ISSN1320 – From Ibsen to Fosse: An Introduction to Norwegian Literature
Course description
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
Course content
The course explores select classic and contemporary plays, poems, short stories, and novels by Norwegian authors. Analyze literary texts and reflect on their intersections with gender, place, and history. Texts include folktales, an Ibsen play, novels, and other works of fiction. Through lectures and class discussions, students gain proficiency in close reading and an understanding of the cultural contexts of literary expression.
Learning outcome
To read selections of Norwegian literature and understand the roots, influences, and impact of Norwegian literary culture. To develop some mastery of close reading and literary analysis.
Admission
If you would like to take this course, you must apply directly to the International Summer School
Only students admitted to the course may take part in instruction.
Prerequisites
Formal prerequisite knowledge
No obligatory prerequisites beyond the minimum requirements for entrance to higher education in Norway. Minimum academic requirements.
Overlapping courses
This course changed name from ISSN1320 "Norwegian Literature" to ISSN1320 "From Ibsen to Fosse: An Introduction to Norwegian Literature" in November 2023.
Teaching
The course consists of daily lectures, Monday to Friday. Classroom sessions include lectures, student presentations and discussions. Students must attend a minimum of 75% of the lectures in order to take the final exam.
Examination
The course includes a final exam.
You can check your results and order transcripts in StudentWeb three weeks after the exam.
Digital examination
The written examination is conducted in the digital examination system Inspera. You will need to familiarize yourself with the digital examination arrangements in Inspera.
Read more about written examinations using Inspera.
Language of examination
The examination text is given in English, and you submit your response in English.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a scale from A to F, where A is the best grade and F is a fail. Read more about the grading system.
Explanations and appeals
Resit an examination
Candidates who have a re-scheduled or new examination are allowed take the next ordinary examination. If you have successfully passed obligatory assignments, or other compulsory activities required before you are qualified to attend the exam, you need not re-sit these.
Only students with either valid absence (doctor's note) or students who failed the exam can re-sit an exam.
Contact the ISS Office for more information.
Withdrawal from an examination
Special examination arrangements
Application form, deadline and requirements for special examination arrangements.
Evaluation
The course is subject to continuous evaluation. At regular intervals we also ask students to participate in a more comprehensive evaluation.
This course changed name from ISSN1320 "Norwegian Literature" to ISSN1320 "From Ibsen to Fosse: An Introduction to Norwegian Literature" in November 2023.