Introduction to International Studies: Disciplines, Issues and Approaches
2020/2021
Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
The module comprises relevant coursework and an examination portfolio.
Learning objectives
Knowledge
The student must attain
Knowledge and understanding of:
the basic disciplines within the International Studies field
major problems addressed by the International Studies field
methodological and theoretical approaches to basic concepts within the International Studies field
problems central to the life of international society, international institutions, and major international actors.
Skills
The student must attain
Skills in:
- communicating knowledge on the above-mentioned issues in a clear, structured manner.
Competences
The student must attain
Competencies in:
- using basic disciplinary approaches in International Studies for analyzing and working on concrete problems within the field of International Studies
- communicating about International Studies topics in a clear written English.
Type of instruction
Please see § 17 in the curriculum.
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Introduction to International Studies: Disciplines, Issues and Approaches |
| Type of exam | Written exam
The examination is an exam portfolio; the content of the portfolio
must demonstrate that the student has achieved the above-mentioned
learning objectives and has participated actively in course
activities. The requirements for the contents of the portfolio will
be determined by the course lecturer at the start of the semester.
The portfolio will be evaluated by the examiner. Any re-examinations will be held in accordance with the above guidelines on the basis of a revised exam portfolio. |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Permitted aids | All written and all electronic aids |
| Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures |
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Introduktion til internationale studier: fagdiscipliner, temaer og tilgange |
| Module code | BALISE2003 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Autumn
|
| ECTS | 5 |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Aalborg |
| Responsible for the module |
Organisation
| Study Board | Study Board of Language and International Studies |
| Department | Department of Culture and Learning |
| Faculty | The Faculty of Humanities |
