Artificial intelligence (AI) and institutional capacity

Education facts

Code: SVAP22

Institutional capacity refers to the ability of public institutions to fulfill their mandates, even under pressure. Robust institutions are a prerequisite for a resilient democracy capable of withstanding various forms of threats and challenges. This course examines institutional capacity in relation to artificial intelligence (AI) with a focus on how AI technologies such as algorithmic manipulation, deepfakes, and automated propaganda affect the ability of democratic institutions to manage threats. The course provides an overview of how Swedish public administration has changed over the past twenty years, with particular emphasis on the increasing use of AI technologies. Through an in-depth study of examples such as automated decision-making, the course analyses how these technologies impact key democratic principles such as accountability and transparency, and the consequences for citizen insight and influence.

Entry requirements

At least 90 ECTS credits, with at least 30 ECTS credits at the G2F level or higher, in Political Science or related main areas of study such as Sociology, Psychology, Philosophy, Media and Communication Studies, History, Civics, and Human Geography, including an independent project of at least 15 ECTS credits at the G2E level, and upper secondary level Swedish 3 and English 6 or Swedish level 3 and English level 2, or equivalent

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Artificial intelligence (AI) and institutional capacity

  Karlstad University

  Ortsoberoende

  Start date: 22 February 2027

  End date: 28 March 2027

  Pace of study: 100 %