KUN2005E – Edvard Munch
Schedule, syllabus and examination date
Course content
Perspectives on the art of Edvard Munch, including a critical discussion of the reception of his works of art, both in Norway and internationally
Learning outcome
After completed course you will have:
- specialised knowledge of Edvard Munch`s most central works of art, his background and his significance in Norwegian and European Art History.
- improved oral and writing skills in academic English.
Admission to the course
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.
Recommended previous knowledge
Courses on a basic level from bachelor programs such as Aestethics, History of Art or Culture Studies.
Teaching
The course is taught in 2 hour sessions once or twice a week, totaling 28 hours.
The teaching is a combination of lectures and seminars. You are expected to meet prepared for classes and to participate actively.
Additional handouts can be provided to aid the general understanding of the course topic.
Part of the teaching may take place at Museums.
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 examination at KUN2005E is a three day digital home exam.
The length of the assignment should be 6-7 standard pages (2300 characters without spacing, illustrations, notes and reference).
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
- 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
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