This syllabus is valid: 2009-05-18
and until further notice
Course code: 2SV028
Credit points: 7.5
Education level: First cycle
Main Field of Study and progress level:
Political Science: First cycle, has less than 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Grading scale: Three-grade scale
Responsible department: Department of Political Science
Contents
The aim of this term-long course is to give a general introduction to and understanding of Swedish politics - actors and institutions - as well as a number of key policy areas. The course covers the institutional framework of Swedish democracy such as the constitution, Parliament, electoral system, local and regional government. It also discusses the role of political actors, such as the political parties, interest groups, and relations between state and society. In addition, the course focuses on a number of policy areas, such as education, security and gender-equality. The discussion of the Swedish political and administrative system will be set within a comparative context wherever possible.
Expected learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course are expected to
gain a good understanding of institutions and actors in the Swedish political system, as well as aspects of Swedish foreign and domestic policy;
derive familiarity with some of the theories used to study politics;
be able to set Swedish politics within a comparative perspective; and
gain further experience of group discussion, collaboration and expression of ideas, verbally and in writing.
Required Knowledge
30 ECTS in Political Science or equivalent.
Form of instruction
The course is given in the form of a mixture of lectures and seminars, and comprises both group and individual work.
Examination modes
Each module (moment) ends with an examination. The type of examination varies. Both written and oral examinations covering module literature and lectures may be used. Final grades may also be based on research papers, other written assignments, oral presentations, and participation in seminars. Final course grades, which include all modules, are awarded once all examinations and other obligatory written and oral work has been submitted. Three grades can be awarded: fail, pass, and high pass.
Students who fail an examination may take a retest, and students have the possibility to retest a minimum of 5 times. A student has the right to request a new examiner if he/she fails two sub-course examinations (i.e. an examination and a retest). In such cases students should contact the Director of Undergraduate Studies (Studierektor).
A student has the right to an examination based on the course and literature described in this document for a period of two years after he/she first registered for the course.
TILLGODORÄKNANDE
The Director of Undergraduate Studies (Studierektor) makes decisions about transfer credits for a module or course. Students who want to transfer credits should submit a written request to the Director of Undergraduate Studies. The request should specify which module or course the request applies to. An official transcript should also be submitted. The transcript must include the following information: where and when the course was given, the discipline and level of the course, total course credits and grade received. A syllabus describing the course and listing required reading should be submitted with the request. Where applicable, written research papers should also be submitted.
Other regulations
Course evaluations are administered at the end of each sub-course.
