BALU, Bachelor of Lule Saami Language

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Autumn 2020 (1. semester)

SP181L
10 sp

Spring 2021 (2. semester)

Autumn 2021 (3. semester)

SPR104L
10 sp

Spring 2022 (4. semester)

SPR105L
10 sp

Autumn 2022 (5. semester)

Spring 2023 (6. semester)

SMI2003
10 sp

The bachelor¿s programme of Lule Saami language comprises teaching of both linguistic and literary subjects. Half the programme consists of Lule Saami language and literature. Students select a theme for the other half of their programme; either in historic or in circumpolar subjects, depending on whether he or she wants further master¿s level studies in these areas. Teaching is organised in intensive sessions that will take place in Bodø, at Drag and potentially other places.

The degree comprises 180 ECTS credits, 90 of which contain a specialisation in Lule Saami language, 20 of which are mandatory courses and 70 of which are electives.

The Lule Saami courses are taught in Lule Saami. The remaining courses are taught in Norwegian, or English if and when required or relevant. The aim of this programme is to provide candidates with thorough knowledge of Lule Saami linguistic and literary issues.

Upon successful completion of this programme, the candidate:

Knowledge:

  • Has basic knowledge of the key aspects of the subject and specialised knowledge in selected areas of the Field
  • Has acquired basic knowledge in the key areas of a secondary subject, or broader knowledge of selected areas of various subjects

Skills:

  • Can communicate both orally and in writing in Lule Saami language
  • Can navigate academic literature in language and/or linguistic issues
  • Can communicate his or her knowledge about language and/or literature that he or she has acquired during the programme

General competence:

  • Can work independently in professions requiring knowledge of Lule Saami language, culture and literature
  • Has competence to apply for further education on master¿s level

Higher Education Entrance Qualification

English language proficiency

View general admission and documentation requirements

Candidates must hold a minimum competence of Saami as secondary language from upper secondary school or have successfully passed the University`s Lule Saami introduction course levels 1 and 2.

Candidates with Lule Saami language competence are in high demand in public management, research, education, in the media and as an interpreter in various contexts. There is an increasing need for candidates with Lule Saami language competence in academia, public administration as well as private companies, and candidates are in high demand.
The Bachelor¿s programme in Lule Saami Language is a flexible programme. Upon successful completion of the programme, candidates qualify to appy for admission to master¿s degree programmes at Nord University as well as other institutions.
The study is gathering based, and there are 3-4 collections in each semester. The collections will mainly be added to Drag in Tysfjord.
Nord University has relevant partnership agreements with the University of Umeå, Sweden and the University of Saskatchewan, Canada.

No tuition fees. Costs for semester registration and course literature apply.

Students should expect costs to incur in relation to sessions at Drag or elsewhere.

For more information, see the individual course descriptions.

For more information, see the individual course descriptions.
The programme is evaluated via student questionnaire, as well as by the programme director. The evaluations form a part of the University's quality assurance system.