About the course

The course presents current themes in the field of international migration connected to citizenship issues and political incorporation of immigrants and ethnic minorities in receiving societies. Theories of international migration and theories of political integration as well as current issues around migration and citizenship policies and their consequences will be dealt with from various social sciences disciplines. The student will be given a chance to critically read and discuss current research.

This course is offered as part of a programme:

International Migration and Ethnic Relations, Master's Programme (Two-Year)

Course content

Syllabus spring 2024

Earlier syllabuses

Entry requirements and selection

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree in social sciences or humanities + the equivalent of English course B.

Course literature

  • Joppke, C. (2010) Citizenship and Immigration. Cambridge: Polity Press (200 pp) – Required reading
  • Cooper, F. (2018) Citizenship, Inequality and Difference: Historical Perspectives. Princeton: Princeton University.
  • Shachar, A., Bauböck, R., Bloemraad, I. and Vink, M. (eds.) (2017) The Oxford Handbook of Citizenship. Oxford: Oxford University Press – Selected chapters.
  • Journal articles (ca 500 pp).

Additional books, articles and electronic sources will be selected by the individual student for the paper assignment.

Course evaluation

All students are offered an opportunity to give oral or written feedback at the end of the course. A summary of the results will be made available. The students are also given a possibility to offer feedback through the course council.

Contact

For more information about the education:

gpsstudent@mau.se

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