Course

Course 7.5 credits • RHID85

Do you know about the Alevis? Have you ever wondered about the history, doctrines and practices of Alevism?

Join our course to explore the intricate tapestry of Alevism, its profound history, doctrines and practices, alongside a closer look at the diverse Alevi communities residing in Turkey and Europe.

Through an engaging curriculum of readings, lectures and seminars with prominent researchers in the field, you will acquire in-dept understanding of how Alevism appear through the lens of various perspectives within the field of religious sciences. The course will expand your understanding of the cultural richness of Alevism and the historical and contemporary situation for Alevi communities in Turkey and Europe.

Please note:

If you are a Non-EU/EEA applicant and you missed the first admission round (1 June - 15 August), you can apply for this online course in the second admission round (15 September - 16 October) as well, since you don´t need to await any residence permit. Citizens of a country outside of the EU/EEA are however required to pay tuition fees. More information is to be found at https://www.ctr.lu.se/en/course/RHID85/#apply.

To be eligible for bachelor's courses you must meet the entry requirements. Even if you hold a higher academic degree, you need to document your basic knowledge of English and also add your upper secondary school records at the same time you apply. The time window is very narrow to complement this later. Please read carefully the instructions at the following pages:

Bachelor's requirements
universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/bachelors-requirements/

Country instructions
universityadmissions.se/en/apply-to-bachelors/provide-application-documents-bachelors/country-instructions/

Study period: spring semester 2024
Type of studies: part time, 50 %, distance course
Study period: 2024-01-15 – 2024-03-19
Language of instruction: English
Eligibility: General eligibility, and 30 ECTS credits in humanities, theology or social science

Application code: LU-E1016

Application code: LU-77730

Teachers: Hege Irene Markussen

How to apply?

Application & admission at lu.se

The imam Alevi. Wall painting. — The imam Ali is a prominent figure within Alevism. In the course, his role within Alevism and the Alevi’s relations to other religious groups venerating the Imam Ali will be explored.

Ritual space. Photo. — Alevis organise in associations and foundations and have specific ritual spaces (cem evi) where they come together in devotion.

Book cover. Illustration. — In the course, you will read newly published research literature and listen to lectures from active researchers in the field.