PHL301 Philosophy of Religion (8)
AbstractDrawing from the best in both classical and contemporary discussions, this subject explores perennial issues in the philosophy of religion, including the nature and existence of God, the problem of evil, miracles, religious experience, life after death, religious diversity, the relationship between science and religion, religious language, religious ethics, and philosophical approaches to theological doctrine. |
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Session 2 | Internal | Wagga Wagga Campus | Distance | Wagga Wagga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: PHL301
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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Enrolment restrictionsNot for students who have completed REL301 Faith and Reason |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Understand the central problems and issues in the philosophy of religion Be able to apply the techniques of philosophical analysis to particular religious beliefs Be familiar with the work of major classical and contemporary philosophers of religion |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics: Philosophy of Religion: History and Methodology
Religious Experience
The Relation between Faith and Reason
The Divine Attributes
The Case for God's Existence
The Case against God's Existence (The Problem of Evil)
Knowing God without Arguments (Reformed Epistemology)
Religious Language
Miracles
Life after Death
Religion and Science
Religious Diversity
Religious Ethics
Philosophy and Theological Doctrine |
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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.