One year programme

Circumpolar and Nordic Studies

Nett

The Circumpolar and Northern Studies programme provides students with a broad introduction to social, environmental, cultural and political topics relevant in the High North.

Admission is closed See study plan Structure/courses

Programme description

Are you interested in High North politics and sustainable development of the Arctic? Do you want to learn more about the environment, indigenous peoples and socio-economic conditions? Do you want more knowledge on the Nordic model of political organisation and the welfare state? Then the Circumpolar and Nordic Studies programme may be the right choice for you.

Career opportunities

The Northern Studies programme provides a solid background for further study within the social sciences. As an addition to other bachelor level studies, it provides students with the critical skills and knowledge-base to work in a range of positions related to the High North. These could include teaching, tourism and work in cultural and communication sectors.

Admission requirements

The admission requirement for this study program is

Higher Education Entrance Qualification

The education requirements and language proficiency requirements are specified in the GSU-list

For more information about applying: https://www.nord.no/en/study-programmes/admission

There are no student exchange possibilties on this programme.

The courses may be used as elective courses in som of the bachelor programs at Nord university.

Knowledge

The student should:

have a broad understanding of different social science theories and methodologies
be acquainted with the concepts used to describe the Circumpolar World
have basic knowledge of the history and the most common geographical, biological and physical aspects of the Circumpolar World
have knowledge about the people and peoples living in the Circumpolar World
have knowledge about contemporary challenges for the Circumpolar World, including management of natural resources, sustainable development, business, culture, politics, health issues and the rights of indigenous peoples.

Skills

The student should:

have developed skills necessary for critical analysis
be able to reflect critically on the ethical challenges involved in research and creation of knowledge

General Competence

The student should: