Selected themes in religious studies. Assisted reading with term paper

Language of Instruction

English, French, German, Italian or Spanish

Pre-requirements

None

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

Appropriate knowledge of the selected theme

Skills

Capability of:

analysing a complex theme and of drawing conclusions on one´s own,

critically examining theories and methods, and

writing a coherent analytical text, thereby demonstrating a capacity for using the norms and techniques of academic writing.

General competence

Practice in handling large quantities of information and literature within a short time period, and of interpreting and presenting information.

Contact Information

Studierettleiar@ahkr.uib.no

Course offered (semester)

Autumn/spring

Language of Instruction

English, French, German, Italian or Spanish

Course Unit Level

Bachelor

Department

Department of Archaeology, History, Culture Studies and Religion (AHKR)

Access to the Course Unit

Access for all exchange students at the University of Bergen. Students should contact studieveileder@ahkr.uib.no for instructions on how to register for the exam.

Aim and Content

The object of the course is for the student to become familiar with a given topic in the religious studies.

A supervisor will be assigned by the director of program (fagkoordinator), and based on the fields of interest of the respective student and his/her previous education a theme will be selected for the course.

The supervisor then assigns a reading list; the student reports regularly on the reading process. The course materials are discussed with the supervisor who also decides on the topic for the term paper.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge:

Appropriate knowledge of the selected theme

Skills

Capability of:

analysing a complex theme and of drawing conclusions on one´s own,

critically examining theories and methods, and

writing a coherent analytical text, thereby demonstrating a capacity for using the norms and techniques of academic writing.

General competence

Practice in handling large quantities of information and literature within a short time period, and of interpreting and presenting information.

Pre-requirements

None

Subject Overlap

Will be considered individually when selecting a theme

Teaching Methods

Regular supervision meetings, normally at least three

Compulsory Requirements

Approved reading list and compulsory participation in supervision meetings (at least three meetings)

Assessment methods

Term paper (4000-6000 words). Papers below or above the required word limit cannot receive a pass. A graded marking scale (A to F) is used. Examinations are held each term.

Grading Scale

A graded marking scale (A to F) is used. A is the top grade and F means Failed.

Reading List

Reading list of around 1200 pages

Place of Teaching

Bergen

Course Unit Evaluation

In line with the continuous work of improving education, the Institute organizes evaluations of curriculum and teaching with feedback from the students. The results of the evaluations will be the basis of modifications of curriculum and teaching.

Contact Information

Studierettleiar@ahkr.uib.no