Applied Method in the Study of Peace and Justice Movements
Syllabus, Master's level, 5RT934
- Code
- 5RT934
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- History and Social Sciences of Religion A1N, Studies in Church and Mission A1N
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (VG), Pass (G), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Director of Studies, 3 March 2015
- Responsible department
- Department of Theology
General provisions
The course is included in the Master's Programme in Religion in Peace and Conflict.
Entry requirements
A Bachelor's degree where the main field of study accounts for at least 90 credits in Theology, History-Philosophy, Linguistics, Educational Sciences or Social Sciences, or the equivalent. The main field of study should include an independent project of at least 15 credits.
Learning outcomes
On completion of the course, the student is expected to be able to:
- apply knowledge of scientific theories in concrete situations;
- employ discourse-analytical tools;
- use Participatory Action Research and critically discuss preconditions and results;
- plan and discuss theoretical frameworks and choice of method in a personal research project;
- discuss in depth and take a position on research-ethical issues;
Content
The course trains students in the application of relevant research methods for solving problems within the field religiously and ethically grounded engagement. The course primarily teaches theories and methods such as action research, discourse analysis and qualitative and quantitative behavioural science methods. The course also develops the student's ability to take a position on research-ethical issues.
Instruction
The course is a distance-learning course. The students must fulfil written assignment and on-line seminar within specified time. Contact between teachers and students takes place via a learning platform. An Internet connect computer is essential.
Assessment
The course is assessed on the basis of active participation in seminar discussions and written assignments.
Other regulations
Please note that the stated teaching methods may be replaced by self-studies if there is a very low number of students.
Transitional provisions
Students of a course regulated by this course plan have the possibility to be examined in accordance with the same course plan within two years after the closure of the course. If there are particular reasons, such an examination can take place also later on. Normally no instruction in accordance with former versions of the course plan is given.