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Høst 2025
HIS-1111 Arctic Norway - Aspects of history - 10 stp
The course is administrated by
Institutt for arkeologi, historie og religionsvitenskap
Type of course
The subject may be taken as a singular course.
Course overlap
HIS-1202 Norway and the world after 1750 3 ects
Course contents
The course offers an introduction to the history of Northern Norway, spanning from early times to the present day. It places special emphasis on the history of the indigenous Sami population and explores historical topics that distinguish the region in both national and international contexts. The course provides insights into how Northern Norway has been influenced by national policies, international diplomacy, and global trends. It examines how local religious and social movements connected with larger processes such as colonisation, industrialisation, and the development of the welfare state. Additionally, the course explores how proximity to Russia and the Soviet Union has impacted the region, as well as how the geopolitical scramble for the Arctic has influenced and continues to influence the area today.
Admission requirements
Higher Education Entrance Qualification (generell studiekompetanse) or prior learning and work experience (realkompetanse).
Admission code: 9199 (Nordic applicants).
Objective of the course
The student has the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student:
- has basic knowledge of the historical development in Northern Norway from early times to present day
- is familiar with how national and international contexts have affected this development
- has insight into the major historical problems discussed in the historical research on the region
Skills
The student:
- can read analytically historical texts
- is able to interpret critically historical questions
- can use historical evidence in academic arguments
Language of instruction
Language of instruction and examination is English. Language of examination is English or Norwegian.
Teaching methods
The course consists of lectures and seminars.