Course
Course 10 credits • TRVN03
Sharpen your academic voice and prepare for your master’s thesis. This course guides you through theory, method, and research design, combining discussion, independent study, and planning to help you build a strong foundation for future scholarly work.
This course offers a focused and structured introduction to the craft of academic writing, designed to prepare you for your upcoming master’s thesis. With an emphasis on clarity, depth, and scholarly precision, you will explore key components of thesis work, such as theory, method, previous research, and the formulation of research questions.
The course focuses on approaches at the intersection between religious and historical studies, introducing historical method and theory. Through guided reading and group discussions, you will engage with selected academic texts and reflect on the structure and style of existing theses. You will also examine how to interpret and reference ancient source material and develop a critical understanding of academic conventions.
In addition to collaborative learning, the course includes independent study and the presentation of primary texts. A central outcome is the creation of a written plan for your future thesis, including a well-structured introductory chapter.
This is a course for those who value thoughtful preparation and wish to build a strong, confident foundation for their academic journey.
Study period:
autumn semester 2026
Type of studies:
part time, 33 %,
day
Study period:
2026-08-31 – 2027-01-17
Language of instruction:
English
Eligibility:
A bachelor's degree with a major in theology, religious studies, classical philology, classical archeology, history or the equivalent; a minimum of 20 ECTS credits in one or two of the following ancient languages: Hebrew, Greek, Latin or Arabic; and a minimum of 50 ECTS credits within the The Religious Roots of Europe master's programme.
Application code:
LU-E1067
Application code:
LU-38752
- The schedule will be published 2026-06-18.
- Library Guide Religious Roots of Europe
First Admission Round
Internationell ansökan
Autumn semester 2026
Late application
Possibly opens March 31
Second Admission Round
Nationell ansökningsomgång
Autumn semester 2026
Application opens 16 March
15April 2026