Introduction to Global Studies: Sustainable Societies and Social Change, 2.5 credits
Introduction to Global Studies: Sustainable Societies and Social Change, 2.5 högskolepoäng
| Course Code: | LIGR22 |
| Confirmed: | May 23, 2025 |
| Valid From: | Sep 01, 2025 |
| Education Cycle: | Second-cycle level |
| Disciplinary domain: | Social sciences |
| Subject group: | Other Subjects within Social Science |
| Specialised in: | A1N Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements |
| Main field of study: | Global Studies |
On completion of the course, the student should be able to:
• Concepts, theories, and methods
• Current research and development work
• Sustainability strategies
• Sustainable development • Social change
• Research ethics
The teaching consists of lectures, seminars and exercises performed individually and in groups.
A learning management system is used.
Students who have been admitted to and registered for a course have the right to receive instruction/supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course instance to which they were accepted. After that, the right to receive instruction/supervision expires.
Language of instruction is in English.
A bachelor's degree (i.e., the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university) with at least 90 credits in global studies or social science including independent work, i.e., a thesis or the equivalent. English proficiency is required.
The examination is based on the intended learning outcomes.
The course is examined through a group presentation.
The examination must allow for students to be assessed on an individual basis. Further information concerning assessment of specific intended learning outcomes and grading criteria is provided at the beginning of the course.
To receive the final grade of Pass, all elements of the course must have been passed. The final grade of the course is determined by the grade given to the group presentation.
| Name of the Test | Value | Grading |
|---|---|---|
| Group presentation 1 | 2.5 credits | G/U |
The instruction is followed up throughout the course. A course evaluation is conducted at the end of the course. A summary and comments are published in the learning management system. The evaluation constitutes a basis for future improvements to the course.
Students are guaranteed a minimum of three attempts to pass an examination, including the regular attempt.
If a student has failed the same examination three times, the student can request that the next attempt be graded by a new examiner. The decision to accept or reject such a request is made by the associate dean of education. A student may not make a second attempt at any examination already passed in order to receive a higher grade.
In case a course is terminated or significantly altered, examination according to the earlier syllabus shall be offered on at least two occasions in the course of one year after the termination/alteration.
This course contains articles that will be provided to you by course coordinator.
Citing Sources – How to Create Literature References
http://ju.se/library/search--write/citing-sources---how-to-create-literature-references.html
Sourcewise: A Student's Guide to Avoiding Plagiarism
Information about plagiarism at higher education institutions
Available in the learning management system