Religious studies, independent reading, spring, 7.5 Credits

Contents

The course involves specialization in a specific thematic area within religious studies, guided by a teacher with relevant expertise. The literature is determined in consultation with the teacher.  Within the course, the student chooses to deepen their knowledge in a subject within either the history of religions or the behavioral sciences of religion.  

At the advanced level, a high degree of proficiency in English is expected. Supervision is provided in Swedish or English.  

Expected learning outcomes

On completion of the course the student will be able to: 
 
Knowledge and Understanding 

• Give an account of the state of knowledge within a narrowly defined field of study in religious science.  

Skills and Abilities

• Independently evaluate the relative significance and reliability of specific literature.  

Judgement and Approach    

• Identify and evaluate the need for additional knowledge within a specific area of knowledge.  

Required Knowledge

15 credits courses at advanced level in religious studies. In addition, English B/6 and Swedish are required for basic eligibility for university studies (if the course is given in Swedish).

Form of instruction

The teaching is primarily conducted through individual supervision.

Examination modes

Examination is conducted individually, both orally and in writing. The oral components are graded as Pass (G) or Fail (U), while the written components are graded as Fail (U), Pass (G), or Pass with Distinction (VG). To achieve VG for the entire course, VG is required on the written components and G on the oral components. To achieve G for the entire course, at least G is required on all components.  

Students who fail the examination have a right to retake the examination within two months after the first examination, but not earlier than 10 working days after the results from the original examination has been given to the students and a copy of the exam has been made available. For tests conducted during the months of May and June, the first re-test may be offered within three months of the regular test. In addition, at least one more re-examination must be offered within one year of the regular exam. A student who has passed an examination may not be re-examined.   

The examiner can decide to adapt the form of examination, specified in the syllabus, to accommodate a student's needs. Individual adaptation of the form of examination should be considered according to a student's needs. Any change to the form of examination must be made within the framework of the curriculum's expected study results. Students who need an adapted examination must request it from the institution responsible for the course no later than 10 working days before the examination. It is the examiner who decides on the adapted examination and then notifies the student.  

Other regulations

In the event that the syllabus expires or undergoes major changes, students are guaranteed at least three exams (including regular exams) according to the regulations in the syllabus on which the student was originally registered for a period of a maximum of two years from the previous syllabus expires or the course has been discontinued.  

In granting a university degree, this course may not be combined with any other course that has a similar content. In case of uncertainty, the student should consult the Director of Studies at the Department of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies.