For students attending the course Social and Affective Neuroscience course code 2QA346
This course takes you on a journey into the exploration of how the brain shapes and enables our social and affective behaviors. We will examine key questions, such as how we learn from each other, when and in what ways social norms influence us, and how our communication and social decision-making unfold. Here on the course website you will find information about what you need to do to keep your place, links to the course plan (incl. bibliography), schedule and contact details.
Syllabus
Important Information
Student account and registration
To keep your study place, you need to activate your KI student account and register for the course in Ladok. If you have problems with your student account, please check the My student account page where many step-by-step solutions are available. If you still have problems, contact Student-IT.
The registration period for autumn 2026 is 2026-08-10 - 2026-08-25.
More information about online registration and declining your study place.
About the course
The course is conducted 100% online with scheduled lectures (daytime, Swedish time) and teacher support through KI’s learning platform Canvas. Some course elements are mandatory (!) and requires live participation; you find the schedule at the student web. Non-mandatory lectures are recorded and may be watched later. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required. Assessment is done through participation in seminars and digital exams conducted online.
Study period autumn 2026: 2026-08-31 - 2026-11-08
You can find more information in Canvas
Your student account gives you access to the course room in Canvas where you can find course materials, any assignments and can keep in touch with teachers and classmates.
Familiarize yourself with Canvas before the start of the course with this student guide.
Schedule
Björn Lindström
Course leaderJohanna Olsson
Course administrator
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