Course

Theories and Methods in the Study of Religion, Politics and Democracy, Distance Education

This course prepares students for academic work in the field of religion, politics, and democracy, with a focus on Eastern Christian/Orthodox tradition. The course aims to develop the ability to critically read and review primary and secondary sources, and the ability to approach academic work independently and critically. In addition to learning about diverse approaches to the field, students will also learn to situate the study of religion/theology and politics within the broader field of the Humanities. 

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and understanding of the requisite methods for conducting graduate studies within the Humanities 
  • Critically assess scholarly work and arguments and evaluate individual research methodologies 
  • Discuss ethical issues in academic work
  • Demonstrate familiarity with subject-specific approaches in the study of religion, politics and democracy in the context of Eastern/Orthodox Christianity 
  • Demonstrate the ability to use subject-specific methods and critical analysis in their individual work

The course literature may be subject to revision.

  • (228 p.)

  • (19 p.)

  • (120 p.)

  • (90 p.)

  • (168 p.)

  • (308 p.)

  • (75 p.)

  • (200 p.)

The schedule is available at the latest one month before the course starts. We do not recommend that you print the schedule as some changes may happen.

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Davor Džalto

Professor in Religion, Art and Democracy

davor.dzalto@ehs.se

Grades

A = Excellent, B = Very good, C = Good, D = Satisfactory, E = Sufficient, Fx = Insufficient, F = Insufficient

Examination Format

  • Papers
  • Seminars
  • Take-home examination

A Bachelor's degree in Theology or a related field (equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen) from an internationally recognized university. Proficiency in English by means of an internationally recognized test, e. g. TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent.

Established by Subject Representative College at Enskilda Högskolan Stockholm on December 15, 2020.