Evaluation and Planning of Higher Education in a Comparative Perspective

7.5 credits

Syllabus, Master's level, 2PE524

A revised version of the syllabus is available.

Code: 2PE524
Education cycle: Second cycle
Main field(s) of study and in-depth level: Education A1N
Grading system: Fail (U), Pass (G), Pass with distinction (VG)
Finalised by: The Faculty Board of Social Sciences, 24 January 2007
Responsible department: Department of Education

General provisions

The course is an optional course and can be taken on advanced level.

Entry requirements

To be accepted to the course there is a requirement of at least three semesters of studies in Educational Sciences , 90 ECTS credits, or three years of studies in a Teacher Training Programme.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course the student will have the knowledge to:

analyse and valuate models for planning and evaluation of higher education in a comparative perspective

Content

Effects of cultural and geographical differences

The relation between higher education and labour market

Effects of adult education in formal schooling and training in public and private organisations

The course will include a comparative analysis of higher educational systems

Instruction

The instruction consists of lectures, seminars, group exercises and tutoring.

Assessment

Written paper. Grades are awarded according the scale passed with distinction, passed or failed and according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).