This is an advanced course for PhD students focusing on some specific topic of research depending on the interests and competence of the instructor. Contents may include methodologies as critical theory, deconstructive hermeneutics, postcolonial theory, identity politics, comparative religions, philological versus philosophical textual analysis, or history of ideas.

CILO-1: Advanced understanding of research issues and methodologies in Philosophy and Religious Studies. CILO-2: Capability of orally discussing research topics and methodologies in Philosophy and Religious Studies in an academic setting. CILO-3: Capability of critically addressing and evaluating research topics in Philosophy and Religious Studies in the form of academic writing.