Course content

The course will provide an overview of Catholic and Protestant history, to include some attention to doctrine. Particular attention will be paid to the Catholic Church in Poland and the USA, and to the Protestant Church in Germany and Norway.

Learning outcome

To give the students an overview of the role of the Catholic and Protestant churches in world politics.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures/group discussions. Supervision of term paper. The essay is to be an independent discussion of a topic taught in lectures, and is to consist of 20 pages.
If 6 or fewer students sign up for a planned course during the first 2 teaching weeks, the course will be offered as an instructed reading course.

Required previous knowledge

Master’s degree in Political Science or equivalent.

Course materials

To be decided at the start of the course.

Credit reductions