Tag: Stavanger
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About this page Msc. Risk Analysis Governance Track 2023 – 2025 at UIS
On this page I will share my essays, notes, and summaries on Risk Management during my studies in Stavanger from 2023 to 2025. Join the conversation and let me know your thoughts, if the material was helpful, what’s missing, or if you’d like to add your perspective. #Sharing Is Caring!
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Live music in Stavanger: Where to find it
I’ve been looking around for bars with live music. It’s challenging to locate these spots when you are not ‘in the scene’. These small live acts will often be published only as a Facebook message, if published at all, and the rest is typically spread by word of mouth. I can’t be the only one…
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RIS-505 2024 – Autumn Resit Exam – Explanation
This NotebookLM-generated video explains the answers to the first (Autumn) Semester resit exam of 2024.
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RIS-505 – Foundations of Risk Analysis and Risk Science – Video 2
Like I said, I am revisiting the RIS505 course material while trying out new AI tools to see how they have improved and whether they are any good at helping me study. I was really surprised by how well NotebookLM has become. It generated an excellent video. Yet, as always, AI should only be used…
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RIS-505 – Foundations of Risk Analysis and Risk Science – Video 1
I am currently retaking RIS-505 to improve my grade. So I am revisiting the course material while trying out new AI tools to see how they have improved and if they are any good at helping me study. I was really surprised by how well NotebookLM has become. It generated an excellent video. Yet, as…
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What Does It Cost to Study in Norway?
After completing my degree in Risk Analysis at UIS in Stavanger (2023-2025), it’s time to make up the balance. I’ve kept records for most of the months I studied, so I’ll be able to provide you with a reasonably accurate picture of what you can expect to spend if you plan to pursue studies in…
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A Contribution to the Critique of Political Economy (1859): Marx’s Preface Explained
Background I was discussing the course literature of ”Philosophy of Science and Research Methods (MEE125)” (Part of the Master Sustainability at the University of Stavanger), and I thought that one of the texts on the list would make for a good blog post. In this blog post, I’ll explain the main arguments of Marx in…
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Rainy Day Activities in Stavanger: Having Fun When It Pours
Living in Stavanger means accepting a simple truth: Rainy days are the default, and sunny days are the exception. Luckily, there are plenty of things to do that don’t feel like a compromise but become better on a rainy day.
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Reflections on the Third Semester Risk Analysis UIS 2024
The third semester has ended, so it is time to look back and evaluate what was good, what was bad, and what was ugly about the third semester Risk Analysis, Governance track at UIS. AS-302 Arctic Safety at the UNIS It was a great experience, and I am very glad I went on this program.…
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Staying Productive and Inspired in Norway’s Autumn Blues
November is probably the worst time to visit the Norwegian West Coast. It gets dark early, there isn’t any snow yet, and when the sun finally rises, it will be hidden behind clouds. Here are the things I do to stay productive and motivated. Planning aheadAutumn isn’t very inspiring and motivating, but it is good…
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Review, Fjordline from Stavanger to Bergen
The original plan was to head to a cabin in Stavanger’s mountains this weekend. But we quickly learned that practically none of the DNT cabins are accessible by public transport, so we decided to take the Fjordline ferry to Bergen instead. I’ve been to Bergen before, but only once—and I was around 10. I remember…
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Review Kristiansand to Hirtshals with Fjord Line FSTR
Last summer I took the ferry from Kristiansand to Hirthals. I thought it would be a good moment to revisit the experience, as I’m looking at travel options to and from the European mainland. All in all, I very much liked the trip. The ferry is quick (2 hours 25 min) and comfortable. The lounge…
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Preikestolen in Wintertime
Yes, October might seem a bit early to discuss winter trips, but this one is worth planning far ahead. Preikestolen is always a beautiful hike, but in wintertime, it might even be better than in summertime. The view looks even more magical with the snow-covered mountains, and you will likely be on the plateau all…
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Beyond Expectations: Visualising Safety Risks in Arctic Environments
Introduction The Arctic environment presents significant challenges for risk management due to its extreme conditions and the accelerating effects of climate change. The Arctic is characterized by very low temperatures, long periods of darkness, rapidly changing weather, and unstable natural phenomena such as glaciers and avalanches (Rainville et al., 2020). Climate change in this region…
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RIS505 – Foundations of Risk Analysis and Risk Science – Exam Summary
This blog post aims to provide an overview of the key concepts and methodologies covered in the course RIS505 – Foundations of Risk Analysis and Risk Science at the University of Stavanger (UiS). The summary is divided into six chapters. Risk, probability and related concepts. Definitions of risk Definition 1: The potential for undesirable consequences…
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Reflecting on My First Year at UIS: Risk Analysis and Governance
I’m currently in the midst of the exams for the second semester. Meaning that the first year has almost come to a close. Time to reflect, highlighting the good, the challenging, and the unique aspects of studying Risk Analysis in Stavanger. Risk Science One of the strongest aspects of the program has been the focus…
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RIS525 Risk Assessment, Economic Evaluation and Decisions Lecture summary
In this post, I provide a summary of the RIS525 course. Each lecture is divided into a set of questions. The groupwork questions will also be part of the questions, as these questions form the base for the Exam. First, the question is presented with a concise answer. After this, a more elaborate answer is…
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RIS660 Research Methods in Risk, Safety, and Security Studies
In this post, I will provide a summary of the RIS660 course. Each lecture is divided into a set of questions. First, the question is presented with a concise answer. After this, a more elaborate answer is given. All the questions and their concise answers are made into flashcards. Flashcards Go to the QUIZLET website…
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RIS515 Theories of Risk Perception and Risk Governance
Introduction This is my summary for the RIS515 course. I have structured this course using the Risk Governance framework and the ‘learning aims’ that have been described in the first lecture. Learning aims Compulsory reading The course consists of the following compulsory reading material. For two of these articles, I have made separate summaries. Flashcards…
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Summary of ‘Risk as Analysis and Risk as Feelings’ by Paul Slovic et al. (2004)”
In this blogpost I will provide a summary and elucidate the scientific concepts described in the paper ‘’Risk as Analysis and Risk as Feelings: Some Thoughts about Affect, Reason, Risk, and Rationality’’ by Paul Slovic, Melissa L. Finucane, Ellen Peters and Donald G. MacGregor (2004).