Section outline

  • Note: see the Moodle pages for 4KP400 and 4KP420 for more detailed information about each course, and TimeEdit for the complete schedules.

    Monday, 1 September

    13:00–15:00 Introduction to the programme (M2093 and Zoom)
    In our first meeting, you will get an overview of the entire programme and its foundational ideas. You will be clued into the organisation of courses and the various administrative support systems that facilitate your studies.

    Tuesday, 2 September

    10:15-12:00 4KP400: Course introduction (B2018 and Zoom)
    Introduction to the course "Imperialism and the Making of the Modern World" (4KP400) with course coordinator Preedee Hongsaton, researcher in history. Note: distance students should use the Zoom room on the course Moodle page to join the meeting. 

    13:15-15:00 Concurrences (B2018 and Zoom)
    Prof. Liv Nilsson Stutz, Director of the LNU Centre for Concurrences in Colonial and Postcolonial Studies, a research centre of excellence at LNU, presents the centre and its activities. You will have the opportunity to engage with the Centre's seminars and fellows throughout your time at the university.

    Wednesday, 3 September

    10:15-12:00 4KP420: Course introduction (B2018 and Zoom)
    The course introduction for 4KP420: Criticism and Theory will be held with Neel. The introductory class will discuss what theory is and how to read theoretical texts with discussion and short presentations from the instructor. Note: distance students should use the Zoom room on the course Moodle page to join the meeting. 

    13:15-15:00 SI-Session (B2018 and Zoom)
    Omar Mohamed, MA student in the program from batch 2024 and SI-leader for autumn 2025, will introduce SI.

    Thursday, 4 September

    13:15-14:00 Pedagogical support (B2018 and Zoom)
    Petter Andersson from Student Affairs will present different forms of support for your studies and the Nais platform to apply for support. 

    14:15-15:00 Student Union with Q&A (B2018 and Zoom)
    A representative from the Linnaeus Union will talk about student rights and organisation, and how students can influence their education.

    Friday, 5 September

    10:15-12:00 4KP420: Seminar (F304 and Zoom)
    The first seminar will be held for 4KP420 with Neel. See the course Moodle page for more information. Note: distance students should use the Zoom room on the course Moodle page to join the meeting.