IBSO4001 – Theory and Methods in Ibsen Studies

Course content

Ibsen Studies is an inherently interdisciplinary field of study that requires the ability to apply and at times combine a variety of theories and analytical methods, depending on the specific topic under investigation. This course is designed to help students at the master’s level evaluate and apply relevant theoretical approaches and develop appropriate analytical methods. Students are given ample opportunity to evaluate the appropriateness of theoretical approaches and experiment with methodologies that will have relevance to their own Ibsen research through presentations and writing.

Learning outcome

After completing this course, the students are expected:

  • to engage with broader theoretical discourses relevant to Ibsen studies
  • to identify and apply theory that is relevant to interdisciplinary Ibsen studies
  • to understand how theory informs and shapes methodology
  • to develop and articulate an analytical method that is appropriate for the proposed master’s thesis

Admission to the course

To be eligible for this course, you must be enrolled in the following master`s program:

Ibsen studies online (programme option)

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.

If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.

Formal prerequisite knowledge

IBSD4000

or

IBS4000 – Advanced Academic Writing for Ibsen Studies

30 credits on Master`s level in Ibsen Studies

Overlapping courses

Teaching

Students are asked to write reflections on at least six of the theories or methods that are covered in the course, in the form of a thesis theory journal. They will receive feedback on these reflections.

Examination

The exam is a portfolio consisting of the six reflection journal entries (12 pages total) and a 3-page draft of theory and methods appropriate for the proposed master's thesis.

The lecturer will give the details about the submissions at the beginning of the semester.

Examination support material

The course coordinator determines the rules for the use of artificial intelligence in examinations and other assessment situations. These are specified in the course’s Canvas room. Please note that the rules may vary between courses. As a student, you are responsible for familiarising yourself with the rules for each individual course.

Grading scale

Grades are awarded on a pass/fail scale. Read more about the grading system.

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Facts about this course

Level
Master
Credits
10
Teaching

Spring 2027

Offered for the first time spring 2027
Examination
Spring
Teaching language
English

Contact

Department of Linguistics and Scandinavian Studies