Behavioural science programme
180 ECTS credits
Education level:
Basic level
Course of study
| Semester 1 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Introduction to social psychologi (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Introduction to sociology (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Introduction to psychology (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Introduction to scientific methods (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 2 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Social Psychological Theory (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Sociological Theory (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Scientific Method Intermediate Level (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Project work in sociology (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 3 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Developmental psychology and personality (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Psychological perspectives on leadership (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Organizations, organizing and project management (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Gender as perspective and gender equality work (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 4 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Digital media, power and everyday life (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Emotions, intimacy and personal life (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Social change with focus on aging and migration (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Place, life conditions and belonging (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 5 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Optional course (Optional) | 30 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
| Semester 6 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Currently under development (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Currently under development (Obligatory) | 7.5 |
| Currently under development (Obligatory) | 15 |
Total ECTS credits:
30
Elective course: Students are free to choose among certain alternative courses, often depending on their choice of specialisation.
Optional course: Students are free to choose any course offered at Karlstad University or at other universities. Courses listed are examples of recommended or frequently chosen courses for a specific programme.