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IND-3015 The Arctic Council and the Indigenous Permanent Participants - 5 ECTS

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Type of course

The course is an elective for completion of the Master in Governance and Entrepreneurship in Northern and Indigenous Areas (GENI). It can also be taken as a singular course by exchange students and others.

Admission requirements

Application code: 9371.

Course content

This course helps students understand the Arctic Council and its Indigenous Permanent Participants, from the formation of the organization to the key issues it faces today.

Presented primarily from a historical perspective, the course will provide insights into the potential for and limitations of circumpolar cooperation by both states and Indigenous peoples.

Objectives of the course

This course sharpens students’ research skills and their ability to collaborate on research. It provides in-depth knowledge of Arctic Governance, international politics, and the role of international Indigenous organizations.

The students have the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge

The student has:

  • knowledge of the Arctic Council’s history and structure, and the relationship between the two;
  • knowledge of the Indigenous Permanent Participant organizations;
  • increased understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing the Arctic;
  • deep understanding of at least one key issue of the Arctic Council from the perspective of various members and participants.

Skills

The student is able to/can:

  • gather both primary and secondary sources for research;
  • conduct a close reading and analysis of key documents in relation to key issues;
  • write clearly and concisely.

Language of instruction and examination

English

Teaching methods

The course involves online lectures and discussion seminars based on course readings and other multimedia sources. Students will also be expected to gather research materials and incorporate it into class discussions.

Examination

Examination: Date: Grade scale:
Off campus exam 15.11.2024 14:00 (Hand in) A–E, fail F

Coursework requirements:

To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements:
Participation in class discussions Approved – not approved
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More info about the coursework requirements

The following coursework requirements must be completed and approved in order to take the final exam:

Informed participation in at least 5 class discussions, some of which may require independent research in advance of the discussion.

Re-sit examination

A resit exam is arranged for students who have not passed the last ordinary exam in this course.
  • About the course
  • Campus: Online | Other |
  • ECTS: 5
  • Course code: IND-3015
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