Friluftsliv and Society
Friluftsliv and society provides students with a basic theoretical introduction to the subject of friluftsliv. Through this course, the student will gain an increased understanding of friluftsliv as a societal phenomenon. The history, traditions and development of friluftsliv, and how friluftsliv changes in a socio-cultural perspective is central to the course. The thoughtful encounter between man and nature will be addressed in the course under the headings of natural philosophy and ecosophy. In addition, the course also embraces trip planning and safety related to the Norwegian friluftsliv tradition.
The course is taught in English in Levanger, and in Norwegian in Bodø.
Admission to the programme, or the course. This course is included in the study program Outdoor Studies (friluftsliv), and the semester package Outdoor Studies - Autumn Package.
Admission to the programme of study requires Higher Education Entrance Qualifications.
Applicants who do not have Higher Education Entrance Qualifications and are 25 years of age or older may apply for admission based on their prior learning and work experience. Contact our Admission Office for more information.
Knowledge:
Students
- Have knowledge related to relevant outdoor activities
- Have knowledge about outdoor life from a safety perspective
- Have knowledge about outdoor education, guiding in outdoor activities, use of outdoor activities as educational tools, and groups and group processes.
- Have insight into environmental philosophy, outdoor life as a phenomenon, the history and traditions of outdoor life, and the roles and importance of outdoor life in Norwegian society. As a result, the aim is for students to view outdoor life in a larger societal context.
- Have basic knowledge about nature management, the commercialisation of outdoor life and nature-based tourism.
- Have knowledge about research and development work related to the field of outdoor life and society.
- Can update their knowledge in the field of outdoor life and society: Have knowledge about the history, traditions, distinctive character and place in society of outdoor life.
- Have broad knowledge about key topics, theories, issues, processes, tools and methods within the field of study.
Skills
Students
- Can apply skills in relevant outdoor activities in different types of natural environments and seasons.
- Can apply basic techniques in relevant outdoor activities.
- Can reflect on their own professional practice and adjust this under supervision by planning, implementing and assessing outdoor activities for relevant target groups.
- Can reflect on the educational and societal perspectives of outdoor life.
- Can ensure safety when taking part in outdoor activities.
- Can find, assess and refer to information and relevant subject matter, and relate it to an issue/research question.
- Can apply tools, techniques and forms of expression that are relevant to the subject area.
General competence
Students
- Have knowledge about the relationship between good personal skills, knowledge and energy reserves/stamina, and the importance of this for safe outdoor activities.
- Have knowledge about how one can use outdoor life as an educational tool and the opportunities this provides in relation to learning and development.
- Have knowledge about the ethical dilemmas related to travelling in and using the outdoors, in addition to knowledge about relevant academic and professional issues of an ethical nature.
- Can plan and carry out work tasks and projects alone and as a participant in groups in accordance with ethical requirements and guidelines. Are able to view knowledge and skills in context, and use a combination of these in practical situations.
- Can present subject matter such as theories, issues and solutions in writing, orally and through other relevant forms of expression.
- Can exchange views with others based on the subject area and participate in discussions about the development of good practice.
- Have knowledge about innovation and innovative processes in the field of outdoor life and society.
Compound assessment: All parts must be approved/passed to receive a grade.
- Required coursework: 1 individual written text (1500 - 2000 words). Counts 0/100. Grading scale: Approved/not approved
- Take-home examination: Individual, 3 days - counts 100/100 of final grade. Graded A-E (A = highest grade, F = Fail)
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Generating an answer using ChatGPT or similar artificial intelligence and submitting it wholly or partially as one's own answer is considered cheating.
Overlap refers to a similarity between courses with the same content. Therefore, you will receive the following reduction in credits if you have taken the courses listed below:
NA171L - Outdoor life and society - 10 credits
FRI1006 - Friluftsliv and Society - 10 credits