Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

This module comprises lectures and seminars that include exercises and student contributions. On the basis of theories of identity formation and intercultural communication, this module focuses on the colonial history of the Arctic peoples, nation-building, historical and contemporary migration to and from the Arctic, cultural encounters and cultural exchanges.

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• relevant theories concerning the culture, society and history of the circumpolar peoples
• themes and trends in the study of the culture, society and history of the circumpolar peoples as well as various approaches to the study of these.

Skills

• the critical assessment, selection and application of relevant theories and methods to the study of the culture, society and history of the  circumpolar peoples.  
• disseminating the chosen issue and the methodology for its analysis.

Competences

• the delineation and analysis of a complex problem in a way that is independent and methodologically sound
• academic reflection on a scientific basis and the assumption of responsibility for personal academic development.

Extent and expected workload

5 ECTS

Exam

Exams