Sociology and social analysis

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Current state

Autumn 2020 (1. semester)

EX150S

Study Foundation Semester - Individual, Society and Science

30 sp

Spring 2021 (2. semester)

SOS1000

Study of Social/Societal Change – Global and Local Challenges

20 sp

ME118S

Introduction to research methods in social sciences

10 sp

Autumn 2021 (3. semester)

SOS1001

Classical and Modern Sociological Theory

20 sp

SO114S

Introduction to Sociology

10 sp

Spring 2022 (4. semester)

SO216S

Society, Climate Change and the Environment

10 sp

SO215S

Welfare, Equity and Citizenship in a Changing Europe

10 sp

SO214S

Nature and Culture in a Sociologic Perspective

10 sp

Autumn 2022 (5. semester)

Elective courses - recommended

SOS1004

Diversity and Gender

15 sp

SOS1005

Cultural and Urban Sociology

15 sp

Spring 2023 (6. semester)

ME223S

Methodology and Research Strategy

10 sp

SOS2001

Bachelor's Thesis in Sociology and Social Science Analysis

20 sp

Sociology is the science of society and social life. Society is formed by humans through social interaction. At the same time, humans are formed by the society in which they grow up. This interplay; how society is both formed by and itself forming human life and action choices, constitutes the core of sociology as a scientific discipline. Sociological knowledge thus has a broad application, as it provides insight into what affects social and societal processes. The bachelor programme provides an introduction to the key concepts of the discipline, its classical and modern theories and research methods, as well as a series of other relevant themes, such as everyday life, youth and identity, power and social differences, society's institutions, poverty and welfare, the multicultural society, climate and resource management, and the relationship between nature and culture.

Upon successful completion of this programme, the candidate has obtained the following Learning outcomes:

Knowledge

Has thorough knowledge of key concepts, issues, and theoretical strands of sociology
Has knowledge of how society is constructed and functions
Has a critical understanding of how society both shapes and is shaped by people¿s lives, interests and action choices
Has knowledge of different research areas within the field of sociology
Is able to identify and distinguish between different methods for studying society and societal processes

Skills

Can apply sociological theories and methods for analysis to processing specific issues
Can critically reflect on the subject area and the exercise thereof
Can acquire information and professional knowledge and present this in a way that informs an area or an issue
Can make use of relevant research methods
Can assess ethical challenges in the exercise of the subject area

General competence

Can communicate professional knowledge both orally and in writing
Can work independently on a given assignment

Can view an issue from different perspectives and make professional and ethically informed choices

Applicants must fulfil the requirements for Norwegian General Study competence as well as language proficiency requirements in Norwegian and English language.

Read more about admission requirements

If the applicant does not fulfil the requirements for the Higher Education Entrance Qualification but has experience-based competence relevant to the field of study, he or she may apply for recognition of this competence in order to fulfil the admission.

Registration for the course SO114S Nature and culture in a sociological perspective requires that an introductory course in sociology is completed. In order to register for the course SOS2001 Bachelor's thesis, the following requirements are set: be admitted as a student to a bachelor in sociology and social analysis and have passed a minimum of 60 credits in sociological subjects.

In-depth knowledge of sociology and its analytical methods are useful in a wide range of areas. A Bachelor's degree in Sociology and social analysis is relevant for a number of different career opprotunities, in both the private and public sectors. Sociologists are usually not employed as sociologists, but are employed in positions such as case officers, information and communication officers, political advisors, HR advisors and other types of consultant positions, consultants, managers, project coordinators and the like. Some choose to study further, and take a Master's and Doctoral degrees, and then work as researchers. Another option is to make use of the sociological background in the education sector.In short; the possibilities are many!

This programme qualifies candidates to applying for admission to relevant master programmes at Nord University as well as other institutions.

This programme provides candidates with the opportunity to go on an exchange abroad, and we recommend exchange takes place in the 5th semester of the programme. The faculty has cooperation agreements with a series of foreign universities and will readily assist students in establishing contact and planning their exchange period abroad.

We recommend the following partner institutions

Wageningen University (Nederland) University of British Columbia (Canada) University of Alaska Fairbanks (USA) University of Greenland (Danmark)

Nord University also holds a series of agreements with other universities that may be relevant to students, provided that they offer relevant courses.

Students must have passed at least 60 ECTS credits holding an average grade of C or better when going on an exchange abroad.

Please also refer to our information about student exchange

No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is required that students possess their own laptop

Exam and assessment methods varies between the different courses. Take a look at each course description to get information on this.

Bachelor thesis

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.

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