2024/25 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue

THEO5620M Special Options in Theology and Religious Studies

30 Credits Class Size: 10

Module manager: Emma Tomalin
Email: E.Tomalin@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan), Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

Module replaces

THEO5615M Masters Level Supplementary Study

This module is not approved as an Elective

Module summary

Students will study in greater depth the syllabus prescribed for 20 UG credits chosen from appropriate UG modules currently available in the School.

Objectives

To enable MA students to broaden their intellectual base by studying topics which are part of the undergraduate syllabus.

Learning outcomes

- Advanced evidence of the learning outcomes related to the specific module used as the basis for Special Option study including:
- Knowledge and understanding of the material covered in the relevant module, demonstrating advanced skills of engagement with complex and varied material
- Ability to develop and produce a critical and nuanced written account of relevant material, identifying areas for further research and drawing on material from a range of relevant sources
- Ability to work independently, making appropriate use of supervision structures

Syllabus

The syllabus will be negotiated with the module leader and the MA Director in the light of the individual student's past experience and current interests.


Teaching Methods
In addition to the tuition provided by lectures and seminars of the relevant UG modules. See below:

Teaching Methods

Delivery type Number Length hours Student hours
Tutorial 3 1 3
Private study hours 0
Total Contact hours 3
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) 3

Private study

Varies by UG module

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Supervisions

Methods of Assessment

Coursework
Assessment type Notes % of formal assessment
Essay 1 x essay of 6000 words 100
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) 100

By agreement with the UG module leader and MA programme leader, at the beginning of the semester, you may submit 2 x 3000-word essays (each to be weighted at 50% of the module mark) instead of 1 x 6000-word essay.

Reading List

There is no reading list for this module

Last updated: 09/01/2025

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