Sociology, Globalization Theory, 7.5 credits

Learning outcomes

After completed studies, the student shall be able to

• describe and compare key concepts in literature on globalization processes,
• describe the multifaceted nature of globalization, as well as reason about the causes and effects of globalization, and
• critically examine, analyze, and evalute how various globalization processes affect everyday life and practices among people, organizations, and states.

Content

This course covers how globalization affects everyday life and practices among people, organizations, and states. The course gives an introduction to globalization theories, and offers the student a broad overview of the multiple perspectives in globalization literature. Students discuss both causes and effects of globalization. In seminars and assignments students elaborate on the many facets of globalization: economic, political, technological, cultural, organizational, ecological, and more.

Examinations and grades

Examination I, 3 credits (Code: A001)
Grades used are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

Examination II, 4.5 credits (Code: A002)
Grades used are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

Examination III (Code: A003)
Grades used are Participated (DT).

According to the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 6, Section 18, a grade is to be awarded on the completion of a course, unless otherwise prescribed by the university. The university may determine which grading system is to be used. The grade must be determined by a teacher specifically nominated by the university (the examiner).

In accordance with university regulations on grading systems for first and second-cycle courses and study programmes (Vice-Chancellor’s decision ORU 2018/00929), one of the following grades is to be used: fail (U), pass (G) or pass with distinction (VG). For courses included in an international master’s programme (60 or 120 credits) or offered to the university’s incoming exchange students, the A to F grading scale is to be used. The vice-chancellor, or a person appointed by them, may decide on exceptions from this provision for a specific course, if there are special grounds for doing so.

The grades used on this course are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

Comments on grades

To pass the whole course, at least the grade E is required for each examination. Grades A-E are converted to numbers 5-1. A weighted average mark is then generated based on the module credits of each part of the course. The full course grade is thus the result of a balanced average of the different parts of the course.

Grade A is given when the average mark is at least 4.5.
Grade B is given when the average mark is at least 3.5 but lower than 4.5.
Grade C is given when the average mark is at least 2.5 but lower than 3.5.
Grade D is given when the average mark is at least 1.5 but lower than 2.5.
Grade E is given when the average mark is lower than 1.5.

Examinations using Participated (DT) are not included in the final course grade. However, Participated (DT) are required for a passing grade to be awarded for the full course.

Modes of assessment

Examination I, 3 credits (Code: A001)
Written examination.

Examination II, 4.5 credits (Code: A002)
Written assignment.

Examination III (Code: A003)
Compulsory components in the form of active participation in seminars.

Comments on modes of assessment
Examination deadline
An examination shall be carried out at the time decided by the university. If an examination, which involves that the student can do the assignment in another place than in the university's premises (for example take-home examination), can not be submitted on time, the examiner decides how the examination shall be handled.

Supplementary assignments for a passing grade
The examiner may decide that a student who has not received a passing grade on the examination may submit supplementary assignments instead of taking a re-examination. Supplementary assignments must be carried out according to the teacher’s instructions and submitted to the teacher within two weeks after the student is notified of the failing grade.

Absence from compulsory components of the course
Upon absence from compulsory components, the university's general rules for re-examination apply. If there are special reasons to deviate from the time frame, the examiner decides when the compulsory component should be carried out. However, the examiner can decide that a make-up assignment should be given.

For students with a documented disability, the university may approve applications for adapted or other modes of assessment.

For further information, see the university's local examination regulations.

Specific entry requirements

General entry requirements for university studies.

For further information, see the university's admission regulations.

Other provisions

The course is given in English.

Students who have been admitted to and registered on a course have the right to receive tuition and/or supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course to which they were accepted (see, the university's admission regulations (in Swedish)). After that, the right to receive tuition and/or supervision expires.

Reading list and other learning resources

Required Reading

Bauman, Zygmunt (1998)
Globalization: The human consequence
Blackwell Publishers

Held, David & McGrew, Anthony (2007)
Globalization/Anti-globalization. Beyond the great divide
Cambridge: Polity Press

Lechner, Frank J & Boli, John (2014)
The Globalization Reader
Wiley, 5th edition

Additions and Comments

Articles: approx. 60 pages.