| Unit name | Medieval Religion: Christianity and Islam |
|---|---|
| Unit code | THRSM0134 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Dr. Sutcliffe |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
None |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Religion and Theology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
This unit will examine the role of religion as a major force in shaping the cultural identity of the people of the Middle Ages. Lectures will examine key themes in religion, philosophy and culture in medieval Islam and Christianity.
The aims of the unit are to:
On successful completion of this unit students will be able to:
1.Demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of some of the core devotional, textual and philosophical issues within the topics discussed in the unit.
2.Demonstrate familiarity with some of the central contemporary literature on these issues.
3. analyse and critically appraise these issues, by providing argumentative justification for their position.
4.demonstrate skills in research, academic writing and argumentation.
Additionally (specific to level M), students will be able to
(5) display high level skills in evaluating, analysing, synthesising and (where apt) critiquing images and ideas.
(6) apply existing analytical strategies to new evidence with flexibility and creativity
(7) demonstrate the capacity for independent research
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.
One summative essay of ca. 5000 words Measures outcomes 1-7
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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.
