Bachelor in Global Humanities (int)
Introduction to the programme
By drawing on the disciplines of philosophy, cultural studies, development studies, communication studies, media studies, linguistics, literary studies, history, educational studies and psychology, you will explore human experiences as they have emerged as ideas and desires as well as material representations, always approaching these with a critical spirit aimed at furthering our understanding of the world.
Much of our understanding of the humanities has been shaped by the role of the nation in defining how we live and understand the world. Bachelor in Global Humanities explores this but also examine shifting boundaries, hybrid identities and new cultural formations that are emerging as 'global encounters' intensify.
The initial three-semester phase of the programme consists of a number of study elements:
- Coursework within the four dimensions of science and philosophy, text and sign, subjectivity and learning, and history and culture
- Three semester-long group-based projects that integrate the competences gained from the dimension courses
- A series of 'progression' courses aimed at learning skills for project work, tools for humanistic research methodologies and the capacity to work with theory in academic writing
The subsequent three-semesters of the bachelor phase will be based in the subjects Communication Studies, Cultural Encounters and Psychology. You can also combine these subjects with areas from the social sciences; namely International Studies or Business Studies giving you the opportunity to relate your humanities training to broader themes in international relations and business.
NB: The programme was previously called International Bachelor in Humanities
Study environment
The initial three-semester phase of the programme is undertaken in a 'house' of approximately 80 students in which an academic coordinator and a team of academic tutors support students' learning in a shared and dedicated educational space.
Exchange
You will have the opportunity to spend a term at one of the universities with which Roskilde University's humanities area has a student exchange agreement, or you can organize such a stay at another university yourself.
From bachelor to master
A bachelor's degree from Roskilde University will provide access to study a master's programme. Depending on which subject(s) you choose as a part of your bachelor's programme, your degree will provide access to one or more of Roskilde University's master's programmes.
Career
The humanities are essential to societal well-being and progress as well as to the economic development. You can expect to be well-placed for further study at master's level and for careers in the areas of international development and third sector voluntary work, cultural exchange, social fields requiring an awareness of inter-cultural dynamics, and international business relations.
An example of a Study Programme
| 1. year | 2. year | 3. year | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. semester | 2. semester | 3. semester | 4. semester | 5. semester | 6. semester |
| Course Science and Philosophy 5 ECTS |
Course Subjectivity and learning 5 ECTS |
Subject course 1st bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Subject course 1st bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Subject course 2nd bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Elective course 5 ECTS |
| Course Text and Sign 5 ECTS |
Course Culture and History 5 ECTS |
Subject course 2nd bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Subject course 1st bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Subject course 2nd bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Elective course 5 ECTS |
| Course Study Competence and Project Management 5 ECTS |
Course Methodology 5 ECTS |
Course Theory for the Humanities in a global perspective 5 ECTS |
Subject course 1st bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Subject course 2nd bachelor subject 5 ECTS |
Course Knowledge Communication 5 ECTS |
| Project Project Management 15 ECTS |
Project Method 15 ECTS |
Project Theory for the Humanities in a global perspective 15 ECTS |
Project 1st bachelor subject 15 ECTS |
Project 2nd bachelor subject 15 ECTS |
Bachelor project 15 ECTS |
Please note: The table shows an example of a course of study. Courses, projects, internships and studies abroad with credit transfer may vary for each student. See current courses at study.ruc.dk
When creating a niche festival like Heartland Festival, what organizational principles lies behind and what role does culture and taste play when targeting an audience?
How do mixed heritage people negotiate their cultures in defining their identity in relation to their upbringing/parenting in the Danish society?
How are the McDonald’s brand values perceived by university students enrolled in Denmark, Germany and Italy and do they differ?
How do young well-educated people from three different cultures react to media exposure on homosexuality?
How can Apple’s communication strategy influence the discourse in the Apple vs. FBI case?
Subjects and possible combinations
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In the bachelor subject Communication Studies you learn to Identify relevant communication problems, devise a communication plan, produce a communication product and address different approaches to audience target groups.
Communication Studies (int) can be combined with the following subjects:
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The bachelor subject Cultural Encounters focuses on the study of cultural identities and symbolic representational and interpretational forms through an international, cross-cultural and global perspective. It is particularly concerned with problems related to processes where cultural identities and representations interact and are exchanged.
Cultural Encounters (int) can be combined with the following subjects:
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Social Psychology of Everyday Life focuses on social psychology in a global context. It deals with the questions of how humans think and react, why humans think and act as they do, and how they interact with culture and society through their actions.
Social Psychology of Everyday Life (int) can be combined with the following subjects:
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