| Unit name | Religion and History of Ancient Israel |
|---|---|
| Unit code | THRS20219 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Dr. Lindsey Davidson |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one |
n/a |
| School/department | Department of Religion and Theology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
How did the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament get written, and how did ancient Israel develop into Judaism? The unit introduces the historical and literary world of the Hebrew Bible in ancient Israel and Judah from 1200-330 BCE. Students will be introduced to the texts and contexts of the Hebrew Bible in English translation. The unit explores the history of ancient Israel and Judea and critical debates in modern biblical scholarship as a basis for understanding the Bible. The unit will illuminate the rich cultural heritage and archaeology of ancient Israel, and the Bible as a profound witness to the complexity of human experience and articulations of the divine. This approach provides a strong foundation in the historical and literary study of the Bible, applicable to further studies in Judeo-Christian traditions.
Students will practise their oral presentation skills by giving a 10-minute individual or 15-minute group presentation.
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
Classes will involve a combination of long- and short-form lectures, class discussion, investigative activities, and practical activities. Students will be expected to engage with readings and participate on a weekly basis. This will be further supported with drop-in sessions and self-directed exercises with tutor and peer feedback.
1 x 2000 words portfolio (formative) [ILOs 1-3]
1 x 2500-word summative essay (100%) [ILOs 1-4]
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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
