Course - Theoretical Perspectives in Geography 1 - GEOG8000
GEOG8000 - Theoretical Perspectives in Geography 1
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Passed / Not Passed
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 100/100 |
Course content
The course aims to provide the candidates with a knowledge base and tools that help them to maneuver in the complex landscape of theory and theoretical discussions in geography.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
- Through participating in this course the candidate will gain insight into processes of theorizing and engaging with theory in Geography.
Skills:
- The course provide the participants with tools to think, discuss and write theoretically about geographical research, by identifying, critically assessing and positioning themselves in relation to recent theoretical discussions in geography.
General competence:
- The course will enable the PhD candidates to reflect on the relationship between the individual PhD project and its theoretical position in current debates in geography.
Learning methods and activities
The course is organized around two activities: seminar and academic writing. Before the seminar, participants must submit a refelction note to form the basis of their paper. The seminar consists of lectures by scholars who are international capacities in their field. During the seminar, the candidates must present the draft paper. After the seminar, the candidates finalize the paper on relevant theoretical perspectives in geography, connecting to their own PhD project, current debates and course readings. The paper will be commented upon by fellow course participants and later approved by the department. Activities: Seminar, lectures, presentation of paper, paper writing, peer review. Compulsory assignments: Seminar participation, written paper and peer reviewing of paper. Form of assessment: Approved paper. The course is taught in English.
The course will only be tought if there are 5 students or more registered at the course, and if we have available teaching resources.
Compulsory assignments
- Seminar participation, written paper and peer reviewing of paper
Further on evaluation
1. Circulating paper to peer group established at course, commenting co-participant`s paper.
2. Submission to Department of Geography(NTNU) of 6000-8000- word paper on theoretical positioning or development for theoretical framework for PhD thesis.
An identical version of the exam paper cannot be used directly in the PhD thesis at NTNU as an article or a chapter. A revised version of the exam paper can be included in the thesis.
Required previous knowledge
MA in Geography or equivalent. Candidates must have started a PhD. project before taking this course.
Course materials
Will be provided when the course begins.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG8001 | 5.0 | AUTUMN 2019 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
10.0 SP
Study level: Doctoral degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Geography
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Geography
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Assignment 100/100
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Assignment 100/100
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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"