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 international relations and sustainable development, the module focuses on international relations and sustainable development in the Arctic in a period of history when global players such as nation-states, supranational entities and multinational companies are increasingly interested in Arctic conditions and are investing resources in the region.

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• relevant theories concerning the Arctic in the global world
• themes and trends in the study of the Arctic in the global world and various approaches to the study of these.

Skills

• the critical assessment, selection and application of relevant theories and methods to the study of the Arctic in the global world  
• 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