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Geography, 60 ECTS

Geography is interdisciplinary and sheds light upon issues such as diversity, variety and interaction, the natural and the man-made, local andglobal processes on the surface of the earth. You will learn how the landscape is shaped by natural forces, how to create and use maps, howresources are distributed between regions and continents, about the consequences of globalization and the environmental consequences ofhuman behavior. Geography is characterized by close relationship with other disciplines, both form the social sciences and the naturalsciences. The programme is organized by means of four gatherings, and can be taken both full-time and part-time. The program is therefore perfect forteachers in work who want further education. The gatherings form a central and important part of the learningactivities, as we immerseourselves in the field to study natural conditions and landscape types, as well as visits to companies, places and municipalities.

ECTS Credits60

Study levelOne-year programme

Teaching languageNorwegian

FacultyFaculty of Social Sciences

Course locationLevanger and Steinkjer

Autumn 2020

Course id Course name ECTS Credits

GEO1122 Geographical Theories and Terminology 10 SP

GEO1042 Cartography 5 SP

GEO1111 Physical Geography 15 SP

Spring 2021

Course id Course name ECTS Credits

GEO1131 People, Resources and Environment 15 SP

GEO1141 Regional Development and Globalization 15 SP

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In a time of great societal change and global challenges, the need for comprehensive knowledge of the relationship between people, societyand nature is greater than ever. After completing your studies as a geography student, you should have achieved the following learningoutcomes:

Knowledge

has broad and up-to-date knowledge of the field of geography, the history of the discipline, and its scientific methods

Skills

can work independently on important issues within the geography fieldis able to write structured academic answerscan place the subject in a relevant social context

General competence

has the ability to see important relationships between man, society and nature, and develop attitudes based on comprehensive knowledgecan use geography in a professional didactic context

Applicants must fulfil the requirements for Norwegian General Study competence as well as language proficiency requirements in Norwegianand English language.

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If the applicant does not fulfill the requirements for the Higher Education Entrance Qualification but has experience-based competence relevantto the field of study, he or she may apply for recognition of this competence in order to fulfill the admission

The one year study programme in geography qualifies graduates for admission to further studies at the Bachelor level in Geography at NordUniversity, or at other universities. It can also be incorporated into other Social Science degrees. A degree in Geography can lead to a widerange of career opportunities. Geographers work in the private and public sector, and are often hired for positions that require planning andmanagement skills, as well as good knowledge of maps and practical skill required to apply Geographic information system software. Thedegree also qualifies for teaching geography and social sciences in high school.

The one year study programme in geography qualifies graduates for admission to further studies at the Bachelor level in Geography at NordUniversity, or at other universities. It can also be incorporated into other Social Science degrees.

Not applicable for this programme.

No tuition fees. Semester fees and cost of course literature apply. Expenses for accomodation and food during the seminars / gatherings mustbe covered by the students. Travel expenses to and from the seminars / gatherings must also be covered by the students.

The Norwegian system for grading and assessment using the letter grades A - F, in which A denotes the best/highest grade and F denotes "notpassed". Candidates work can also be assessed as "passed", "not passed", "approved" and "not approved".

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The programme is evaluated via student questionnaire, as well as by the programme director. The evaluations form a part of the University'squality assurance system.

Refer to "Regulations concerning studies and examinations at Nord University" and other local regulations under Rules and Regulations.

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Subject descriptions (5)

Geographical Theories and Terminology GEO1122No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is also requiredthat students possess their own laptop. Expenses for accomodation and foodduring the gatherings must be covered by the students. Travel expenses to andfrom the gatherings must also be covered by the students.

GEOGRAPHICAL THEORIES AND TERMINOLOGY G E O 1 1 2 2

ECTS Credits 10Level UndergraduateCourse typeStart semester Autumn 2020

Year of study 1st study yearCourse locationFaculty Faculty of Social

SciencesTeaching language NorwegianApplication deadline

Geir Olav KnappeCourse coordinatorUniversitetslektor+47 74 21 23 [email protected]

The course gives an introduction to the history of geography as a discipline, main theories and key concepts.

No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is also required that students possess their own laptop. Expenses foraccomodation and food during the gatherings must be covered by the students. Travel expenses to and from the gatherings must also be covered bythe students.

Evaluation using mid-term and final surveys. Students are also encouraged to participate in the central quality surveys.

Compound assessment, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått FCompulsory participation, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent.

Must be passed prior to submission of the Take-home examination.

Arbeidskrav - 2 innleveringsoppgaver, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent.Must be passed prior to submission of the Take-home examination.

Take-home examination, 6 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.

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Cartography GEO1042No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is also requiredthat students possess their own laptop. Expenses for accomodation and foodduring the gatherings must be covered by the students. Travel expenses to andfrom the gatherings must also be covered by the students.

CARTOGRAPHY G E O 1 0 4 2




Ivar Svare HolandCourse coordinatorAssociate Professor+47 74 11 22 [email protected]

The course gives an introduction to the use of maps as a practical tool and as a means of communication. The students will learn to processgeographical data in geographical information system (GIS), as well as related basic statistical methods.





Take-home examination, 5 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.Assessment task - 2 assignments, grading scale Godkjent - Ikke godkjent.


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Physical Geography GEO1111No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is also requiredthat students possess their own laptop. Expenses for accomodation and foodduring the gatherings must be covered by the students. Travel expenses to andfrom the gatherings must also be covered by the students.

PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY G E O 1 1 1 1




Ivar Svare HolandCourse coordinatorAssociate Professor+47 74 11 22 [email protected]

The course emphasizes relations between elements in nature, in a time-space perspective. Main themes of the course are landscape and soilformation, vegetation, weather and climate.





Take-home examination, 3 weeks, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.Compulsory coursework - 2 assignments, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Bestått - Ikke bestått.

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People, Resources and Environment GEO1131No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is also requiredthat students possess their own laptop. Expenses for accomodation and foodduring the gatherings must be covered by the students. Travel expenses to andfrom the gatherings must also be covered by the students.

PEOPLE , RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT G E O 1 1 3 1

ECTS Credits 15Level UndergraduateCourse typeStart semester Spring 2021



Olof Andreas StjernströmCourse coordinatorProfessor+47 74 11 21 [email protected]




Must be passed prior to submission of the Take-home examination - individual.

Take-home examination - individual, 30 hours, comprises 100/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.Compulsory coursework - 2 assignments, comprises 0/100 of the grade, grading scale Bestått - Ikke bestått.

Must be passed prior to submission of the Take-home examination - individual.

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Regional Development and Globalization GEO1141No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is required thatstudents possess their own laptop. Expenses for accomodation and food during thegatherings, as well as travel expenses to and from the gatherings must be coveredby the students.

R E G I O N A L D E V E L O P M E N T A N D G L O B A L I Z A T I O N G E O 1 1 4 1

ECTS Credits 15Level UndergraduateCourse typeStart semester Spring 2021



Gjermund WollanCourse coordinatorAssociate Professor+47 74 11 22 [email protected]

The course gives the students an introduction to regional development and globalization. The main topics are industrial development, especiallyinnovation processes and the need for green restructuring, settlement, migration, urban development and development studies.

No costs except semester registration fee and course literature. It is required that students possess their own laptop. Expenses for accomodation andfood during the gatherings, as well as travel expenses to and from the gatherings must be covered by the students.

Knowledge

Have knowledge of relevant concepts, theories and societal developments related to industries and industrial development.Have knowledge of relevant concepts, theories and societal developments related to settlement, migration and urban development.Have knowledge of relevant concepts, theories and societal developments related to north-south questions/development studies.Be able to relate societal developments to regional development and globalization.

Skills

Be able to use geographical knowledge to analyze and understand societal developments at a local, regional and global scale.Be able to find, evaluate and apply geographical information and disciplinary subjects related to the students own research questions.

General competence

Have a broad understanding of disciplinary subjects, and be able to relate the geographical knowledge to questions concerning regionaldevelopment and globalization.Be able to implement the geographical knowledge in the students own work tasks, and be able to convey relevant theories, research questionsand solutions, both in writing and orally.

Lectures, excursions and workshops. Two seminars and two approved papers with net support between the seminars.


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Must be passed prior to submission of the Written assignment.Must be passed prior to submission of the Oral examination - individual.

Written assignment, comprises 40/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.Oral examination - individual, comprises 60/100 of the grade, grading scale A-E, Beste A, Ikke bestått F.


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