General description

The purpose of the introduction course is to familiarize students with key concepts, traditions and theories of North-American Studies, all with a focus on the political system.

Learning outcomes

The purpose of the introduction course is to familiarize students with key concepts, traditions and theories of North-American Studies, all with a focus on the political system.

Contents

Compulsory lecture course with added reading.

Teaching methods

Teaching method	Contact	Online
Lectures	14 h	0 h
Independent work	6 h	0 h

In addition to the lecture course the students have to complete a written assignments on a topic arranged with the teacher of the introduction course

Teaching language

English

Evaluation

Pass/fail.

Recommended year of study

The course in compulsory for all students who take North American Studies as a minor. It is recommendable to take the introduction course when students begin to study North American Studies as a minor.

Belongs to following study modules