Programme syllabus
Autumn 2020
Programme syllabus, Autumn 2020
Title
International Migration and Ethnic Relations
Swedish title
International Migration and Ethnic Relations
Programme code
SGIME
Credits
180 credits
Language of instruction
English
Decision-making body
Faculty of Culture and Society
Syllabus valid from
2020-08-31
Programme establishment date
2007-03-02
Syllabus approval date
2019-09-18
Level
Basic level
Entry requirements
General entry requirements + English B
Merit rating is calculated based on Swedish upper secondary grades achieved, according to specific entry requirement 6/A6.
Programme structure
Semester 1 contains an introductory course in IMER (International Migration and Ethnic Relations I), with modules focusing on two main themes within the field: international migration and ethnic relations.
Semester 2 contains one course aimed at strengthening the students’ written English proficiency, and one course aimed at giving a basis for the students’ conscious and reflected choice of research design and research methods in the field of IMER.
Semester 3 consists of two courses aimed at a deeper understanding of the role of international and internal migration in the construction of contemporary societies and how societies address the outcome of such movements, specifically the issues of ethnic diversity and integration: IMER II: The Challenges of Ethnic Diversity and IMER II: Europe and International Migration.
Semester 4 consists of the course IMER Research Areas. It is divided in two separate modules, each of
which offers deeper knowledge and understanding of key issues and problems in two research areas. The
course draws on ongoing research at the department and the expertise of the teachers. The aim is both to
develop an understanding of state of the art knowledge in the field and to examine how such knowledge is
and can be produced.
Semester 5 consist of elective courses, giving the students a chance to develop their interests and knowledge within fields relevant for future work or studies. The studies during term 5 may include field studies, internships or international exchange studies.
Semester 6 consists of the courses IMER III: Research Theory and Methodology and IMER III: Bachelor Thesis.
Programme contents
Semester 1, autumn 2020
International Migration and Ethnic Relations I
IM104L, 30 credits (Compulsory)
Main field of study: International Migration and Ethnic Relations
Semester 2, spring 2021
Basic Research Methods
IM140L, 15 credits
No main field of study
Writing in the Social Sciences and Humanities
EN211L, 15 credits
No main field of study
Semester 3, autumn 2021
IMER II: The Challenges of Ethnic Diversity
IM237L, 15 credits (Compulsory)
Main field of study: International Migration and Ethnic Relations
IMER II: Europe and International Migration
IM258L, 15 credits (Compulsory)
Main field of study: International Migration and Ethnic Relations
Semester 4, spring 2022
IMER Research Areas
IM229L, 30 credits
No main field of study
Semester 5, autumn 2022
Semester 6, spring 2023
IMER III: Research Methodology
IM240L, 15 credits (Compulsory)
Main field of study: International Migration and Ethnic Relations
International Migration and Ethnic Relations: Bachelor's Thesis
IM245L, 15 credits (Compulsory)
Main field of study: International Migration and Ethnic Relations
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and understanding
A graduate of the Bachelor’s Programme in International Migration and Ethnic Relations shall:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the causes of international migration and its effects on sending and receiving societies, using both theoretical approaches and empirical case studies.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how ethnicity and culture are constructed and reconstructed in social processes at societal and micro level, and how diverse forms of group identification and group processes relate to mechanisms of inclusion and exclusion in society.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of specific areas within the IMER-field of study which includes current research questions in this field.
- Demonstrate knowledge of methods used within the IMER-filed, in particular the comparative method, ethnographic methods and interviews, text analysis, and quantitative methods.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the multidisciplinary foundation of IMER and of methodological considerations connected to this multidisciplinary approach.
Competence and skills
A graduate of the Bachelor’s Programme in International Migration and Ethnic Relations shall:
- Critically discuss various problems in the IMER-field by collecting, analyzing and evaluating information based on scholarly foundations.
- Show the competence to independently, and within an agreed timeframe, identify, formulate and solve problems in the IMER-field of studies, by using theories, methods, research results and various forms of empiricism.
- Demonstrate an ability to apply and reflect on different scientific methods used in the IMER-field of study.
- Demonstrate an ability to communicate and discuss information, problems and solutions with different groups in society, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate the ability to reflect on how to plan, conduct and evaluate projects addressing issues in the IMER-field.
- Show the ability to communicate research results orally and in writing.
Judgement and approach
A graduate of the Bachelor’s Programme in International Migration and Ethnic Relations shall:
- Identify and critically approach questions and problems connected to migration-related phenomena in society like ethnic issues, integration and so on.
- Show the ability to make judgments taking into consideration relevant scientific, societal and ethical aspects.
- Show the ability to be critically engaged, understand the role of knowledge in society, and understand the responsibilities behind its use.
- Show the ability to identify their need for further knowledge and competency.
Degree
Bachelor's degree
Additional information
The course syllabi state the entry requirements for progression within the programme.