EHS4020 – Introduction to Environmental Humanities
Course content
Over the course of five seminars, this course introduces you to the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of environmental humanities through close readings of selected texts that highlight both established and developing topics within the field. The course is curated by active researchers: each year the selection of topics and readings shifts, reflecting their focus and interests.
Learning outcome
The course will:
- Introduce you to the vibrant field of environmental humanities
- Train you to work and read across disciplinary boundaries
- Equip you with tools to frame, narrate and discuss issues such as climate change and environmental grief
- Strengthen your capacity to engage reflectively with complex environmental problems
Admission to the course
This course is part of the Honours Certificate in Environmental Humanities and Sciences (honours certificate).
Students not enrolled in the certificate programme can be admitted to the course if this is cleared by their own study programme.
Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.
Teaching
The course consists of 5 bi-weekly seminars, spaced over the autumn term. Each seminar will focus on selected mandatory readings, which students should come prepared to discuss.
Examination
Term paper to be submitted in Inspera.?The term paper should be between 5-7 pages á 2300 characters without spaces, not counting front page and references. ?Instructions in Canvas.
Language of examination
The examination text is given in English, and you submit your response in English.
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.
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