THL329 World Religions (8)
Abstract| This subject advances students' understanding of Christianity within the broader religious context of Australian society and the contemporary world through a study of the sacred texts, history and contemporary expressions of the major world religions. Reference will be made also to Indigenous religion and new religious movements in Australia |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 2 | | Distance | United Theological College |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: THL329
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 information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Theology |
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| Incompatible subject(s) | Related subject(s) |
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| THL487 | THL487 Undergraduate equivalent of THL487
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to evaluate the major tenets of contemporary world religions;
- be able to make a critical comparison of one religious system with another;
- be able to make informed use of religious terminology which is fundamental to some religious traditions;
- be able to analyse critically the contemporary manifestations of world religions;
- be able to demonstrate an ability to understand another religion on its own terms;
- be able to appreciate the variety of religious experience in the contemporary Australia; and
- be able to demonstrate self-guided learning, including research, writing and communication skills.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
1. The nature of religion;
2. Basic assumptions in the study of religion;
3. The history of religious studies;
4. The history and development of religions in Asia: Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism;
5. The history and development of religions in the Middle East: Judaism, Islam, Zoroastrianism;
6. World Religions in Australia;
7. New religious movements;
8. Aboriginal religion;
9. Religion and globalization;
10. Religion and politics;
11. Women and religion;
12. Religion and spirituality. |
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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.
