Swedish History of Ideas
The course is an introduction to some important ideas and thinkers in Swedish history, from Sweden’s position as a great power in the 17th century until the Welfare state in the 20th century. Included are such topics as Linneaus, Swedish conceptions of nature and Strindberg.
The course is designed to provide an initial orientation of some important themes in Swedish history of ideas from the Early Modern period onwards.
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Course structure
Teaching format
The course is based on a series of lectures or seminars addressing those themes, and on preparatory reading.
Assessment
Course examination is written and/or oral.
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course. -
Course reports
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Contact
Study Councellor History of IdeasAxel ÖstmanStudy Councellor History of Ideas
- Visiting address
House A Room 257
Frescativägen 24E