| Unit name | Religion: Practices and Ideas |
|---|---|
| Unit code | THRS20215 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| 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 |
None |
| School/department | Department of Religion and Theology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
Why is this unit important?
This units builds on the foundations established through the first-year units, Living Religions West and Approaches to the Study of Religions, to examine specific and prominent ideas and practices of one Western philosophical thought or religious tradition (Christianity, Islam, or Judaism). Through a series of lectures and seminars, you will analyse and discuss key practices, critical concepts, methodologies, or even specific time periods, with a strong thematic understanding of that tradition and it's lived dimensions. At the same time, this unit will offer an opportunity to enhance your skills in critical analysis in the study of religions and academic writing, in preparation for your dissertation.
An overview of content
As part of this unit, you will be introduced to exciting new practices and ideas proper of Western thought and religions. You will be trained in close analysis of a body of works, reflect on the contribution of key thinkers proper of the tradition explored, and learn to assess key religious practices from different angles. Through dedicated workshops, you will also gain confidence in carrying out critical analysis of both primary source materials and scholarship.
How will students, personally, be different as a result of the unit
You will not only strengthen your knowledge of a Western religious tradition but will learn to work with a wide range of sources and methodologies. The assessments will allow you to showcase both your knowledge of the tradition studied and your enhanced writing skills.
Learning Outcomes
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.
Tasks which count towards your unit mark (summative):
Literature review, 1500-words [ILOs 1-2; 4] (30%)
Examination, 2-hours [ILOs 1-4] (70%)
When assessment does not go to plan
When required by the Board of Examiners, you will normally complete reassessments in the same formats as those outlined above. However, the Board reserves the right to modify the format or number of reassessments required. Details of reassessments are confirmed by the School/Centre shortly after the notification of your results at the end of the year.
If this unit has a Resource List, you will normally find a link to it in the Blackboard area for the unit. Sometimes there will be a separate link for each weekly topic.
If you are unable to access a list through Blackboard, you can also find it via the Resource Lists homepage. Search for the list by the unit name or code (e.g. THRS20215).
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 University 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. For appropriate assessments, if you have self-certificated your absence, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (for assessments at the end of TB1 and TB2 this is usually in the next re-assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any exceptional circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
