Arctic Studies, Specialisation of Culture, Communication and Globalisation
A specialized master's track focusing on the Circumpolar North and its global transregional connections.
Best for:Students pursuing a master's degree in humanities or social sciences with a specific interest in Arctic geopolitics, culture, and global connectivity.
Overview
The Arctic Studies specialisation at Aalborg University offers students an interdisciplinary lens to examine the Circumpolar North, including Greenland, the Nordic Region, Canada, Alaska, and Russia. This programme integrates Arctic-focused research into existing master's degrees such as Culture, Communication and Globalisation, Development and International Relations, European Studies, and Tourism. Students will explore how the Arctic functions as a global region, paying close attention to shifting political, societal, and environmental landscapes. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of transregional connections across Europe, Asia, and North America in the context of a rapidly changing Arctic.
What you'll do
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework focusing on the Circumpolar North.
- Analyze the political and societal transformations occurring within Arctic regions.
- Examine the global connections between the Arctic and regions in Asia, Europe, and North America.
- Integrate Arctic-specific research into the broader framework of the chosen master's degree programme.
- Participate in academic discussions regarding the changing environmental and geopolitical landscape of the Polar Sea.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Degree offered: Master
Language: English proficiency as required by the specific master's programme
Instruction: English
- Academic background in humanities, social sciences, or related fields
- Interest in interdisciplinary research methodologies
- Capacity for critical analysis of global and regional political dynamics
- Must be enrolled in or applying to an eligible AAU master's programme
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How to apply
Interested students should apply through the official Aalborg University master's programme portal. Ensure that the Arctic Studies specialisation is selected as part of the chosen degree path.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose
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