Work Placement Specialization
Code:
TEOL214EName:
Work Placement SpecializationTeaching semester:
AutumnLocations:
BergenYear:
2026 — 2027Teaching language:
EnglishStudy points:
10 Credits
Completed at least 80 ECTS credits in theology/practical theology.
Equivalent to mandatory course TEOL214 in some specializations of the Bachelor in Theology degree program. Elective relevant course in the Professional Study of Theology.
On completion of the course, the student has achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge
The student
- has insight into the field of practical theology and understands its relevance for various aspects of church service/ministry
- has broad knowledge of the relationship between theory and practice related to the chosen specialization in the bachelor's degree program
- is familiar with how theological knowledge can be applied and developed in light of new research and experiences from the field
Skills
The student
- can apply theoretical and professional knowledge in a vocational context
- can reflect on the relationship between the chosen specialization within the bachelor’s degree program and theological and practical-theological perspectives in an interdisciplinary context
- can reflect on his or her own professional practice and role within a work community
General competence
The student
- can use his or her practical experience and academic knowledge to contribute to the development of good practice
- has insight into professional and ethical issues related to the assigned placement location
- can adjust his or her professional practice in response to supervision
The course consists of a four-week work placement at a location relevant to the profile of the Bachelor in Theology program that the student belongs to. In connection with the placement, the student writes a term paper discussing issues and theory relevant to the experience.
The core of the course is a four-week internship placement. The placement must allow the student to explore tasks particularly relevant to his or her specialization. The student writes a term paper reflecting on the relationship between issues and experiences from the field and relevant theory. The semester begins with an introductory session (mandatory, held digitally unless otherwise decided). The placement and topic are determined in dialogue with the student. The placement must have an approved supervisor. Once the placement is set, the student is assigned an academic supervisor to help select literature, formulate a topic, and draft a project description (approx. 1 hour of supervision). A mandatory seminar is held before the submission deadline, and the supervisor is available for 1 hour of individual guidance toward the end of the writing process. The seminar may be digital or physical depending on student numbers and campus affiliation.
Approximately 300 hours.
The following must be approved before submitting the term paper:
- Selected literature (approx. 500 pages) related both to internship placement and paper (approved by course coordinator based on supervisor’s recommendation)
- Topic and brief project description including methodology (approved by course coordinator)
- Completed placement with at least 80% attendance (approved by course coordinator based on supervisor’s recommendation)
- Participation in seminar with presentation of at least 3 pages and peer feedback (approved by course coordinator). Peer feedback may be waived for practical reasons.
One additional attempt is allowed per written requirement if not initially approved.
Approved/not approved
Term paper of 2500 words (+/- 20%). The paper must connect issues and experiences from the placement with relevant theory.
The grading scale A-F is used, where F is a fail.
All
- Norwegian
- Scandinavian languages
- English
In a Christian congregation, organization, etc., with a service relevant to the student’s specialization. Duration approx. four weeks full-time (preparation time included). May be extended due to practical circumstances.
10 ECTS against TEOL214 Fordypningspraksis.
Evaluation according to the Quality Assurance System for Education at NLA University College.
Incoming exchange students will have their work placement in contexts where a certificate of good conduct is not required.