autumn 2017
EXF-0750 Examen Facultatum - Entrepreneurship and Tourism Studies - 10 ECTS
Course content
Offer an introduction to social science by studying their history, scientific thinking and contemporary debate in theory of science.
The course consists of two modules. The first module is a joint module with those enrolled in Bachelor in Medieproduction. Module 1: To give an introduction to scientific thinking, foster active learning and critical thinking. Students should have basic knowledge of characteristics and methods of the physical sciences social sciences and the humanities sciences, including on the basis of known research efforts. Module 2: Specific specialization module for those enrolled in the Bachelor of Arctic Adventure Tourism and Cultural and Creative Entrepreneurship. The propose of this second module is to give the students basic knowledge and perspectives on the different aspects of the chosen field of study.
Objectives of the course
Knowledge: - History of social science - Models of humans and society - Theory of science and research design - Ethics in social science research
Skills: Students should - be capable of taking a critical stand towards research as well as theories within social science. - be capable of applying and comprehend methodological and theoretical competence within their own studies.
Competence: - have a good foundation for further studies in humanitarian and social sciences.
Assessment
Course requirements:
- Oral presentations and written assignments must be approved before final examination can take place. - 70% attendance is required in order to take exam.
Examination:
5-days home exam: Semester paper of max. 10 pages.
Grading: scale A - F with F for failed.
Possibility of re-sit exam in case of F.
Error rendering component
- About the course
- Campus: Alta |
- ECTS: 10
- Course code: EXF-0750
- Responsible unit
- Institutt for reiseliv og nordlige studier
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