DIS Stockholm Catalog, Fall 2018 & Spring 2019

DIS Stockholm FALL 2018 & SPRING 2019 Gender & Sexuality Studies Global Economics International Relations Literature Medical Practice & Policy

Neuroscience Psychology Public Health + Electives across social sciences, humanities, and health sciences

STOCKHOLM as your home, Europe as your classroom

Dear Student, The choice to study abroad is an important one. It certainly was for me. I studied abroad twice and both times, I was nervous about leaving my family, my friends, and my home behind.

Obviously, I was excited to study and live in a new place, but worried that moving to a different country would be too overwhelming for me. Looking back, studying abroad was the best decision I ever made. It gave me the ability to navigate other cultures and the confidence to take on the world.

My personal experience with study abroad is something I use at DIS every single day. It has given me a sense of purpose: to ensure that each student has the opportunity to make the most of their study abroad experience, find new inspiration, discover a new career path, engage, and grow.

DIS is a non-profit study abroad foundation established in Denmark in 1959, with locations in Copenhagen and Stockholm. DIS provides semester, academic year, and summer programs taught in English, and offers high-impact learning experiences for upper-division undergraduate students from distinguished North American colleges and universities. The intellectually challenging curriculum is broad, cutting edge, and enriched by experiential learning components, including faculty-led study tours across Europe. It provides students with opportunities for meaningful cultural engagement and personal growth, which is further enriched through housing and extracurricular offerings.

The faculty and staff share my ambition and we take the ‘study’ in ‘study abroad’ seriously. When you walk into a DIS classroom or go on a study tour, you will sense that commitment! We will give you the opportunity to explore your academic passions in a new cultural context, pursue your research interests, and challenge your perspectives on contemporary and global dilemmas. We want to spark your cultural curiosity and love of learning.

I hope you will join us in Stockholm and make your study abroad experience matter!

Malene Torp Executive Director

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THIS IS DIS Study Abroad at DIS Stockholm Stockholm As Your Home Get Started & Build Your Semester

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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Programs Listed Alphabetically

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ENRICH YOUR ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE Undergraduate Research at DIS Swedish Language & Culture Courses Optional Study Tours

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LIVE, MEET, AND ENGAGE Housing Options Meet the Locals DIScovery Trips

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STOCKHOLM STORIES Finding ‘Holm Away from Home Q&A: Chris and Hanna Videos: See into the Lives of DIS Students

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CALENDAR, FEES, & APPLICATION Key Dates & Application Details Semester Overview Tuition & Fees DIS Partner Institutions Study Tour Destinations Map

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COURSES Course Descriptions Course List by Discipline

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Study Abroad at DIS Stockholm Ignite your love of learning, further your academic achievements, develop intercultural understanding, and acquire life skills essential for engaged citizenship. Discover Europe and meet the unexpected.

Pursue Academic and Personal Goals Choose a core course from eight academic programs and select from over 35 upper-level elective courses. Your freedom of choice extends to your housing, where you apply for living arrangements that best fit you.

Academic Excellence Intellectually stimulating courses challenge you to examine issues from various perspectives, as you debate, research, analyze, and reflect on contemporary topics and burning issues.

Experiential Learning

“Learning from professionals at the top of their field has significantly contributed to my personal growth as a student and understanding of the world.”

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With an emphasis on hands-on learning experiences, you have opportunities to simulate real-life scenarios, make connections, and build your resumé.

Europe as Your Classroom Take your classroom on the road on two course-integrated, faculty-led study tours with your core course! Visit important sites and meet with local experts who add cultural perspectives to your knowledge of the field.

THIS IS DIS

Faculty Who Teach What They Do Most faculty work as professionals in the areas they teach, bringing theory to life by sharing real-world examples in the classroom.

Supportive Environment Academic counseling and personal support resources are available to you during your time abroad, providing you a solid foundation upon which to grow.

Cultural Learning In your courses, you focus on the importance of cultural context and are exposed to how issues are perceived, lived, and theorized in Europe.

It is also your chance to reflect on the cultural norms and values that shape you.

Meet the Locals Living in a Homestay, signing up for a sports team, taking a Swedish Language and Culture course, or attending an evening seminar are among the ways to build your international network and meet the locals.

Make your mark and build your resumĂŠ by pursuing research abroad.

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Watch our DIS Stockholm playlist to see what the study abroad experience is like! youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

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Stockholm As Your Home Study alongside the urbanites of Stockholm, who balance life in a vibrant metropolis with the city’s beautiful and serene surroundings.

Sweden’s Bustling Capital On any given day, find yourself in the midst of a busy crowd of Stockholmers on their way to the day’s next plan. Wander to the old city where the buildings, cobblestones, and narrow streets take you back to Stockholm’s 13th-century beginning.

Explore Effortlessly Comprised of 14 islands and a transit system that travels across waterways, Stockholm is well connected. While some corners are characteristically urban, others are natural landscapes – making your next cross-country ski adventure or kayaking afternoon within easy reach.

A Diverse and Progressive City Sweden prides itself on openness, diversity, and equality. As home to the Nobel Prize, Stockholm is a capital led by forward-looking decision makers, artists, innovators, and scholars.

“DIS is located in one of the nicest neighborhoods of Stockholm, so there are plenty of cafés to fika.

Enjoying fika has allowed me to get to know fellow students, who all share my eagerness to learn from our new city and call it home.”

Callie, Bates College STUDENT BLOGGER

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The Swedes rank among the top three BEST NON-NATIVE ENGLISH SPEAKERS

Stockholm is the CAPITAL OF SWEDEN and the hub for industry, fashion, politics, and research

Stockholm’s natural environment offers an archipelago of 3,000 ISLANDS TO EXPLORE, stretching from the city to the Baltic sea

Commuting in Stockholm is FAST, EFFICIENT, AND SCENIC! 90 of the city’s 100 metro stations are decorated with paintings, sculptures, and mosaics

Sweden is one of the LARGEST EXPORTERS OF MUSIC IN THE WORLD, with decades of incredible success from songwriters and producers

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Get Started & Build Your Semester You can start applying now – even years before you intend to go.

How will you plan your semester abroad?

Start by thinking about:

Visit DISabroad.org/apply to fill out a Get Started form and we will lead you through the best choices for you.

A PROGRAM CORE COURSE with two course-integrated study tours pp. 10-25

ELECTIVE COURSES and OPTIONAL STUDY TOURS pp. 56-57

Our various

HOUSING options pp. 34-35

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MEET AND ENGAGE with the locals pp. 36-37

DISCOVERY TRIPS

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Academic Programs Gender & Sexuality Studies

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Global Economics

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International Relations

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Literature

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Medical Practice & Policy

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Neuroscience

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Psychology

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Public Health

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Gender & Sexuality Studies Well known for its progressive norms and policies, Sweden is a unique place to study the challenges, ideas, and dilemmas within gender, equality, and sexuality.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Explore the implications and challenges of living in a country with the world’s first self-proclaimed feminist government where ‘gender mainstreaming’ policies are highest on the agenda

This program is right for you if you study gender studies, women’s studies, anthropology, sociology, human rights, or if you are interested in how gender norms and identities are constructed.

·· Visit with Swedish families raising their children in a gender-neutral manner and reflect on your own gendered upbringing ·· Travel with your classmates and faculty on course-integrated study tours to examine how constructions of gender and sexuality intersect with ethnicity, race, class, religion, and (dis-)ability in Europe

“We studied first-hand why Sweden is seen as a feminist and LGBTQ utopia, and how they have established this through their political activism.”

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CORE COURSE

Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Sweden is the most gender-equal country in the world, and legalized prostitution, generous parental leave, a high number of women in leadership positions, progressive sex education, and equal rights for homosexuals are among the hallmarks of Scandinavian societies. However, good intentions do not always translate into intended outcomes. With a comparative look to neighboring countries in Europe, explore how concepts of gender, body, sexuality, and race intersect in current debates about changing family structures, children’s rights, and new ethical dilemmas in a changing Scandinavia.

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm

Related Electives ·· Economics of Gender ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Nordic Contemporary Art ·· Scandinavian Crime Fiction ·· Swedish Politics and Society ·· Transgender in Scandinavia See pp. 56-57 to read the full course list with a variety of electives across disciplines!

Why Study Gender Equality in Sweden?

Learn About Transgender Rights in a Swedish Context

·· Sweden is the world’s most gender-equal country with affirmative action policies, a ‘gender-responsive’ national budget, and a firm commitment to LGBTQ rights

In 1972, Sweden became the first country in the world to allow individuals to change gender identity.

Today, the government continues to amend laws and pave the way for other European countries. In the elective course Transgender in Scandinavia, examine the intersection between activism and legislation, and critically consider how they influence ways of thinking about gender identities and rights.

·· Sweden is the first country in the world to replace the term ‘maternity leave’ with ‘parental leave,’ where parents share 480 days between them ·· The gender-neutral pronoun hen is an official word in the Swedish dictionary and is widely used and recognized

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Global Economics Under globalization, nation-states face rapidly shifting challenges in maintaining growth and managing distribution of resources. Analyze outcomes and proposed economic solutions, as people and institutions seek new sustainable ways of living.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Analyze government financing, allocation of funds, management of public finance, and what these mean for economic growth

This program is right for you if you study economics, finance, or are planning a career in government, international development, or the financial sector.

·· Meet with representatives of Swedish government agencies, think tanks, and interest groups to learn about current challenges and the complexity of accommodating multiple stakeholders’ interest in the economy ·· Travel with DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to visit key banks in Europe and meet with professional economists, giving you first-hand insight into the European economic landscape

“A government’s role in the economy is always a matter of considerable debate.

How does Sweden provide so many public services, and does this high level of engagement cause inefficiency or foster growth and innovation?”

Jim Breen, DIS faculty member

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CORE COURSE

Public Finance: European Perspectives Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Explore the role of public institutions in the economies of advanced industrialized countries, taking a comparative look at a variety of systems for public services with respect to taxation, social benefits, unemployment, health care, public pension schemes, parental leave, childcare, and education. We consider a variety of microeconomic tools, using these to analyze current policy debates in Scandinavia.

Week-Long Study Tour: Frankfurt-Strasbourg Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm Prerequisites: One course each in macro- and microeconomics, and one course in either intermediate or advanced microeconomics, all at university level.

Related Electives ·· Economics of Gender ·· Economics of Global Monetary Policies and Capital Flows ·· History of Sweden in Europe and the World ·· Psychology of Political Behavior ·· Swedish Politics and Society See pp. 56-57 to read the full course list with a variety of electives across disciplines!

Economic Development in the World’s First Feminist Government Gender equality is central to the Swedish government’s priorities in decision-making and resource allocation. Enroll in Economics of Gender to investigate the costs and implications of gender (in-)equality in the economy, and whether the variety of public policy measures work.

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International Relations How are security threats defined and responded to in a changing Europe?

Explore the complexity of European security and intelligence dilemmas.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Meet with academic and military experts, as well as politicians to discuss how current incidents and events are framed in a security discourse

This program is right for you if you study international relations, political science, global studies, or are interested in understanding how a changing Europe responds to a wide range of security threats.

·· Participate in a simulation game as a European decision maker, and gain hands-on experience in interpreting complex intelligence as you formulate responses to acute security threats

·· Travel with your class and faculty on course-integrated study tours to gain in-depth knowledge by meeting with security analysts and policymakers

“Sweden provides an ideal environment for exploring the security challenges confronting modern Europe, given its deep commitment to consensus politics, 100 years of neutrality, the emergent threat of cyberwarfare, and other factors that reveal the vulnerability of the free and democratic society.”

Steve Turner, DIS faculty member

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CORE COURSE

European Security Dilemmas and Intelligence Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Europe is under pressure and what constitutes a security threat is changing, too: a larger Russian presence in the region and increased risk of terrorism, but also fundamentalist and right-wing tendencies, the risk of pandemics, cyberterrorism, and European governments struggling to respond in unison to increasing numbers of refugees. Drawing on European schools of thought within international security studies, this course explores current intelligence and security dilemmas in Europe.

Week-Long Study Tour: Berlin Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm Prerequisite: An international relations or political science course at university level.

Related Electives ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· History of Sweden in Europe and the World ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Psychology of Political Behavior ·· Swedish Politics and Society ·· Terrorism and Anti-Terrorism See pp. 56-57 to read the full course list with a variety of electives across disciplines!

Learn About Swedish Politics How does the political system work, and how does it reflect and reshape Swedish society?

Take Swedish Politics and Society to explore the basis of Swedish political culture and national identity with a special focus on the welfare state, immigration and multiculturalism, and the challenges from right-wing populism.

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Literature Interpret the role of the Other in European literature. This program invites you to join discussions on contemporary issues of identity, marginalization, and the idea of the foreigner, and their thematic and ideological implications for narrative.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Meet with European contemporary authors and scholars, and build the analytical framework to articulate your own critical voice

This program is right for you if you study literature, English, or related disciplines, or share a passion for Nordic and European literature.

·· Develop skills necessary to analyze and deconstruct the underlying assumptions in works of literature, and consider the historic and social contexts in which texts were written ·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to explore British literature from a postcolonial perspective

“Globalization, migrant politics, gender identity, and cultural diversity all raise key questions and are essential to the discussion of our future societies. It is important to debate these questions, and to trace their roots through literary and critical studies.”

Jan Holmgaard, Ph.D., DIS faculty member

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Imagining the Other in European Literature Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Examine how Otherness has been imagined and depicted in Nordic and European literature.

Through questioning the underlying assumptions in European literature, explore the processes of constructing and representing the Other in terms of race, gender, culture, social class, sexual orientation, religion, and nationality.

Week-Long Study Tour: London-Oxford Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm

Related Electives ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· History of Sweden in Europe and the World ·· Scandinavian Crime Fiction ·· Storytelling Lab: How Narrative Works ·· Songwriting Workshop: Swedish Pop Music ·· Vikings, The ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography See pp. 56-57 to read the full course list with a variety of electives across disciplines!

Discover the Layers of Scandinavian Crime Fiction Since the publication of Stieg Larsson’s The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Scandinavian crime fiction tradition has taken the world by storm.

Become a perceptive reader of crime fiction, exploring concepts such as national identity, the environment, and gender by enrolling in the Scandinavian Crime Fiction elective course.

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Medical Practice & Policy Engage in a unique pre-medical experience by learning from Swedish medical doctors and researchers, focusing on how research translates into medical practices, and how patient data translates back into research.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Explore case studies that bridge research and clinical breakthroughs within acute and chronic diseases, and investigate how diagnostic tools and treatment strategies are developed through the dynamic relationships between clinicians, physicians, and scientists

This program is right for you if you have an interest in medicine and science and are considering a medical and graduate degree in the health sciences.

·· Perform physical examinations and procedures on medical phantoms, such as blood drawing, I.V. entry, and suturing at clinical training centers in Stockholm ·· Travel with DIS on course-integrated study tours to visit clinical and diagnostic hospital departments and research institutions, and gain insight into clinical practices, translational research, and the lives of research doctors

“Seeing aspects of health care – business, research, public health – has expanded my understanding of medicine. Next time I see my doctor, I’ll have a greater appreciation for all the work that happens behind the scenes that allows him to do his job.”

Salmaan, University of Illinois at Chicago STUDENT BLOGGER

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CORE COURSE

Translational Medicine: From Bench to Bedside Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

This course has an emphasis on the dynamic relationship between laboratory research and bedside application with the purpose of providing optimal patient therapies. Gain insight into state-of-the-art research and interact with medical doctors who specialize in selected acute and chronic diseases.

Week-Long Study Tour: London Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Note: Please be aware that this course does not provide medical training corresponding to that of medical students and does not include shadowing of doctors or physical examination of patients.

Related Electives ·· Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies ·· Immunology and Infectious Diseases ·· Medical Ethics ·· Neurodegenerative Diseases ·· Public Health Policy in Practice ·· Research Assistant ·· Science Research Practicum ·· Tumor Biology and Oncology See pp. 56-57 to read the full course list with a variety of electives across disciplines!

Examine Tumor Formation Learn about the clinical aspects of different types of cancer, diagnostic procedures, and specific therapies in the Tumor Biology and Oncology elective course.

Explore the Human Immune System Enroll in Immunology and Infectious Diseases to study the human body’s defense. Learn how the immune system fights infection, why immune responses can fail, and ultimately, how diseases develop.

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Neuroscience As humans, emotions are intrinsic to our socialization, and influence our cognition and behavior. Study and research the underlying neural networks linked to the experience, understanding, and expression of emotions.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Through classwork and the assosiated research lab, expand your understanding of the functioning of the brain and which mechanisms are relevant for the interaction of emotion, cognition, and behavior

This program is right for you if you study neuroscience, psychology, or health science, and are considering a profession in the interdisciplinary field of neuroscience.

·· Travel with DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours in Sweden and Paris to meet with leading neuroscience researchers and practitioners ·· Engage in real-world settings and gain exposure to cognitive and affective neuroscience by visiting labs, practitioners, and institutes in the Stockholm area

“Affective neuroscience is an expanding field, as emotions are a complex area of human functioning. You get to delve right into these developments not only through class work, but also by conducting research in the lab.”

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Affective Neuroscience: Emotion, Cognition, and Behavior + Lab Fall/Spring, 6 Credits (3-Credit Course + 3-Credit Lab)

This course applies findings from the interdisciplinary field of neuroscience and the psychological study of personality, cognition, and emotion to understand the interplay between human emotions, cognitive processes and their neural networks. Basic, complex, and social emotions are explored from the perspective of the subjective experience of emotion, non-conscious processes, and how emotions are interpreted, expressed or regulated.

Week-Long Study Tour: Paris Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm Prerequisite: One semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level.

Corequisite: Affective Neuroscience Research Lab

Related Electives ·· Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence ·· Medical Ethics ·· Neurodegenerative Diseases ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood ·· Psychology of Loneliness ·· Science Research Practicum See pp. 56-57 to read the full course list with a variety of electives across disciplines!

Loneliness through the Lifespan What is loneliness and what causes it?

Is it the nature of our human condition?

Using cases and considering current research, investigate the construct of loneliness and consider its relationship to well-being in the Psychology of Loneliness elective course.

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Psychology Critically examine psychological theory, research, and practice with an emphasis on application in a Swedish and European perspective.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· See real-world examples of how forensic or positive psychology is applied and practiced in Sweden by hearing from guest lecturers and going on field studies to local organizations

This program is right for you if you study psychology, human development, social policy, organizational behavior, criminology, or criminal justice.

·· Study assessment and treatment using psychological theory, research, and case materials ·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours regionally and across Europe, where you meet and discuss central themes with key researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and experts

“Each organization we visited in Sweden was unique, showing a more humane approach to helping people’s needs, and working towards preventing people from re-offending, not simply punishing them.”

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CORE COURSE OPTIONS Forensic Psychology Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

What makes people commit crime? Are there gender differences? What is the role of perception? How are assessments and interventions conducted with those convicted of a serious crime, or those who have been the victim of a crime?

Explore forensic psychology from individual to societal levels, with critical analysis and examples from a European perspective. Selected topics include cognitive, emotional, social, and neuropsychological approaches to the nature and treatment of criminal behavior.

Week-Long Study Tour: Scotland Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm Prerequisites: A psychology course at university level.

Positive Psychology Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Through theory, research, and application, examine the psychology of well-being with its possibilities and limitations, focusing on topics such as positive emotions, character strengths, mindfulness, resilience, and post-traumatic growth.

Week-Long Study Tour: Greece Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm Prerequisites: A psychology course at university level.

Related Electives ·· Developing Brain: From Childhood to Adolescence ·· Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood ·· Psychology of Loneliness ·· Psychology of Political Behavior ·· Scandinavian Crime Fiction

See pp. 56-57 to read the full course list with a variety of electives across disciplines!

Political Polarization and Fake News How do psychological mechanisms affect political reasoning and behavior?

In the age of persuasion, fake news, political polarization, extremism, and nationalism, discuss political psychology theory and research in the Psychology of Political Behavior elective course.

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Public Health In Sweden and across Europe, the complex relationship between migration and existing healthcare structures is an ongoing challenge. Through contemporary case studies, investigate migrants’ health needs and evaluate their access to care.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

STUDENT PROFILE

·· Analyze the challenges and opportunities that migration presents to the Swedish healthcare system

This program is right for you if you study public health, global health, political science, sociology, or a similar discipline, or wish to pursue a future career in international health organizations.

·· Travel with your classmates and DIS faculty on course-integrated study tours to compare and contrast Swedish and European approaches to migration and health ·· Engage in debates on the burning issues surrounding integration of asylum seekers, refugees, and other migrant groups and its impact on health care and other social services in Europe

“Sweden has a long-standing reputation for welcoming migrants. By focusing on public health and migration, we are combining Swedish and international perspectives to support your global outlook and understanding of migration and its relation to the public health field.”

Rachel Irwin, Ph.D., DIS faculty member

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Public Health and Migration Fall/Spring, 3 Credits

Migrants, including refugees, asylum seekers, and economic migrants, are voluntarily or involuntarily moving to new locations, such as Sweden. This course addresses the health status and care needs, as well as the legal, financial, political, and cultural barriers to accessing treatment faced by the migrant population.

Week-Long Study Tour: Geneva Core Course Week: Study tour within Sweden + a two-day seminar in Stockholm

Related Electives ·· Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Medical Ethics ·· Public Health Policy in Practice ·· Swedish Politics and Society See pp. 56-57 to read the full course list with a variety of electives across disciplines!

Explore the Health Status of the Swedish Population How can epidemiologic data and research contribute to improving public health?

Investigate this and more in the Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies elective course, focusing on the central concepts of epidemiology and the unique resources that Swedish health registers represent in research.

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“Working with my DIS faculty supervisor on my research project allowed me to combine a gender studies perspective with my core academic interests in special data analysis. The Gender Studies Program also gave me an internationally informed perspective on the field.�

Anna, Barnard College

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Enrich Your Academic Experience Undergraduate 28 Research at DIS Swedish Language 30 and Culture Courses Optional Study Tours 32

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Engage in Undergraduate Research – Four ways to make your mark Are you academically ambitious, curious to explore an area of interest in depth, and eager to be a part of a passionate research community?

Take advantage of these opportunities offered at DIS. No matter which field you are in, experience in conducting research internationally gives you a competitive edge when applying for graduate school and future careers.

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Become a Research Assistant Fall & Spring, 3 Credits

Join an ongoing research project carried out by a DIS faculty member. As a research assistant, you collaborate closely with your mentor. By the end of your semester, you will grasp the complexities of the research process.

The projects range across disciplines, such as psychology, humanities, gender studies, health sciences, and human rights.

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Join a Professional Research Group Fall & Spring, 6 Credits

Advance your knowledge within the natural and health sciences in the Science Research Practicum. Matched with a Stockholm-based research institution and a mentor, you participate in existing research where you develop your clinical and laboratory skills.

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Drive an Independent Research Project Fall & Spring, 3 Credits

Conduct your own research while in Stockholm. Under the guidance of a DIS faculty member, use Stockholm as a unique source for your work.

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Enroll in a Research Lab Fall & Spring, 3 Credits

In the Affective Neuroscience Research Lab, design, develop, and carry out an experimental study with fellow classmates.

Flip to the Neuroscience Program (p. 20) to read more about this core course and lab.

Why Partake in These Opportunities? ·· Be a part of a passionate community of students and faculty ·· Engage in real research with experts in their field and learn about the research process from them ·· Collect material for your capstone project or senior thesis ·· Present your work and get feedback ·· Build your resumé with international research experience

DIS Research Travel Grant If your investigation of a topic takes you outside of the city, you can apply for a DIS European travel grant.

More Info Online These opportunites are for you whether you have prior research experience or if this is your first endeavor.

Read expanded information on these options and apply at disabroad.org/sth-research

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Swedish Language and Culture Courses Enhance your experience abroad, learn how to navigate cultural contexts, and gain the tools to better understand Sweden’s people, history, and traditions.

Enrich Your Experience Learning Swedish opens doors to understanding the nuances of the local culture and its people. By exploring Swedish history, literature, film, art, and contemporary topics, you gain a larger perspective and confidence to navigate cross-cultural discussions with your Homestay, Visiting Host, friends, and locals.

Apply Your Swedish to Real-World Contexts

“Learning a language isn’t about acing a vocab quiz. It’s being able to fully live in a culture and understand things as if you were a Swede, not an American looking in.”

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Master your pronunciation of Å, Ä, and Ö! Enjoy walking out of class to a nearby café for fika with friends, and celebrate your personal victory when you can order your coffee and kanelbulle in Swedish.

Get Out of the Classroom on Field Studies Examples of field studies in Stockholm: ·· A Café Night that introduces you to the Swedish concept of mysig (coziness) ·· A visit to some of Stockholm’s magficient museums ·· A historical tour of Kungliga Slottet (The Royal Palace) ·· Participate in one of Stockholm’s festivals of lights, All Saints’ Night or Walpurgis Night

ENRICH YOUR ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

Course Options We offer courses for beginners and students who have previously taken Swedish: ·· Swedish Language and Culture: Level I (3 Credits) ·· Swedish Language and Culture: Level I-II (6 Credits) ·· Swedish: Intermediate Level for Scandinavian Language Speakers (3 Credits)

Practice Your Swedish in Your Homestay Try out new words and expressions over dinner with members of your Homestay. They will be able to explain historical and cultural topics that you cover in class from their perspective – giving you a broader understanding of what it is like to live in Sweden.

Watch a video about the Swedish Language and Culture courses! youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

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Optional Study Tours Europe As Your Classroom Study tours are among the most popular and unique aspects of the semester.

Why not travel on another one?

Optional Study Tours are connected to a 1-credit elective course, where you delve into a topic in the classroom before traveling to a European destination.

With a DIS faculty member leading the study tour, you will be inspired by their knowledge and passion. Your studies come to life with visits to various museums, sites, and exhibitions.

Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial Fall & Spring, 1 Credit

Take a meaningful journey to Poland to visit sites of the Nazi oppression and examine the implications of the Holocaust on past and present day.

“Prior to our study tour, our class became very close through discussions and readings– and this bond was strengthened when we traveled together to see the sites we had studied. I will never forget the impact that Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial had on me.”

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Impressionism in Paris Fall & Spring, 1 Credit

Marvel at the masterpieces and meander along the boulevards to discover why Paris was the heart of the Impressionism movement.

More Info Online While Program Study Tours are included in the DIS tuition, Optional Study Tours come at an additional fee. However, they are significantly subsidized by DIS to lower the cost for you, and in many cases, cost less than what you would spend traveling independently.

Visit DISabroad.org/sth-optional to read more about these tours and click through to their corequisite courses and syllabi

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Housing Options Where you live is one of the most important aspects of your learning experience abroad. DIS offers you several varied housing options, allowing you to live in an environment that best fits you.

Homestay Highly recommended by DIS alumni!

Be a part of an intercultural exchange by living with local hosts, sharing daily routines, and spending time together at meals and through activities.

Studentboende Commute Like a Local Watch the At Home with Homestays: Commuting with Reed video to see what it’s like to get to and from your housing. youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS

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Live alongside local and DIS students in a studentboende – a student residence hall. You must be independent and ready to knock on your neighbor’s door to make connections!

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Residential Community Get to know other DIS students and create a community together. While living at a Residential Community, think about how you will take initiative in meeting locals outside of your housing.

Living & Learning Community Within themed housing choices, pursue a shared interest alongside other like-minded DIS students and interact in a meaningful way with the local community.

Communities include Outdoor Adventure and Music.

“Arrive as a stranger, live as a native, and find ditt andra hem (your second home). Living in a Homestay might just be one of the most rewarding parts of your study abroad experience.�

Caleigh, Colorado College

More Info Online Where you live will hopefully form the basis for rich cultural and social interaction during your time in Sweden. Familiarize yourself with our housing options and what they offer: Visit DISabroad.org/sth-housing to see our most updated list of options and find detailed information

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Meet the Locals Exchange perspectives with locals, form friendships, speak some Swedish, and end the semester calling Stockholm a second home.

By going the extra mile and building your network abroad, you open up possibilities for an international career after graduation.

Visiting Host If you are not living in a Homestay, sign up for a Visiting Host! Share your own culture, and get to know traditions, viewpoints, and values of Stockholmers.

Swedish Language and Culture Courses Highly recommended by DIS alumni! 80% of students take this course.

Gain knowledge of Swedish language to contextualize your understanding of the local culture, your surroundings, and lifestyles of Stockholm.

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Local Sports Teams Join a team with a student sports association, and get connected to a group of people you may not otherwise meet.

“From the moment I stepped off the plane, I knew I was going to make Stockholm my home away from home.

I knew I would try new experiences that I would have never dreamed of doing in the States.�

Chris, Lafayette College STUDENT BLOGGER

Evening Seminars Broaden your perspectives by spending an evening at a panel or debate, where you discuss burning issues with DIS faculty, professionals, and guest lecturers.

Interact with Local Students DIS is located under the same roof as the Royal College of Music. Meet local students in shared lounge areas and watch musical concerts throughout your week.

More Info Online Visit DISabroad.org/sth-engage for detailed information about ways to meet the locals

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DIScovery Trips Off the Beaten Path Journey outside of Europe’s well-trodden cities and experience a destination that you might not otherwise discover. Full of activities and challenges, DIScovery Trips allow you to explore an interest, try something new, and just have fun!

Swedish Island Adventure Explore Gotland on foot and by bike. From rocky outcroppings to sandy beaches, and medieval history dating back to 900 AD, Sweden’s largest island offers an experience for everyone.

Czech Trek Travel to the ‘Bohemian Paradise,’ where you have the unique opportunity to rock climb, cave-crawl, zip-line, and explore nature.

Transylvanian Trails: Hiking Romania’s Carpathians Trek your way through the wilds of Transylvania, where the medieval towns, ancient castles, rustic villages, and jagged mountains seem frozen in time.

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Arctic Excursion Head north of the Arctic Circle for outdoor activities, a visit to a Sami village, and reindeer sightings.

Swedish Camping Safari Southern France: Culinary Exploration

Pull on your boots and head to the backwoods of central Sweden, where you will chase sightings of Swedish beaver and moose, while developing wilderness skills.

Indulge in a gastronomic journey to Southern France, one of the world’s most exciting regions for food and wine.

Explore the Norway Fjords Kayak, trek, and bike your way past sheer cliffs and roaring waterfalls on an expedition to Norway’s western fjord region.

More Info Online DIScovery Trips come at an additional fee, however, they are subsidized by DIS to lower the cost for you. In many cases, these trips cost less than what you would spend traveling independently.

Visit DISabroad.org/sth-discovery to read detailed information about each trip

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“Open yourself up. Let go of preconceived notions and habits you have. Living a Swedish lifestyle within a Swedish family is a once in a lifetime opportunity and it will be most rewarding if you can totally embrace it.”

Keenan, Skidmore College STUDENT BLOGGER

Finding ‘Holm Away From Home How do DIS students discover Stockholm during the semester?

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Adventures in the Archipelago “On a weekend trip with my Homestay hosts to the Archipelago, we hiked, sailed along the coast, and spent the night in cabins. It was really refreshing to spend a weekend in nature and away from the hustle and bustle of the city.”

Mimi, Middlebury College

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Experiencing a Gender-Neutral Kindergarten “My Visting Hosts’ kids go to a gender-neutral kindergarten, where the teachers break down boundaries and stereotypes by altering their language, activities, book selection, and more. I knew Sweden was progressive, but talking to the teachers and seeing the classrooms really put this in perspective.”

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Loppisar in Stockholm “One Saturday we stumbled upon a loppis (meaning ‘fleamarket’), a popular concept in Stockholm. Sweden is known for their fashion, and I was excited to talk to young locals selling their clothes. It was an unexpected, yet great way to connect with Stockholmers.”

Alison, Elon University

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“One afternoon, my Homestay hosts and I hiked through the woods to a lake for a campfire. As the sun set, we roasted sausages and drank coffee, reflecting on the journey we’d had together over the past months.”

Keenan, Skidmore College

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Bonding in the Swedish Wilderness

A Sunny City Day “Walking around Södermalm one sunny weekend, I saw Stockholmers sprawled against buildings, soaking up the sun – and I found myself doing the exact same thing the next day! The winters are dark, so the minute there is a hint of sunlight everyone goes outside, no matter how cold it is.”

Catarina, Swarthmore College

An Unexpected Exchange “On my third night in Stockholm, I went for a walk and my phone died.

Fortunately, I ran into an elderly man walking his dog. As he walked me to the nearest Tunnelbanan station, we talked about American politics and Swedish culture. After that experience, I knew that Stockholm was going to be a special place.”

Noah, Georgetown University

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Camping with the Outdoor Living & Learning Community “Watching the evening sun descend below the trees with the sound of laughter at the campfire behind me, I felt truly at home while camping with friends in southern Sweden.”

Kenzie, University of Utah

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Q &A

Meet Chris Lafayette College Known for its beautiful nature and wildlife, Djurgården is Chris’ go-to city spot to reflect on upcoming assignments and plans.

What is one Swedish concept you will take home with you?

Throughout the plethora of Swedish concepts that I have picked up, the one that I will carry forward is lagom. Meaning “not too much, not too little,” lagom helps me find balance when school, life, or work get too stressful. When applying to graduate school or within my summer internship, it will be awesome to take this with me.

Tell us about one person who made an impact on you during your semester.

My Storytelling Lab: How Narrative Works instructor has made the classroom environment one that will be difficult to leave at the end of the semester. Conversations with him are always insightful and aid in getting closer to Swedish society.

What were the first three words you learned in Swedish?

1. Hej - Hello 2. Tack - Thanks 3. Ursäkta - Pardon/Excuse me

What was your favorite course and why?

My core course, Positive Psychology. My end goal is to work in a field that incorporates organizational development, and positive psychology fits perfectly within this. Looking at an individual’s strengths and the concept of ‘flourishing’ can really aid in the psychological realm of the workplace.

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Share one piece of advice you would give to a future student.

What is one thing you wish you had known before studying abroad?

BE ABROAD! Really embody and accept this opportunity. Instead of FaceTiming friends back home, engage with the culture that Stockholm has to offer and make the effort. There are only about 120 days in a semester abroad, so get out there and make every one better than the next.

That the fear of missing out on experiences at my home university would be quelled as soon as I moved to Stockholm. This truly held me back from studying abroad initially. However, as soon as I arrived in Sweden, I did not think about it. I’ve created new connections and made my own experiences on this side of the pond.

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Meet Hanna Haverford College When not in class, Hanna enjoys walking around Stockholm taking snapshots of the city.

Tell us about one person who made an impact on you during your semester abroad.

My host mom. From day one, she helped make my experience in Stockholm as comfortable as possible. She treated me as a young adult, allowing me and encouraging me to explore the city on my own and to have my own fun. She may not know this, but I value my Homestay experience so much and the family made such a deep impact on me.

Where is the first place you would take a friend in Stockholm?

To Gustavsberg, about 22 kilometers east of Stockholm city. There, you will find Artipelag, a contemporary art and cultural center with an amazing view of the water and archipelago. A boardwalk by the water winds through the woods and ends up at the main building; I love that view and it’s a great place to show off Sweden’s nature.

Which three words describe your experience?

Exciting… to be on a new continent for the first time and explore different cities and countries. I love learning about the politics, society, and culture of each place I visit.

Nerve-wracking. There’s a lot of anxiety that comes with traveling and being in a new place. I’ve never been pushed outside of my comfort zone so much. Being constantly on the move takes a huge mental toll and I definitely struggled sometimes with just feeling comfortable within my own self.

Revealing. In response to being pushed outside of my comfort zone, I learned a lot about my own needs and my mental state and character.

To live like a local, one should

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Commute to school using public transportation and enjoy a chokladboll and a cappuccino for a fikapaus (mid-day break to take a moment of mental and physical rest from work/class) with friends. Have yogurt and muesli for breakfast, an open-faced sandwich for a snack, and drink berry soup when feeling under the weather.

“Take the time to discover what you like to do and what you need to feel comfortable in a new city.”

Hanna, Haverford College STUDENT BLOGGER

Share one piece of advice you would give to a future student.

Be open and flexible to what may happen while abroad. It’s cliché to say not to have any expectations, but just be open-minded, that a strict regimen may not fit your actual time abroad. It’s okay to do what you want; take the time to discover what you like to do and what you need to feel comfortable in a new city. Don’t feel pressured to follow what others are doing. If you want to do something completely different, do it!

What’s your favorite Swedish meal?

Heart-flower shaped waffles topped with homemade whipped cream and fruit marmalade.

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Videos: See Into the Lives of DIS Students Put yourself in the shoes of a student living and studying in Stockholm.

Each experience is different and individual; watch these videos on youtube.com/StudyAbroadDIS to inspire your time abroad.

Follow Reed Reed gave us a look into a typical day in his life, where he created a close bond with his Swedish hosts.

Quick Facts: ·· ·· ·· ··

Attends Bates College Enrolled in the Medical Practice & Policy Program Lived in nearby suburb with his Homestay Played and coached soccer with his host sibling’s local team Watch: Day in the Life of Reed Mszar

“Every week, I look forward to conversations with my host brother and his soccer teammates. We’ve covered topics such as favorite NFL teams, American politics, Swedish health care, NASA, and much more.”

Reed, Bates College STUDENT BLOGGER

Follow Sarah Sarah invited us into her semester including two study tours, classes, and explorations in Sweden.

Quick Facts: ·· ·· ·· ··

Attends Wellesley College Enrolled in the Forensic Psychology Program Lived in the Outdoor Adventure Living & Learning Community Took a Swedish Language and Culture elective course Watch: Semester in the Life of Sarah Legried

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Key Dates & Application Details Application Information To be a successful applicant, you must demonstrate a strong academic record, clear motivation to study abroad, and solid reasoning for your program choice and why the DIS model is right for your study abroad goals.

Eligibility and admission process may vary based on your home institution.

Admission Criteria ·· Good academic and disciplinary standing at a four-year college or university in the United States or Canada, typically with at least three semesters completed at time of application ·· Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 ·· Course prerequisites as applicable ·· Academically compelling reason why DIS is a good fit for you ·· Self-reliance and maturity necessary to obtain the benefits of studying abroad ·· Genuine interest in cultural engagement ·· Willingness and ability to embrace the challenges of studying abroad

Apply Early!

DIS often reaches capacity before published deadlines on our website.

DIS reserves the right to reject an applicant or registrant for any reason.

In waitlist situations, DIS favors applicants from partner institutions.

Visit DISabroad.org/apply to get started and we’ll direct you from there.

Opportunities to Visit DIS for U.S. Faculty & Advisors International Educators Workshop Workshop based in Copenhagen with a built-in optional daytrip to DIS Stockholm

Key Semester Dates For full semester calendar details, including study tour and break dates, refer to: DISabroad.org/sth-calendar

Fall 2018

Fall 2017: Oct 23-27 Fall 2018: Oct 22-26

Spring 2019

Workshop based in Stockholm with a built-in optional daytrip to DIS Copenhagen Spring 2018: Apr 23-27

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Arrival Day (Note: If leaving from the U.S. for Sweden, you must depart the U.S. the day prior.)

January 12

International Educators Conference DIS Copenhagen & Stockholm

December 14

Last Day of the Semester (Note: this is the earliest day you can depart)

May 11

Six-day conference split between both DIS locations Summer 2019: June 23-28

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May 12

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Semester Overview

Arrival Day DIS airport pick-up & move into housing

Arrival Workshop

Semester Begins

Four days including the Opening Ceremony, DIScover Stockholm (interactive walking tour), workshops, and an event introducing you to local clubs and activities

Courses will run for the next four months.

Core Course Week

Travel Week 1

Focus on just your core course this week, with a faculty-led three-day study tour in Sweden, and a two-day seminar in Stockholm

Travel on your faculty-led Program Study Tour, enjoy a week in Stockholm, or travel on your own

Travel Week 2 Travel on your faculty-led Program Study Tour, enjoy a week in Stockholm, or travel on your own

Study Break Use this half-week break to catch up on your studies, enjoy Stockholm, or travel with DIS on Optional Study Tours and DIScovery Trips

End of Semester Showcase Presentations, exhibits, and final exams are scheduled over the last week of the semester

Departure Head home or stay on for the following semester, or extend for a summer session!

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Tuition & Fees DIS Tuition & Fees Comprehensive Tuition Fee:

Semester $19,800 USD

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Program Study Tours (two per semester)

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Course reading materials and textbook rental

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Course-integrated field studies and guest lectures

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Final Grade Report

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Academic administration, advising, and support

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Local transportation between DIS and your housing

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Meals or partial food stipend (see website for details)

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Laundry facilities and/or allowance

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Various cultural and social events

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Group pick-up at airport on Arrival Day

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Pre-departure support

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Visa advice and assistance

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Medical, accident, and liability insurance

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Comprehensive health and safety services, including 24-hour emergency support

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Housing & Student Affairs advising and support

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Total: $26,025 USD

Extend and Save If you wish to spend a full year with DIS, we offer a discount to study a second semester in Copenhagen.

If you are a spring student, why not stay for a summer session (or three) to explore new courses. Mix sessions at our DIS Copenhagen location and receive a discount!

See DISabroad.org/discounts for details.

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DIS Scholarship Funds DIS is committed to supporting students with limited financial resources and from diverse backgrounds through scholarships. We also offer several merit-based awards each year.

Visit DISabroad.org/scholarships to read more and apply.

No Hidden Costs DIS prides itself on transparent, comprehensive fees with no hidden costs. As a non-profit organization, it is DIS policy to keep the price as low as possible, while incorporating several extra essentials into the cost such as your Program Study Tours, course reading materials and textbooks, meals or partial food stipend, and local transportation.

Once published here, our fees are guaranteed not to change.

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DIS Partner Institutions DIS works in partnership with the following colleges and universities. Not all institutions approve all DIS programs/locations.

KANSAS Kansas State University University of Kansas

Students from other North American colleges and universities are welcome to apply.

KENTUCKY Transylvania University University of Kentucky

For more information on DIS partner institutions, and resources for U.S. Faculty and Advisors, visit DISabroad.org/faculty-advisors.

LOUISIANA Tulane University

ARIZONA University of Arizona

MAINE Bates College Bowdoin College Colby College

ARKANSAS University of Arkansas CALIFORNIA Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo California Lutheran University California State University System Claremont McKenna College NewSchool of Architecture & Design Occidental College Point Loma Nazarene University Pomona College Santa Clara University Scripps College University of California, Berkeley University of California, San Diego University of Redlands University of San Francisco Whittier College COLORADO Colorado College Colorado State University University of Colorado Boulder University of Denver CONNECTICUT Connecticut College Trinity College University of Connecticut Wesleyan University Yale University DELAWARE University of Delaware

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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA American University George Washington University Georgetown University Howard University FLORIDA Lynn University University of Florida GEORGIA Emory University Spelman College University of Georgia HAWAII University of Hawaii at Manoa ILLINOIS Bradley University Illinois Wesleyan University Knox College Lake Forest College Northwestern University University of Illinois at Chicago University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign INDIANA Ball State University DePauw University Indiana University Purdue University University of Notre Dame IOWA Grinnell College Iowa State University Luther College

MARYLAND Goucher College Johns Hopkins University Loyola University Maryland Maryland Institute, College of Art University of Maryland, Baltimore County University of Maryland, College Park MASSACHUSETTS Amherst College Babson College Brandeis University Endicott College Harvard University Mount Holyoke College Olin College of Engineering Simmons College Smith College Stonehill College Tufts University University of Massachusetts, Amherst Wellesley College Wheaton College Williams College MICHIGAN Central Michigan University Kalamazoo College University of Michigan MINNESOTA Augsburg College Carleton College Gustavus Adolphus College Macalester College

MISSOURI Drury University Park University University of Missouri - Columbia Washington University in St. Louis MONTANA Montana State University - Bozeman NEW HAMPSHIRE University of New Hampshire NEW JERSEY Ramapo College of New Jersey NEW YORK Alfred University Barnard College Colgate University College of Staten Island, CUNY Columbia University Cornell University Fordham University Hamilton College Hobart and William Smith Colleges Pratt Institute Rochester Institute of Technology Saint Lawrence University Sarah Lawrence College Siena College Skidmore College Syracuse University University at Albany, SUNY University of Rochester Vassar College NORTH CAROLINA Duke University Elon University Meredith College North Carolina State University University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University of North Carolina at Charlotte Wake Forest University Wingate University

OHIO Case Western Reserve University College of Wooster Denison University John Carroll University Kenyon College Miami University Oberlin College Ohio State University Wittenberg University OKLAHOMA University of Tulsa OREGON Portland State University University of Oregon PENNSYLVANIA Bryn Mawr College Bucknell University Carnegie Mellon University Dickinson College Franklin and Marshall College Gettysburg College Haverford College Lafayette College Lehigh University Muhlenberg College Pennsylvania State University Philadelphia University Saint Joseph’s University Swarthmore College University of Pittsburgh University of Scranton Villanova University RHODE ISLAND Brown University Providence College Rhode Island School of Design University of Rhode Island SOUTH CAROLINA College of Charleston Furman University University of South Carolina Wofford College

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Saint Catherine University Saint Olaf College University of Minnesota University of Saint Thomas Winona State University

TENNESSEE Belmont University Rhodes College Sewanee, University of the South University of Tennessee Vanderbilt University TEXAS Rice University Saint Edward’s University Southern Methodist University Southwestern University Texas Tech University Trinity University University of Texas at Arlington University of Texas at Austin UTAH University of Utah VERMONT Middlebury College Saint Michael’s College University of Vermont VIRGINIA College of William and Mary Longwood University University of Richmond University of Virginia Virginia Tech Washington and Lee University WASHINGTON Gonzaga University Pacific Lutheran University Seattle University University of Puget Sound University of Washington Washington State University Whitman College WISCONSIN Beloit College Marquette University University of Wisconsin - Madison CANADA University of British Columbia

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Study Tour Destinations Map STOCKHOLM AS YOUR HOME, EUROPE AS YOUR CLASSROOM DIS offers you the opportunity to explore Europe during your study abroad experience through Program Study Tours, Optional Study Tours, and DIScovery Trips.

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Stockholm Götland Gothenburg Edinburgh

Berlin

Oxford London

Frankfurt Paris

Český ráj Prague

Krakow

Strasbourg

Geneva Brasov Nice

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Course Descriptions Affective Neuroscience Research Lab Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Neuroscience. Psychology.

You participate in research activities focusing on emotion as this relates to cognitive and social functions. Experimental paradigms can include e.g., neuropsychological measures, psychophysiology measures (e.g., skin conductance), and behavioral measures such as self- report, face recording camera, eye-tracker, etc. Class work consists of supervision of your research activities and review of selected research topics (e.g., ethics, design, and methods) within the field of affective neuroscience.

Corequisite: Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Neuroscience. Psychology.

How do we understand the interplay of human emotions and their neural networks? This course applies findings from the interdisciplinary field of neuroscience and the psychological study of, cognition, emotion, and personality. Basic, complex, and social emotions are explored from the perspective of, e.g., the subjective experience of emotion, non-conscious processes, how emotions are interpreted, expressed or regulated. Affective systems, neural networks, and their relationship to cognitive processes such as attention, learning, memory, decision making are addressed.

Where relevant, human brain imaging findings, pathological conditions, treatment and cultural perspectives are considered.

Prerequisite: One semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level.

Corequisite: Affective Neuroscience Research Lab Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Ethnic Studies. History. Human Rights.

This course and study tour aim to provide you with a general overview of the concentration camps, the Nazi genocidal policies, and the specific history of the Auschwitz camps, as well as introduce you to the peculiar role of Auschwitz in post-war history.

Through the experiences of staying in Krakow and visiting a concentration camp, you are introduced to how a society with such a somber past copes with and moves on from the remnants of war.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Krakow, as well as Auschwitz and Birkenau Concentration camps in Poland.

Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Neuroscience. Psychology.

A cognitive behavioral neuroscience perspective is used to explore the normal development of the child, from infancy to adolescence with regard to perception, attention language, learning, memory, executive function, emotion, and social cognition. Brain structures and functions that support these processes developmentally, such as neuroplasticity and critical/sensitive periods are considered, as are the implications of culture and the social context.

Scandinavian perspectives are considered where applicable.

Prerequisite: One semester of neuroscience, physiological psychology, or biological psychology at university level.

Economics of Gender Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Economics. Finance. Gender Studies.

Why are women persistently underpaid and overexploited, even in advanced Western economies? Why are gender quotas in corporate management so often ineffective? How do Scandinavian countries’ generous parental leave policies and subsidized childcare affect women’s participation in the workforce? This course investigates the costs and other implications of gender inequality in the economy, and examines a variety of public policy measures designed to ensure economic justice for all.

Prerequisite: A microeconomics course at university level.

Economics of Global Monetary Policies and Capital Flows Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Economics. Finance.

The 2007 financial crisis was a wake-up call for economists.

The global nature of the crisis has highlighted the 21st-century economy’s unprecedented global interdependence — and its accompanying vulnerability to international pressure on money markets and capital. This course explores a variety of economic accounts of how money markets, monetary policies, foreign exchange, and capital interact in the global economy, and how these relate to current debates on how best to regulate the world’s financial systems.

Prerequisites: One course each in macro- and microeconomics, and one course in either intermediate or advanced macroeconomics, all at university level.

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Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

This course focuses on the central concepts of epidemiology and the different study designs available. You analyze and assess epidemiologic studies of health status in the Swedish population and explore the value of the renowned Swedish population-based registers. Throughout the course, you discuss how epidemiology contributes to the large body of public health research and informs decision making in the field.

European Security Dilemmas and Intelligence Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

International Relations. Political Science.

Europe is under pressure and what constitutes a security threat is changing, too: a larger Russian presence in the region and increased risk of terrorism, but also fundamentalist and right-wing tendencies, the risk of pandemics, cyber terrorism, and European governments struggling to respond in unison to increasing numbers of refugees. Drawing on European schools of thought within international security studies, this course explores current intelligence and security dilemmas in Europe.

Prerequisite: An international relations or political science course at university level.

Forensic Psychology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Criminology/Criminal Justice. Psychology. Sociology.

What makes people commit crime? Are there gender differences?

What is the role of perception? How are assessments and interventions conducted with those convicted of a serious crime, or those who have been the victim of a crime?

Forensic psychology is explored from individual to societal levels, with critical analysis of and examples from a European perspective. Selected topics: cognitive, emotional, social, and neuropsychological approaches to the nature and treatment of criminal behavior.

Prerequisite: One psychology course at university level.

Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Anthropology. Gender Studies. Sociology.

Sweden is the most gender equal country in the world and legalized prostitution, paid parental leave for all parents, a high number of women in leadership positions, progressive sex education, and equal rights for homosexuals are among the hallmarks of all Scandinavian societies. However, Sweden also has the most gender-divided workplace in the world and gender equal policies do not automatically lead to gender equal behaviors. With a comparative look to neighboring countries in Europe, this course explores how concepts of gender, body, sexuality, and race intersect in current debates about changing family structures, children’s rights, and new ethical dilemmas in a changing Scandinavia.

Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Film Studies. Media Studies.

From broadcast syndication to Netflix binge-watching, our experience with television is dynamic and evolving. Yet, what persists is its power to shape our societies’ gender roles, race relations, class divisions, sexual norms, and values. This course introduces the notion of TV as a cultural forum, a social regulator, and a social critique. Using examples from American and Scandinavian television, we analyze how TV operates by working through social issues, and how TV shows mirror societal concerns and assumptions.

History of Sweden in Europe and the World Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History.

This course focuses on Sweden’s historical relationships to the Baltic region, Europe, and the U.S. We look at the Great Power Era, the poverty and mass emigration of the 19th century, the inter-war Middle Way, World War II, and, finally, the post-war era.

With emphasis on post-1989 Sweden and Europe, we examine Sweden’s international profile and power, which influences Sweden’s national identity and future.

Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Gender Studies. Human Rights. Legal Studies.

Globally, human trafficking ranks among the most profitable criminal activities. It is a violation of human rights, which manifests itself in ever-evolving ways of exploitation of people. In this course you gain an understanding of the many types of human trafficking ranging from child trafficking, and organ trafficking, to trafficking for exploitation in prostitution, labor, or other ways of exploitation throughout the world today. You also learn the most important elements of legal and policy frameworks addressing trafficking at the European and international level.

Imagining the Other in European Literature Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Literature.

The course examines how Otherness has been imagined and depicted in Nordic and European literature. Through questioning the underlying assumptions in European literature, we explore the processes of constructing and representing the Other in terms of gender, culture, ethnicity, social class, sexual orientation, religion, and nationality.

Immunology and Infectious Diseases Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course provides you with a fundamental understanding of immunology and infectious diseases at an advanced level. You learn about the immune system and how it can fight infection.

Examples of different types of clinically relevant infectious agents and which type of immunity they activate are provided. You also learn how an immune response can fail and how infectious agents can overcome the natural immune response and cause disease. In addition, the course illustrates how the immune response against these agents can be manipulated through the use of vaccines.

Prerequisites: One year of biology, one semester of chemistry, and an introductory course in molecular biology/genetics at university level.

Impressionism in Paris Fall/Spring. 1 Credit. Optional Study Tour Course.

Art History.

The course examines the principal ideas and expressions of French Impressionism such as depicting modern life and often doing so by painting in the open air. With a chronological as well as thematic approach, the course revolves around the work of key artists such as Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Edgar Degas, and Édouard Manet. The presence of the key female artists, Berthe Morisot and Mary Cassatt, brings to the forefront a theme around gender relations within the lives and works of the Impressionist group – both in artistic terms of painting style and subject matter, and in social terms of affirming Impressionism as a thoroughly modern movement.

Note: This course involves an additional fee as it includes a study tour to Paris, France.

Independent Research Project Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

If you would like to conduct research while in Sweden, perhaps as part of a project for your home university, you may apply for an Independent Research Project under the guidance of a Swedish faculty supervisor. The project should use Stockholm specifically as a resource. For this option, you must plan your research project the semester before DIS with a professor at your home university who must be willing to communicate with you and your DIS research supervisor while you are abroad.

Note: Additional application required – see website for details.

Medical Ethics Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Ethics. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

The practice of medicine entails a multitude of dilemmas for the healthcare provider and patient; issues such as justice and access to care, confidentiality, and informed consent. In addition, difficult decisions involving values, norms, principles, and priorities are present in everyday clinical work. In this course, you discuss and apply ethical theories to concrete examples of clinical practice such as euthanasia, reproduction technology and organ donation, and discuss ethical questions related to medical research.

Neurodegenerative Diseases Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Neuroscience. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

The course aims to convey theoretical and practical knowledge on the pathophysiology of neurodegenerative diseases for students interested in basic, translational, and clinical research. You obtain an overall understanding of neurodegeneration and gain detailed insight into the most common neurodegenerative disorders.

Topics include the clinical manifestations of the diseases, genetics of neurodegeneration, pathomechanisms of disease development, current research models, and the epidemiology of disease.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Nordic Contemporary Art Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Art History.

In this course, we depart from the city and art scene of Stockholm that surrounds us to analyze artworks, exhibitions, and texts: What is contemporary – and what is Nordic – about the art and issues that surface here? The course includes a focus on identity politics, such as feminist, postcolonial, and queer perspectives in Nordic contemporary art.

Philosophy of Technology and Human Values Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Ethics. Philosophy.

Technology has increasingly been enhancing our experiences, fulfilling our desires, and broadening our abilities, both on a large scale and in the daily lives of individuals. Do we control technology or does it control us? How can we respond critically to the use and development of technology? This course examines such pressing questions from a Scandinavian, ethical, social, environmental, and philosophical perspectives.

Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Psychology. Sociology.

How do we achieve what we want? Why do we fail? This course explores performance from a psychological perspective in diverse areas such as academics, sports, creative pursuits, work performance, and leadership. Topics to be considered are various theories pertaining to motivation, the role of emotion, personality, and the effect of cultural values and expectations with examples from a Scandinavian context. The benefits of optimal performance and maladaptive responses are explored, and interventions are considered.

Psychology of Emerging Adulthood Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Psychology. Sociology.

What is an adult? This class addresses the transition from adolescence to adulthood. The psychological implications of the adolescent experience and further development into adulthood pertaining to identity, family, love and sex, cohabitation and marriage, career, and community (i.e. religion and politics) are considered and the Scandinavian perspective are explored.

Sources of resilience and vulnerabilities are addressed as this pertains to diverse factors, including cultural variables and the role of social media.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at the university level.

Psychology of Loneliness Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Human Development. Psychology. Sociology.

What is loneliness and what causes it? Is it the nature of our human condition? Is it a feeling or a thought? Does age, personality, or social contact matter? Topics to be considered are the causes and consequences of loneliness from a psychological perspective and the impact of modern society; sources of resilience and vulnerabilities; implications of loneliness vs. aloneness/solitude; and interventions for alleviating loneliness.

Cultural implications and the Scandinavian perspective are also explored.

Psychology of Political Behavior Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Political Science. Psychology. Sociology.

This course emphasizes the psychological mechanisms affecting political reasoning and behavior, such as how psychological biases affect our cognition, information-processing, and political behavior. Comparisons between U.S. and Swedish political contexts are explored, specifically examining how the political mind is embedded in social frameworks. This course is based on theory and research from the field of political psychology, an interdisciplinary academic field studying the relationships between psychological and political processes.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Public Finance: European Perspectives Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Economics. Finance. Political Science.

This course explores the role of public institutions in the economies of advanced industrialized countries, taking a comparative look at a variety of systems for public goods with respect to taxation, social benefits, unemployment, health care, public pension schemes, parental leave, childcare, and education. We consider a variety of microeconomic tools, using these to analyze current policy debates in Scandinavia.

Prerequisites: One course each in macro- and microeconomics and one course in either intermediate or advanced microeconomics, all at university level.

Public Health and Migration Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Public Health. Sociology.

Migrants, including refugees, asylum seekers, and economic migrants, are voluntarily or involuntarily moving to new locations, such as Sweden. Upon arrival, some may be suffering from tuberculosis, HIV, or other diseases rarely occurring in the host country. This course addresses the health status and care needs as well as the legal, financial, and cultural barriers to accessing treatment faced by the migrant population. Through contemporary case studies, you analyze the relationship between migrant health needs and the existing healthcare structure.

Public Health Policy in Practice Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

Sweden is facing a number of challenges, including achieving costeffectiveness in health care, and addressing public health concerns such as increasing inequalities. This course provides an overview of the Swedish health system, within the broader welfare state, and compared to other Scandinavian and European countries. You gain insight into how Sweden assesses public health challenges through research, health information management and economic evaluation.

Furthermore, you explore, analyze, and discuss how public health policies are developed and implemented in practice.

Swedish: Intermediate Level for Scandinavian Language Speakers Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Language. Anthropology.

We build on language acquired in a previous semester or through experience. We work intensively with spoken everyday language, and with complex written texts. Literature, news articles, television series, movies, music, politics, and cultural issues are discussed in class, as well as your personal experience while living in Sweden. The aim is to help each student gain the experience of being an active participant in the Swedish society rather than just a tourist passing by.

Prerequisite: Must speak a Scandinavian language.

Research Assistant Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Want to be a research assistant in an international setting? Spend the semester working closely with a researcher and be a part of a real research project. Projects range across disciplines such as psychology, humanities, gender studies, health sciences, and human rights. By the end of the semester, you will have made your own tangible contribution to the project, and will present it to a panel of experts. Data collected may be used as part of a project at your home university.

Note: Additional application required. See website for details.

Terrorism and Anti-Terrorism Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

International Relations. Political Science.

Terrorism and counter-terrorism have been on everybody’s mind since 9/11. However, terrorism didn’t just appear out of the blue on that horrifying September day. This course is a study of terrorism – its causes, aims, and forms – and of counterterrorism measures introduced by the international community and individual states. The course examines the implications of terrorism for international politics in the 21st century.

Scandinavian Crime Fiction Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Literature. Criminology/Criminal Justice.

Why is Scandinavian crime fiction so popular? Is it the terse language or the Nordic landscape? Is it that the protagonists are anti-heroes, feminists, or outsiders? What makes these novels so appealing? In this course we study Nordic crime fiction in which the most fantastic murders take place, dark secrets are exposed, and the validity of the Scandinavian welfare state and lifestyle is questioned.

Science Research Practicum Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Neuroscience. Pre-Medicine/Health Science. Public Health.

This is an experiential learning opportunity that allows you to gain experience in your area of study within the natural and health sciences. This practicum involves an average of 20 hours a week with laboratory and clinically-based research opportunities. You are matched with a mentor who can offer both academic and professional advice in order to fulfill one of the main goals of this experience: to develop a student/supervisor relationship that benefits both you and the Stockholm-based research institution.

Prerequisites: Multiple practicum opportunities are available within this course, each having specific prerequisites.

Note: Additional application required. See Student Registration for details.

Songwriting Workshop: Swedish Pop Music Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Music.

In this music course you are trained in songwriting in a masterclass setting. The course is taught at your individual level and may include voice training, accompaniment, and/or music production. You learn different writing techniques and lyrics analysis. As part of the course, we meet with experienced Swedish songwriters who share their inspirations and methods for songwriting as you develop your own creative ideas. Field studies include visits to the contemporary Stockholm music scene.

Note: Experience in music making or music performance is highly recommended.

Storytelling Lab: How Narrative Works Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Creative Writing. Literature.

What makes a good story? This course combines narrative theory and writing exercises to study and practice the art of storytelling. Our areas of analysis are film, television, literature, and other facets of popular culture with a special focus on the Nordic context.

Swedish Language and Culture Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Language. Anthropology.

The goal of this course is to ensure you do not feel linguistically isolated while studying in Sweden. You learn enough Swedish to understand what is going on around you in your daily life, while also becoming familiar with Swedish history and culture. The course includes topics on the burning issues of contemporary Sweden so that you can have interesting conversations with the locals and increase your ability to reflect on your cross-cultural experience living in Sweden.

Swedish Language and Culture: Level I-II Fall/Spring. 6 Credits. Elective Course.

Language. Anthropology.

This intensive 6-credit course covers two semesters of Swedish language content in one, making it an excellent option for students who wish to advance quickly in their knowledge of the language.

The emphasis is on speaking, writing, and understanding basic Swedish language. Swedish literature, film, and music are included in the curriculum. Politics, burning cultural issues, and your personal experiences form the cornerstone of class discussions.

Swedish Politics and Society Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Political Science. Public Policy. Sociology.

This course provides you with a broad-ranging knowledge of Swedish politics and society, exploring the basis of Swedish political culture and national identity, the political system, and the roots and challenges of the Swedish welfare state. It focuses on contemporary issues like the special role of the immigration policy and the challenge from the new right wing political party. It also includes an introduction to Swedish foreign policy and the character of Swedish neutrality.

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Positive Psychology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Education/Educational Studies. Human Development. Psychology.

This course combines a study of theory, research, and application in the rapidly growing field of positive psychology. You critically examine the psychology of well-being with both its possibilities and limitations, focusing on topics such as positive emotions, character strengths, flow, flourishing, mindfulness, creativity, and post-traumatic growth within the context of culture and history.

You investigate how positive psychology complements other areas of psychology, therapy, coaching, and communication, and how it can be applied in real-world, professional settings such as business development and the clinical context.

Prerequisite: A psychology course at university level.

Transgender in Scandinavia Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Gender Studies. Sociology.

Transgender celebrities such as Caitlin Jenner and Laverne Cox fueled mainstream interest in transgender lives and experiences. But trans and queer communities have long fought for trans persons’ rights to be ‘true to self.’ This course explores the history of trans activism with a special focus on Sweden and how legislative and medical discourses change how we think about gender identities and rights. We also explore topics such as transphobia, gender-neutral pronouns, gender passing, transgender children and their families, and how race and class intersect with being trans.

Translational Medicine: From Bench to Bedside Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Core Course.

Biology. Biomedicine/Biotechnology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course provides you with insight into state-of-the-art research and research application in the medical field. You interact with practitioners, medical researchers and other scientists, who specialize in research in selected acute and chronic diseases. The emphasis is on the dynamic relationship between laboratory research and bedside application with the purpose of providing optimal patient therapies. You learn how research results guide clinical therapies, and vice versa. Doctors and scientists provide real-life examples of translational medicine practices and give you exposure to analyzing and developing diagnostic tools and treatment protocols.

Prerequisites: One year of biology and one year of chemistry at university level.

Note: Please be aware that this course does not provide medical training corresponding to that of medical students and does not include shadowing of doctors or physical examination of patients.

Tumor Biology and Oncology Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Biology. Pre-Medicine/Health Science.

This course provides you with insight into the molecular and cellular events involved in tumor formation, progression, and metastasis.

You learn about the clinical aspects of different types of cancer, diagnostic procedures and the specific therapies (surgery and various oncological treatments). Examples of molecular, genetic and other biological events related to cancer etiology, symptoms and targets for cancer therapy are given in addition to other clinical aspects. Related topics are presented, such as cancer research methodology and its strengths and limitations, psychosocial perspectives of cancer diagnosis and palliative oncology and supportive care. Emphasis is on the correlation between the molecular basis of cancer and its clinical implications.

Prerequisite: One year of biology at university level.

Vikings, The Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

History. Literature. Religious Studies.

This is a course on the history, culture, and society of the Vikings.

First, you study the history of the Vikings as reflected in medieval texts and poems from the Viking Age (approx. AD 800-1100). You also examine Viking religion and mythology. In the second part of the course, you look at Viking expansion, their colonies and conquests, relying on historical documents and literary sources to provide insight into the Viking world. Finally, you focus on the Swedish Vikings - their forays to the East, settlements in Russia, and what made them different from the ‘Western’ Vikings.

Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography Fall/Spring. 3 Credits. Elective Course.

Communication. Photography. Visual Arts.

Photographs tell stories in ways words cannot, and this class invites you to fully immerse yourself in Swedish life and tell stories with your camera. Together, we utilize photography as a means of making sense of your time abroad and reflecting on your life experiences in general. You engage with the medium of photography, critically analyze examples of photojournalism, and learn about the theories and historical tradition that your photos reference.

Note: This course focuses on telling stories through pictures, not on photographic technicalities. You need to bring your own camera.

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Course List

by Discipline Whether you need to focus on your major or can diversify while you are abroad, DIS offers you a variety of courses from which you can choose. Look through this list to discover which are relevant to you based on your academic interests!

COLOR KEY: BLUE: Core courses – you can only pick one core course which defines your program GREEN: Optional Study Tour courses – these elective courses come with an additional fee (see p. 32)

ANTHROPOLOGY ·· Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Public Health and Migration ·· Swedish Language and Culture ·· Swedish Language I-II ·· Swedish: Intermediate Level for Scandinavian Language Speakers ART HISTORY ·· Impressionism in Paris ·· Nordic Contemporary Art BIOLOGY ·· Immunology and Infectious Diseases ·· Neurodegenerative Diseases ·· Science Research Practicum ·· Translational Medicine: From Bench to Bedside ·· Tumor Biology and Oncology

EDUCATION/EDUCATIONAL STUDIES ·· Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence ·· Positive Psychology ·· Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood

LITERATURE ·· Imagining the Other in European Literature ·· Scandinavian Crime Fiction ·· Storytelling Lab: How Narrative Works ·· Vikings, The MEDIA STUDIES ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography

ETHNIC STUDIES ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood

MUSIC ·· Songwriting Workshop: Swedish Pop Music

FILM STUDIES ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· Storytelling Lab: How Narrative Works FINANCE ·· Economics of Gender ·· Economics of Global Monetary Policies and Capital Flows ·· Public Finance: European Perspectives GENDER STUDIES ·· Economics of Gender ·· Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Transgender in Scandinavia HISTORY ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· History of Sweden in Europe and the World ·· Vikings, The HUMAN DEVELOPMENT ·· Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence ·· Positive Psychology ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood ·· Psychology of Loneliness HUMAN RIGHTS ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Transgender in Scandinavia INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS ·· European Security Dilemmas and Intelligence ·· History of Sweden in Europe and the World ·· Psychology of Political Behavior ·· Swedish Politics and Society ·· Terrorism and Anti-Terrorism

COMMUNICATION ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· Storytelling Lab: How Narrative Works ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography

LANGUAGE ·· Swedish Language and Culture ·· Swedish Language I-II ·· Swedish: Intermediate Level for Scandinavian Language Speakers

CREATIVE WRITING ·· Storytelling Lab: How Narrative Works

LEADERSHIP STUDIES ·· Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance ·· Psychology of Political Behavior ·· Swedish Politics and Society

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LEGAL STUDIES ·· Forensic Psychology ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Transgender in Scandinavia

ETHICS ·· Medical Ethics ·· Philosophy of Technology and Human Values

BIOMEDICINE/BIOTECHNOLOGY ·· Immunology and Infectious Diseases ·· Neurodegenerative Diseases ·· Public Health Policy in Practice ·· Science Research Practicum ·· Translational Medicine: From Bench to Bedside

CRIMINOLOGY/CRIMINAL JUSTICE ·· Forensic Psychology ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Scandinavian Crime Fiction 58

ECONOMICS ·· Economics of Gender ·· Economics of Global Monetary Policies and Capital Flows ·· Public Finance: European Perspectives

NEUROSCIENCE ·· Affective Neuroscience Research Lab ·· Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior ·· Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence ·· Neurodegenerative Diseases ·· Science Research Practicum ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR ·· Positive Psychology PHILOSOPHY ·· Medical Ethics ·· Philosophy of Technology and Human Values PHOTOGRAPHY ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography POLITICAL SCIENCE ·· Economics of Gender ·· European Security Dilemmas and Intelligence ·· Psychology of Political Behavior ·· Public Finance: European Perspectives ·· Public Health and Migration ·· Public Health Policy in Practice ·· Swedish Politics and Society ·· Terrorism and Anti-Terrorism PRE-MEDICINE/HEALTH SCIENCE ·· Affective Neuroscience Research Lab ·· Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior ·· Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence ·· Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies ·· Immunology and Infectious Diseases ·· Medical Ethics ·· Neurodegenerative Diseases ·· Public Health Policy in Practice ·· Science Research Practicum ·· Translational Medicine: From Bench to Bedside ·· Tumor Biology and Oncology ·· PSYCHOLOGY ·· Affective Neuroscience Research Lab ·· Affective Neuroscience: Emotions, Cognition, and Behavior ·· Developing Brain: From Infancy to Adolescence ·· Forensic Psychology ·· Positive Psychology ·· Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood ·· Psychology of Loneliness ·· Psychology of Political Behavior

PUBLIC POLICY ·· Economics of Gender ·· Public Finance: European Perspectives ·· Public Health and Migration ·· Public Health Policy in Practice ·· Swedish Politics and Society

RELIGIOUS STUDIES ·· Vikings, The SOCIOLOGY ·· Auschwitz: From Genocide to Memorial ·· Forensic Psychology ·· Gender, Equality, and Sexuality in Scandinavia ·· Glued to the Screen: TV Shows, Norms, and Culture ·· Power of the Mind: Psychology of Performance ·· Psychology of Emerging Adulthood ·· Psychology of Loneliness ·· Psychology of Political Behavior ·· Public Health and Migration ·· Swedish Politics and Society ·· Transgender in Scandinavia

VISUAL ARTS ·· Nordic Contemporary Art ·· Ways of Seeing: Storytelling through Photography

COURSES

·· PUBLIC HEALTH ·· Epidemiology: Swedish Case Studies ·· Human Trafficking and the Sex Trade ·· Medical Ethics ·· Public Health and Migration ·· Public Health Policy in Practice ·· Science Research Practicum

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