KIERKEGAARD AND SCANDINAVIAN LITERATURE

SCANDST 426

Course Description

An introduction to Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard and existentialism in Scandinavian literature. An overview into Kierkegaard's work in translation and his influence on a number of Scandinavian writers from the 19th century to the 21st.

Prerequisties

Sophomore standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

3.88

0.25% from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

No change from Historical

A Rate

81.25%

-3.98% from Historical

Class Size

207.69% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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KIERKEGAARD AND SCANDINAVIAN LITERATURE

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