Unit LAW AND RELIGION
- Course
- Philosophy and ethics of relationships
- Study-unit Code
- A003519
- Curriculum
- World religions and philosophy
- Teacher
- Silvia Angeletti
- CFU
- 9
- Course Regulation
- Coorte 2024
- Offered
- 2024/25
- Type of study-unit
- Opzionale (Optional)
- Type of learning activities
- Attività formativa integrata
LAW AND RELIGION I MODUL
| Code | A003524 |
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| CFU | 3 |
| Teacher | Silvia Angeletti |
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| Hours |
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| Learning activities | Affine/integrativa |
| Area | Attività formative affini o integrative |
| Academic discipline | IUS/11 |
| Type of study-unit | Opzionale (Optional) |
| Language of instruction | English will be the language of teaching and examination |
| Contents | In view of a fruitful understanding and interaction during the second part of the course (see Syllabus Module II), the first lessons will be devoted to helping students familiarizing with key concepts in legal thought about human rights and freedom of religion or belief. Taking into account previous knowledge and competences of attending students, some basic notions will be given about legal institutions and the role of jurisprudence in the development of human rights and freedom of religion. A brief overview on historical developments of freedom of thought, conscience and religion will be given, together with an understanding of the turning point marked by the contemporary Bill of Rights. Theories and practices in the field of freedom of religion will be assessed within the more general understanding of the ‘age of rights’. Attention will also be given to the difference and practical outcomes of multicultural and intercultural approaches to religious issues. |
| Reference texts | Information about books and learning materials are available at the Module II Syllabus. A partially diversified program of examination may be agreed upon, provided that the general objectives of the course are granted and the proposed program is aimed at furthering personal patterns of research or fitting the needs of working students. In order to propose a partially specific program, students are invited to contact the teacher (silvia.angeletti@unipg.it) at the beginning of the course or, at least, in due time before the scheduled exam. |
| Educational objectives | The overall objectives are available at the Syllabus of Module II. Specific objectives of Module I will cover: Basic knowledge and understanding of the role of public institutions in protecting and promoting freedom of religion or belief; main features and distinctions between international and supranational organizations and agencies protecting human rights and freedom of religion. Understanding and analysis of religious issues from the legal standpoint. Basic knowledge of religious laws and their interrelation with secular legal systems. |
| Prerequisites | See Syllabus Module II |
| Teaching methods | See Syllabus Module II. In order to facilitate comprehension of the second part, attendance to the first part of the course is highly recommended. |
| Other information | See Syllabus Module II. Where the student is willing to anticipate the exam before the planned year, she will be expected to attend classes during the scheduled Term and sit the exam at the end of it. Erasmus students are allowed to make their evaluation of the course in English or French. |
| Learning verification modality | For both attending and non-attending students, the final evaluation will consist of an oral exam (questions and answers). Active participation in class and presentations will be considered to reduce the material requested for the final evaluation. The exam will be based on the study of learning material as well as on the study of the topics discussed in class and of the additional material advised on Unistudium. Students not attending classes are also invited to check the material advised on Unistudium. The aim of the exam will be that of assessing: 1) knowledge and understanding of the main questions related to the interconnections between law and religion in historical and contemporary perspective; 2) applying knowledge and understanding to the cases analyzed during classes or in the learning material and making judgments in the evaluation and assessment of the related questions 3) learning and communication skills, as, in particular, the ability to critically explain issues regarding law and religion and to clarify the underlined, emerging problems. A partially diversified program of examination may be agreed upon, provided that the general objectives of the course are granted and the specific program is aimed at furthering personal patterns of research or fitting the needs of working students. In order to propose a partially specific program, students are invited to contact the teacher at the beginning of the course or, at least, in due time before the scheduled exam. Students with disabilities and/or Specific Learning Disorders are invited to visit the online page: https://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa and to agree with the teacher on planned measures. |
| Extended program | For the overall program of the course, see Syllabus Module II. Topics covered in the first part will be aimed at facilitating comprehension of the second part, therefore, they are subject to change in relation to specific needs and previous studies of attending students. E.g., they will cover: - Historical development of freedom of religion in Europe - Promotion and protection of human rights in the International Community after WWII - Human rights and freedom of religion or belief in European institutions - Objectives and practice of European Union institutions and the European Convention on human rights - Basic knowledge of religious laws and the interaction between law and religion |
| Obiettivi Agenda 2030 per lo sviluppo sostenibile | 4) Quality education; 5) Gender equality; 10) Reduced inequalities; 16) Peace, justice and strong institutions |
LAW AND RELIGION II MODUL
| Code | A003525 |
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| CFU | 6 |
| Teacher | Silvia Angeletti |
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| Hours |
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| Learning activities | Affine/integrativa |
| Area | Attività formative affini o integrative |
| Academic discipline | IUS/11 |
| Type of study-unit | Opzionale (Optional) |
| Language of instruction | English will be the language of teaching and examination. |
| Contents | This course will focus on the interaction between law and religion in its multifaceted fashion (from religion law to religious laws). Classes will cover a broad range of topical issues, which include the concepts of secularism, the definition of religions as normative worlds, the main patterns of legal regulation in a comparative perspective, protective measures and limits to freedom of religion or belief and judicial responses to conflicts between freedom of religion and other fundamental rights, following an intercultural approach. The role of institutional religions in the global agenda will also be investigated, particularly on the issues of sustainable developments, social justice and peace. |
| Reference texts | Learning material: Md Jahid Hossain Bhuiyan and Carla M. Zoethout (ed), Freedom of Religion and Religious Pluralism, Brill, Nijhoff, 2023. The book is available online in Open Access, therefore the pdf is free for download (free download at: https://brill.com/edcollbook-oa/title/61481) As for the examination, the following Chapters of the aforementioned book shall be studied: Students attending the LM-01, Law degree course are expected to study Chapters 5 (Part II), 9, 10, 12, 13, 14 (Part III). Students attending classes, who will take part in class presentations (further instructions will be given in class), will be expected to study four Chapters (not six) among the ones previously indicated. Students attending the course ‘European legal integration and human rights’ are expected to choose and study four among the indicated Chapters. Students attending classes, who will take part in class presentations (further instructions will be given in class), will be expected to study two Chapters (not four) among the ones previously indicated. Students attending Law and Religion from the FISSUF Dept., are allowed to a partially different learning program, taking into account their previous studies and background competences. Documents and additional lecture materials (including slides) will be advised on Unistudium. Students are expected to check Unistudium to keep up-to-date with materials and learning resources throughout the course. |
| Educational objectives | Within the overall context of the Degree Course’s educational goals: Adequate knowledge of the relationships between law and religion in international, European and national legal systems, in historical and comparative perspective. - Broad understanding of the main controversial issues between religion, law and society in contemporary, global perspective, through the application of competences and skills in analysis and assessment. - Communication skills, critical analysis competences, correct use of logic and language. |
| Prerequisites | Suitable knowledge of English. Attendance is open to students from plural curricula, to whom no prerequisites are applied. Additional material shall be suggested by the teacher, upon request, to make up for lack of knowledge of basic legal questions. |
| Teaching methods | Term one. Lectures and slide presentations, at times with Italian or foreign speakers. Group works, seminars, case-law discussions in class. Students are expected to actively engage in class discussion and to participate in students’ individual or group presentations. Attendance is not compulsory but highly recommended, since the topics discussed in class are not entirely covered by the learning material. |
| Other information | For any further information on the course activities, assessment and examination, please contact: silvia.angeletti@unipg.it Office hours shall be online in Teams or in presence at the Law Department. To be updated: www.giurisprudenza.unipg.it/personale/silvia.angeletti Where the student is willing to anticipate the exam before the planned year, she will be expected to attend classes during the scheduled Term and sit the exam at the end of it. Erasmus students are allowed to make their evaluation of the course in English or French. |
| Learning verification modality | For both attending and non-attending students, the final evaluation will consist of an oral exam (questions and answers). The overall aim of the exam is that of assessing acquired knowledge and competences, ability to properly and critically explain topics and apply knowledge to case-law and questions. The exam will be based on the study of learning material as well as on the study of the topics discussed in class and of the additional material advised on Unistudium. Students not attending classes are also invited to check the material advised on Unistudium. Students with disabilities may be given specific support upon request. Please, find more information on the webpage: https://www.unipg.it/disabilita-e-dsa |
| Extended program | Topics covered in class are subject to change, depending upon the course: Key concepts (religion, secularization, intercultural law) Freedom of religion or belief in secular and religious laws Comparative analysis of religion laws in Europe Minority religions in global perspective Religion in public spaces (dress code, symbols) Religion in the public/private divide (non-discrimination, religion in the workplace) Religion, family and the State. Best interests of the child and parents’ beliefs Balancing FoRB and other rights: judicial responses to conflicts Blasphemy, hate speech and free speech Religion, social integration and security Religion and sustainable development |
| Obiettivi Agenda 2030 per lo sviluppo sostenibile | 4) Quality education; 5) Gender equality; 10) Reduced inequalities; 16) Peace, justice and strong institutions |