Course - Social Difference, Identity and Place - GEOG3517
GEOG3517 - Social Difference, Identity and Place
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 100/100 | 1 weeks |
Course content
The main theme is the relationship between people and places, with focus on why and how people and places are mutually constitutive. The course offers different approaches to concepts of and theories on social difference, identity and place, as well as empirical oriented research questions related to these. For example, it is focused on how class, gender, ethnicity and sexuality are related to place. As part of the course the students have to write an individual assignment.
Learning outcome
A student who has completed this course should have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge:
- has knowledge about central theories and concepts within social and cultural geography which can be applied to analyze research questions within and across different research fields.
Skills:
- is able to critically evaluate central theories and concepts within social and cultural geography, and reflect on their potential applicability.
General competency:
- has experience with writing an academic text.
Learning methods and activities
Up to 14 hours lectures and one assignment. It is expected that compulsories and examinations are completed in English. Exceptions must be clarified with the lecturer responsible for the course.
Teaching will only be given if a sufficient number of students register for the course and if the Department has sufficient teaching resources. See www.ntnu.edu/studies/courses for the most up to date information on the courses not being offered.
Compulsory assignments
- Approved assignment
Further on evaluation
The compulsory assignments must be completed and approved in order to be eligible to take the exam. Same form of examination is given when re-sitting for the exam or improving the grade. The exam is offered both in the autumn and spring semester.
Required previous knowledge
Bachelor`s degree.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG3517 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2009 |
No
Version: 2
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Geography
- Social Sciences
Examination
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Home examination
100/100
Release
2024-11-25Submission
2024-12-02
09:00
INSPERA
12:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Home examination
100/100
Release
2025-05-02Submission
2025-05-09
09:00
INSPERA
12:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"