Postgraduate Course: The Contribution of al-Ghazali to Classical Islamic Thought (IMES11011)
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 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 20 |
| Home subject area | Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | The course looks at al-Ghazali, the philosopher, theolopian, lawyer and mystic through a close examination of key works of his in translation. The course is a combination of lectures and student-led seminars. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | Course booklet - £4 |
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 contribution of al-Ghazali to classical Islamic thought will be acquired, together with analytical and presentational skills. |
Assessment Information
One essay of 2,000 words
One 2-hour examination |
Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
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| Transferable skills |
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| Reading list |
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| Study Abroad |
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| Keywords | Not entered |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Andrew Newman
Tel: (0131 6)50 4178
Email: Andrew.J.Newman@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Mrs Rhona Hajcman
Tel: (0131 6)51 3846
Email: Rhona.Hajcman@ed.ac.uk |
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