Introduction to International Studies: Disciplines, Issues and Approaches
2023/2024
Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
The module comprises relevant coursework and an individual 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 major areas and issues within international studiess 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.
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 individual 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 | BALISE2203 |
| 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
| Education owner | Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Language and International Studies, English |
| Study Board | Study Board of International and Cross‐Cultural Studies |
| Department | Department of Culture and Learning |
| Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities |
