Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course the student should be able to:
- Account for the core concepts and the different perspectives related to the globalisation debate
- Show insights into the processes of globalisation and their impact on the changing role of the state, nation and the individual
- Independently identify, problematise and critically discuss current socio-political issues related to the globalisation debate.
Course Content
The course introduces and examines the concept of globalisation and raises questions concerning challenges of global transformation and of global integration. Different perspectives on the significance and consequences of globalisation for the state, nation and the individual are examined in order to highlight the multifaceted dimensions of the concept.
Assessment
Written take-home examination, written and oral presentations and active participation of the student during seminars.
Forms of Study
Lectures and mandatory seminars.
Grades
The Swedish grades U–VG.
Number of credits:
- Written examination, written and oral presentations, 7.5 credits.
Prerequisites
- General entry requirements and English 6
Other Information
The course is included in the course package International Relations I. The course is equivalent to SK1044.