126-073 Modern Swedish Culture and Society

126-064 Intermediate Swedish A, 126-065 Intermediate Swedish B, 126-066 Intermediate Swedish C, 126-067 Intermediate Swedish D. European studies students wishing to enrol in this subject would normally have completed first-year European studies, see Prerequisites.

This subject is taught in Swedish and deals with expressions of modern Swedish culture and society. It gives an overview of the social history of the modern Swedish state, and studies in detail some major works of 20th century literature and film. The subject explores the interplay between Swedish society and works of art, and on completion of the subject, students should have a grasp of some of the principle features, periods and themes of European culture, through acquaintance with Swedish culture.

• be able to express themselves in a clear and structured way in writing;

• be able to deliver oral presentations with ease and confidence;

• be able to work efficiently as a team member and have developed skills in cross-cultural analysis.

Written work totalling 1000 words 25% (during the semester) and a research essay of 3000 words 75% (due end of the semester).

Materials will be available from the Department

• H I Johansson, Sverige i fokus. Swedish Institute.