Introduction to North American Studies (OPEN UNI)

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28.8.2025

5 cr

The physical geography of the North American continent, social groups from the era of pre-European contact to the present day, colonial and revolutionary history, organization of government and services, economy and economic history, religion and religious history.

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Fields

Humanities

Scope

5 cr

1 component

Code

AY682430P

What you need to know before the course

What you will learn

The Introduction to North American Studies course presents students with selected aspects of the geography, history, culture and society of the United States and Canada, with the primary focus on developments in the United States. Upon completion of the course, students will have demonstrated knowledge of the fundamentals of North American geography, history, government, and society which serve as the foundation for any substantial further analysis.

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Organiser

Oulun yliopisto

Contact details

avoin.yliopisto@oulu.fi