ISSSV1860 – AI Policy and Governance
Course content
The course is designed to provide students with interdisciplinary competence in artificial intelligence governance, regulation, institutional implementation, and societal impact. It is a highly interdisciplinary course, yet is grounded in political science, sociology, law, social anthropology and informatics. The course aims to prepare students to understand and shape how AI systems are governed, building an understanding of the current landscape of international governance of AI, and the geopolitics that permeate discussions. In particular, the interface between concerns of AI safety and security, as well as the emerging institutions that seek to influence the discussions of regulations and standards.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
Having completed this course, students:
- Understand foundational concepts in AI governance and policy
- Provide a clear overview of international actors that govern AI and what the major frameworks, acts and bills that operationalise this.
Skills
Having completed this course, students can:
- Analyse regulatory frameworks including the EU AI Act and related standards
- Evaluate ethical and societal implications of AI deployment
- Assess organisational AI governance models and risk management approaches
Competence
Having completed this course, students can:
- Develop policy recommendations for public and private institutions
- Critically examine the relationship between AI, democracy, labor, education, and public trust
Admission to the course
If you would like to take this course, you must apply directly to the International Summer School.
Teaching
The course consists of three hours of daily instruction, Monday to Friday, for four weeks.
Classroom sessions include lectures, policy workshops, cased-based seminars, guest speakers from academia, government and industry.
Examination
The examination consists of an oral exam (counts towards 60 % of the final grade) and a take home exam (counts towards 40 % of the final grade).
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.
More about examinations at UiO
- Use of sources and citations
- How to use AI as a student
- Special exam arrangements due to individual needs
- Withdrawal from an exam
- Illness at exams / postponed exams
- Explanation of grades and appeals
- Resitting an exam
- Cheating/attempted cheating
You will find further guides and resources at the web page on examinations at UiO.
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Nov. 5, 2026 11:50:37 PM