalization, Environment and Social Change, and English B (from the Swedish upper secondary education), or equivalent.
The course discusses several research methods of relevance for the field of education, and provides an opportunity for specialization in an elective method. In addition the course offers support in formulating a research problem and to develop a research plan.
Teaching Format
Obligatory teaching is introductions, lectures, seminars and tutorials.
Detailed information, including grading criteria, is presented at the course introduction and via the collaboration and learning environment Athena.
Assessment
Examination takes place through take-home exams and oral and written presentation of assignments.
Examiner
Several teachers assess and grade within the course.
Examiner: llda Lindell
Course coordinator:
llda Lindell
Student Affairs Office/International Coordinator
Contact the Student Affairs Office in the first instance if you have general questions about your studies at the department, including matters related to registration in systems such as Ladok and Athena. You can also request certified transcripts and other official certificates and talk to the International Coordinator about studying abroad as part of the Department's courses and programmes and exchange studies within the Department's agreements.
Study Counsellor
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