Welcome to the course Basic Scientific Theory and Research Methods in Social Work,7,5 cr!
On this page you will find information about your course, course registration and more. Here you will also find your course syllabus and the course timetable.
Register on your course!
Period for course registration in Ladok: 29 November – 12 December
If you do not register on time, you will lose your place on the course. Please contact your course administrator before the end of the registration period if you are experiencing problems with course registration.
If you are conditionally admitted you are not able to register on the course yourself.
Course information
| Course and application code | SAG032 15172 |
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| Study period and pace | 50-02 Full-time Day-time |
| Syllabus | |
| Reading list | |
| Timetable | |
| Course co-ordinator | Jimmy Munobwa Fereshteh Ahmadi |
| Questions about registration and admission |
The course details and schedule are in the course’s study guide, which is available on Canvas at least one week before the course begins. Please note that changes may occur in the schedule. Notification of changes is communicated through Canvas.
Information about the course is posted on Canvas. It is therefore important that you regularly check the course page on Canvas for any updates. You are encouraged to sign up for daily notifications from you canvas account. If you have any questions about the course, direct your questions to the course coordinator via the e-mail function in Canvas. You will normally get a reply within 48 hours.
You can direct your questions about the course to the course coordinators Fereshteh Ahmadi, fereshteh.ahmadi@hig.se and Jimmy Munobwa, Jimmy.munobwa@hig.se
The course is given by the Faculty of health and occupational studies
Written exams
Registration for exams, including re-takes, is mandatory. You can register for exams via Ladok. You need to register at least ten days before the exam date. If you didn't register in time, you can not take your exam. No exceptions are made from this rule, we do not accept registrations when the deadline is passed.
If you are a distance study student and want to take your exam off-campus, you need to apply to do so at least three weeks prior to the exam date.
Service and Support
Accommodation
You need to apply for accommodation yourself. Please remember to do it in good time before your arrival. The University of Gävle does not provide any student accommodation.
Free Microsoft Office
As a student at the University of Gävle you have the opportunity to install Microsoft Office on up to five computers. The Office package includes Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and Onenote.
- Library
The library is located in the middle of campus and is open to everybody. You can reach all digital resources such as e-books and e-journals after logging in with your user account.
- Residence permit
- If you are a non-EU citizen you need to apply for a residence permit. Start the process of applying for a residence permit as soon as possible. This can be a slow process and take several months. It is therefore good to get started as soon as possible!
Student Centre
At the Student Centre you will meet knowledgeable staff that can assist you in just about anything regarding your studies at the University of Gävle. The Student Centre is located in building 22. You will also find a café in this area and TV displays showing current information and the daily timetabling. If you have any study-related questions, you can contact the Student Centre at studentsupport@hig.se
Student Support
- Sometimes you need help to manage your studies and student life. At the University of Gävle we have several support functions to help you deal with various study-related situations, such as, for example, study guidance counselling, student health and welfare, and support for disabled students.
Tuition fees
- If you have any questions about tuition fees, please find more information in our FAQ.
Web meetings with Zoom
- Zoom are a services for web meetings at the University of Gävle. You usually need a webcam and headset with a microphone.
- Web meetings with Zoom
Wireless network (wifi)
Eduroam (EDUcation ROAMing) gives you access to the Internet when you are staying on the University campus. It also provides internet access at other universities and colleges that are connected to eduroam. Eduroam also works at many airports, railway stations and hotels.
Högskolan i Gävle
www.hig.se
Box 801 76 GÄVLE
026-64 85 00 (växel)
www.hig.se
Box 801 76 GÄVLE
026-64 85 00 (växel)