Radical religion: [theme]

Undergraduate course

ECTS credits
15
Teaching semesters
Autumn, Spring
Course code
RELVI205
Number of semesters
1
Teaching language
Norwegian or English
Resources
Schedule

Course description

Objectives and Content

The course provides students with an in-depth understanding of a topic within research on radical forms of religion and knowledge about key approaches and concepts in research on radical religion and extremism. The course may focus on various societal and cultural contexts and time periods comparatively or offer in-depth studies of one context or time period. The course may throw light on several aspects of radical religion, including - but not limited to - radicalisation, identity construction and othering, terrorism or religion and violence, or focus on one aspect.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the course, the student will have achieved the following learning outcomes, defined in terms of knowledge, skills, and general competence:

  • har kunnskap om sentrale tilnærmingar og omgrep knytte til temaet radikal religion, og kunnskap om det valde empiriske materialet i samfunnsmessig og historisk kontekst.
  • har kunnskap om sentrale tema og problemstillingar innanfor temaet.

Knowledge:

  • Has knowledge of key approaches and concepts in research on radical religion and about the chosen empirical material in its historical and cultural contexts.
  • Has knowledge of key themes and problems related to the topic
  • Skills:
  • Is able to analyze a complex theme and draw independent conclusions
  • Is able to critically evaluate theories, methods, and interpretations in relation to the topic
  • Is able to present their knowledge in written form.

General Competence:

  • Has experience in managing large amounts of information and literature within a short time frame, and in interpreting and presenting information effectively.

ECTS Credits

15

Level of Study

Bachelor

Semester of Instruction

Autumn and/or Spring (not fixed)

Place of Instruction

Bergen
Required Previous Knowledge
None
Recommended Previous Knowledge
None
Credit Reduction due to Course Overlap
None
Access to the Course
The course is open to all students with study rights at the University of Bergen
Teaching and learning methods
Normally 10-15 lectures or seminars.
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
None
Forms of Assessment

The course uses the following form of assessment: Written school examination (up to 3000 words) over 6 hours.

The word count above indicates the expected length of a good answer. You will not automatically lose marks if you write shorter or longer than indicated (+/- 10 percent), but it is less likely that the answer will be considered sufficiently comprehensive or precise to achieve a good grade.

Grading Scale
Letter grades from A to F, where F is fail.
Assessment Semester
Autumn and/or Spring. Assessment is offered during the teaching semester and the following semester.
Reading List

Approximately 1,200 pages.

The reading list will be available on uib.no by June 1 for the autumn semester and December 1 for the spring semester. The reading list will vary depending on the theme taught.

Course Evaluation
Evaluations are conducted in accordance with UiB’s quality assurance system.
Examination Support Material
None
Programme Committee
Programme Board for the Study of Religion
Course Coordinator
Programme Board for the Study of Religion
Course Administrator
Department of Archaeology, History, Cultural Studies and Religion

Course description

Contact information

Studierettleiar: studierettleiar@ahkr.uib.no

Eksamensadministrasjon: eksamen@ahkr.uib.no