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 online 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
  • to present a written description of 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

IBSO4000 – Advanced academic writing for Ibsen studies

or

IBS4000 – Advanced Academic Writing for Ibsen Studies

30 credits on Master`s level in Ibsen Studies

Overlapping courses

Teaching

Classes are given throughout the semester and consist of thematic modules online, 20 hours in total. The form of teaching combines video lectures with online student activites and discussions.

Two texts are to be submitted in Canvas by given deadlines during the semester, and students will receive feedback on both texts. This compulsory activity has to be approved by the lecturer to be able to take the exam.

A student who has completed compulsory instruction and coursework and has had these approved, is not entitled to repeat that instruction and coursework. A student who has been admitted to a course, but who has not completed compulsory instruction and coursework or had these approved, is entitled to repeat that instruction and coursework, depending on available capacity.

Examination

The exam is a portfolio consisting of two written texts, which are revised versions of the two writing assignments submitted throughout the semester.

Language of examination

You may write your examination paper in English, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish.

Grading scale

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

More about examinations at UiO

You will find further guides and resources at the web page on examinations at UiO.

Last updated from FS (Felles studentsystem) Oct. 15, 2026 8:33:17 AM

Facts about this course

Level
Master
Credits
10
Teaching
Spring
Offered for the first time spring 2027
Examination
Spring
Teaching language
English

Contact

Centre for Ibsen Studies