Undergraduate Course: Mystical Islam (Sufism) (IMES10033)
Course Outline
School |
School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures |
College |
College of Humanities and Social Science |
Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Available to all students |
Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 10 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
20 |
Home subject area |
Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies |
Other subject area |
None |
Course website |
None
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
Course description |
This course discusses the salient features of the mystical dimension within Islam and covers the historical background of the tradition and the foremost personalities who played a major role in its development. Moreover, it will examine the primary concepts promoted in Sufism and their manifestation, in both a religious and social context, through translations of the classical works that present both Sufi theory and practice. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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Additional Costs |
None |
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisites |
None |
Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? |
Yes |
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
A good knowledge of the mystical dimensions of Islam will be acquired and presentation skills will be enhanced; analytical and critical skills will be honed. |
Assessment Information
One essay of 2,500 words
One 3-hour examination
Visiting student variant assessment
two 2,500 word essays |
Special Arrangements
None |
Additional Information
Academic description |
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Syllabus |
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Transferable skills |
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Reading list |
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Study Abroad |
Not entered |
Study Pattern |
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Keywords |
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Contacts
Course organiser |
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Course secretary |
Ms Rhona Cullen
Tel: (0131 6)50 4182
Email: Rhona.Cullen@ed.ac.uk |
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