Course - Religions of the Middle East - RVI1030
RVI1030 - Religions of the Middle East
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 100/100 |
Course content
The course includes a historical and comparative study of three contemporary religions originating from the Middle East: Judaism, the oriental churches and Islam. An emphasis is placed on the correlation between (a) religious belief and practice, and societal institutions and (b) the scriptures, methods of interpretation, and authorities that form and develop religious knowledge and guidance in various contexts and time periods. The course also deals to some extent with the design of the religions in western countries and regions.
Learning outcome
According to the course curriculum, a candidate who passes this course is expected to have the following learning outcome (defined as knowledge and skills):
Knowledge
The candidate has attained
- basic knowledge of the origins, development, textual sources and interpretative traditions of the three religions
- basic knowledge of how concepts from religious studies and some other scientific disciplines can be applied comparatively in the study of Judaism, the Oriental Churches and Islam
- knowledge of what constitutes good scientific practice regarding sources and references
- understanding of how the three religions develop in accordance with society
Skills
The candidate has acquired skills to
- account for the origins and developments of Judaism, Oriental Christianity and Islam
- apply concepts from religious studies in accounts of the three religions
Learning methods and activities
The instruction consists of lectures and group work.
In order to sit the exam, three approved group assignments are required. For more information on the obligatory activity, see Blackboard. The obligatory activity can only be approved in the semester when the course is taught, but is valid in this and the subsequent term.
Compulsory assignments
- Approved obligatory activity
Further on evaluation
The exam consists of an assignment (6000 words).
Required previous knowledge
None.
Course materials
The required reading list will be available at the beginning of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| HFRVI111 | 15.0 | ||
| HFKRL213 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2007 |
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Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Comparative Religion
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Assignment
100/100
Submission
2024-12-09
INSPERA
14:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates -
Spring
ORD
Assignment
100/100
Submission
2025-05-14
INSPERA
14:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"