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Course Description
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Course Name
Islam
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Host University
University of Roehampton
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Religion
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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UK Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Assessment: essay (2000 words) [50%], oral seminar presentation with written handout and analytical summary for a total of 1500 words [50%]
This module provides students with a critical introduction to a variety of issues related to Islam, in both historical and contemporary contexts. Students will analyse the historical, theological, cultural and political issues which inform the discourse on Islam, as well as Islam as a world religion with particular emphasis on contemporary developments in selected Islamic countries. Special emphasis will be given to Muslim approaches to the issues, i.e. those from within the tradition, and how they compare to outsiders? perceptions.
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