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SOS-1008: The Nordic Welfare State Work Load
10 credits (ECTS) | Type of course
Theoretical subject. | Level of course/Year of study
Normally first or second year. | Language of instruction
Norwegian | Examination semester
Spring
| Contents
This course focuses on central characteristics of the Norwegian and Nordic welfare states, which problems are solved and which institutional solutions are chosen. It also places emphasis on describing the pressures and challenges now faced by the welfare state. Current political proposals are looked at against the context of social and ideological changes and sociological theory. | Form of teaching
Lectures 2 hours a week, seminar 2 hours a week. | Coursework requirements
Oral presentation
| Exam and assessment
Essay (10 pages) on a topic linked with the course.
Examinations are evalutated using a five-stage scale of grading, from A-E, for those that are passed, and F for a failed examination.
Evaluated by the lecturer and and external examiner.
The course is open for re-sit examination early in the following semester. | Contact person/lecturer
Gøril Erikstad | Recommended reading/syllabus
See homepage. | Homepage
http://uit.no/sosiologi/2001/8
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