Islamic History 1a (U02151)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 8 ? Acronym : LLC-1-U02151

This course is an introduction to the religious, political, social and cultural history of the Islamic world from 600 to 945. It covers the emergence of Islam, the career of the Prophet Muhammad, the Muslim conquests, and the early Islamic world empire. Particular attention is paid to the evolution of the proto-Sunni/Shi'ite divisions and their differing views on Islamic government.

Entry Requirements

? Costs : Course guide £3

Subject Areas

Home subject area

Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies, (School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, Schedule G)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 1st year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 3 hour(s) per week for 11 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
18/09/2007	12:10	13:00	Lecture Theatre, Robson Building	Med+Vet

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Monday	12:10	13:00	Central
Lecture	Tuesday	12:10	13:00	Central
Lecture	Thursday	12:10	13:00	Central

? Additional Class Information : Plus tutorials

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

1) Basic understanding of Middle Eastern history 600-945.

2) Enhanced ability to pose meaningful historical questions and to evaluate them critically.

3) Improved skills in research and written and oral presentation.