Entry requirements

General entry requirements and English 6

Learning outcomes

Upon completing the course students will

• be able to account for important aspects of U.S. history,
• be able to the social forces that have helped shape U.S. society,
• be able to show basic knowledge of what is regarded to make the United States unique, both historically and at present,
• be able to demonstrate some familiarity with the analysis of historical texts.

Content

The course provides an overview of historical developments in the area that today constitutes the United States. Chronologically the emphasis is on colonial times to the present. Aspects related to social, political, and cultural dimensions as well as perspectives of diversity on American history are central.

Instruction

Instruction, campus course: Teaching is done through lectures and seminars. Virtual meetings may occur. Active participation in course seminars is obligatory. In cases of absence students will be given the opportunity to complete an extra assignment within the framework of the course period. The language of instruction is English.

Instruction, internet-based course: Teaching is done via web-based tools and platforms. A number of scheduled virtual meetings may be added. Group work will occur. Students must complete all written activities and assignments, and participate in virtual course meetings when such are offered, to receive a passing grade in the course. In cases of absence students will be given the opportunity to complete an extra assignment within the framework of the course period. English is the language of instruction.

Assessment

Assessment, campus course: Examination is done through spoken as well as written assignments and by continuous assessment. Grades used are either Fail, Pass, or Pass with Distinction.

Assessment, internet-based course: Examination is conducted through written assignments and activities. Grades used are either Fail, Pass, or Pass with Distinction.

Students who do not achieve a passing grade on the regular examination will have another opportunity to take the examination within a reasonable period of time after the regular examination.

Students who fail a certain examination twice have the right upon request, following consultation with the head of department, to have another examiner appointed.

If there are special reasons for doing so, an examiner may make an exception from the method of assessment indicated and allow a student to be assessed by another method. An example of special reasons might be a certificate regarding special pedagogical support from the University's disability coordinator.

Other directives

If the syllabus or course reading for a component has been changed, students have a right to be examined under the original syllabus and course reading on three occasions during the following three semesters. Normally this right then expires. Otherwise there are no limitations on the number of examination opportunities.

The course may not be included in a degree with the course American studies A1.

Transitional provisions

For transitional regulations in the case of changes in the syllabus, please contact the student adviser.