Course description for 2022/23
Norwegian Society and Social Institutions
SO101S
Course description for 2022/23

Norwegian Society and Social Institutions

SO101S
This course offers an introduction to sociology through the Norwegian context.
The course examines some central characteristics of the Norwegian society and explore their relation to key principles of the Norwegian welfare model. The focus will be on notions of equality, political dynamics and social organization. Lectures include an introduction to sociological theories on how to understand modern society, culture and the dynamics of social institutions in a comparative perspective.

Must have been admitted into the Norwegian Language and Society-program. Other international and exchange students can be assessed on request.

The course is not intended for students who have been admitted on the basis of the Norwegian general study competence or work competence.

Must have been admitted into the Norwegian Language and Society - program. Exchange students can be assessed on request.

The course is not intended for students who have been admitted on the basis of the Norwegian general study competence or work competence.

The student will learn about:

· Basic sociological theories that can help understanding culture and society

· Norwegian society, including culture, institutions and social organization

The student will be able to:

· Critically analyze and explain key aspects of Norwegian society and culture.

· Reflect upon and discuss the relations between culture, social organization and the development of the Norwegian Welfare State

· Conduct basic analysis of modern society through sociological approaches

The studen will:

· Be capable of discussing and presenting key characteristics of Norwegian culture and society

· Get an understanding of core social institutions and their role in the Norwegian context

No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature
Compulsory for the one year program Norwegian language and Society. For other students elective
Lectures and seminars
Annual evaluations which are included in the university's quality assurance system
An individual 1 week (8-10 pages) home exam. The Exam can be written in either Norwegian, English, Swedish, or Danish
All aids allowed.