Course - Introduction to Christianity - RVI1050
RVI1050 - Introduction to Christianity
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation form | Weighting | Duration | Examination aids | Grade deviation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | 100/100 | 2 weeks |
Course content
The course consists of an introduction to Christianity as a world religion, with biblical studies, history, theology, and theoretical and practical ethics as points of departure. An emphasis is placed on an understanding of the manifold interpretations of Christianity as expressed by the great church traditions (Catholic, Protestant, Orthodox, including Oriental), and how it is expressed in regional variations worldwide.
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 historical and current Christianity
- basic knowledge of the manifold interpretations of present day Christianity as expressed by different denominations
- basic knowledge of the expansion of Christianity, and its regional and cultural variations
- basic knowledge of the academic disciplines of Christian studies (biblical studies, history of Christianity, theology and ethics)
Skills:
The candidate has acquired skills to
- apply the basic historical-analytical academic disciplines in Christian studies (biblical studies, history of Christianity)
- apply the basic systematic academic disciplines in Christian studies (theology, ethics)
- apply relevant academic knowledge on relevant research questions and make well-founded decisions
Learning methods and activities
The instruction consists of lectures. In order to take the exam a written assignment (1500-2000 words) must be submitted and approved. The written assignment is only given in the semester when the subject is taught, but is valid for this and the subsequent semester.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercise assignment
Further on evaluation
The exam consists of an assignment (3000-4000 words).
Specific conditions
Exam registration requires that class registration is approved in the same semester. Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRL1030 | 7.5 | 01.09.2008 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2020
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Comparative Religion
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies
Phone:
Examination
Examination arrangement: Assignment
- Term Status code Evaluation form Weighting Examination aids Date Time Digital exam Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Assignment
100/100
Release 2020-11-13
Submission 2020-11-27
Release 09:00
Submission 14:00
INSPERA -
Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Assignment 100/100 INSPERA
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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"