Swedish History of Ideas
The course is an introduction to some important ideas and thinkers in Swedish history, from Sweden’s position as a great power in the 17th century until the Welfare state in the 20th century. Included are such topics as Linneaus, Swedish conceptions of nature and Strindberg.
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The course is designed to provide an initial orientation of some important themes in Swedish history of ideas from the Early Modern period onwards.
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Course structure
Teaching format
The course is based on a series of lectures or seminars addressing those themes, and on preparatory reading.
Assessment
Course examination is written and/or oral.
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course. -
Course reports
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Contact
Study Councellor History of IdeasAxel ÖstmanStudy Councellor History of Ideas
- Visiting address
House A Room 257
Frescativägen 24E