Religious Roots of Europe: Thesis Colloquium

Education facts

Code: TRVN03

<p>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.</p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p>This is a course for those who value thoughtful preparation and wish to build a strong, confident foundation for their academic journey. </p><p><br/></p>

Entry requirements

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.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Religious Roots of Europe: Thesis Colloquium

  Lund University

  Lund

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 17 January 2027

  Pace of study: 33 %