Course Catalogue

History of Christianity in Scotland TRS1026

  • Academic Session: 2026-27
  • School: School of Critical Studies
  • Credits: 15
  • Level: Level 1 (SCQF level 7)
  • Typically Offered: Summer
  • Available to Visiting Students: Yes
  • Collaborative Online International Learning: No
  • Curriculum For Life: No

Short Description

This course will explore the history of Christianity in Scotland as evidenced from the sacred sites and art of Celtic Scotland, the rich monastic and spiritual legacies of medieval Catholicism, Scotland's rigorous and socially transformative Reformation, and the diversity of religious practice that developed in the nineteenth century. While the religious expressions have changed, Christianity has played a prominent part in making Scotland and shaping its people.

Timetable

5 x 2.25hr sessions per week over 4 teaching weeks.

Requirements of Entry

None

Excluded Courses

None

Co-requisites

None

Assessment

The standard assessments for this course are:

■ Essay (3,500 words) - 100%

 

If required, for instance where a disability prevents a student from undertaking a specific method of assessment, the following alternatives are available:

■ There is no alternative to the essay, but a flexible deadline can be offered as reasonable adjustments (students should follow the usual process for extensions)

 

Further reasonable adjustments may be provided where necessary. Students are encouraged to consult with the course convenor.

Main Assessment In: August

Course Aims

The course aims to:

■ examine the beliefs and practices of Scotland's inhabitants from the introduction of Christianity to the present;

■ critically assess some of the historical and cultural influences of Christianity on Scotland;

■ identify the ongoing development of these traditions and compare them with modern influences of secularization.

Intended Learning Outcomes of Course

By the end of this course students will be able to:

■ describe and analyse some of the main features of Scotland's Christian history; 

■ evidence an appreciation of Scotland's diverse traditions and their distinct contributions to Scottish culture;

■ discuss some of the historical and contemporary challenges that have shaped religion in Scotland;

■ articulate some of the particularly Scottish expressions of global religions traditions.

Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits

No exceptions