Field studies: cultural encounters and field-specific knowledge

Education facts

Code: REGFA1

The course centres on cultural encounters, cultural clashes and how cultural differences arise in the encounters of minority and majority cultures. Students reflect on their own position in the field and discuss strategies and approaches to handling situations. In preparation of the field study, the course includes literature studies of the geographical area and the specific institutions to visit. The course is particularly suited to students who plan to carry out practical placement or other internships abroad.

Entry requirements

Completed 30 ECTS credits

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.

• Field studies: cultural encounters and field-specific knowledge

  Karlstad University

  Karlstad

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 8 November 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %