Key facts
UNE unit code: RELS182
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- Trimester 1 - On Campus
- Trimester 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
Across the world, communities of worshippers maintain a set of beliefs in their religious practices and ethical rules. The different religions that have evolved in different places all have their own set of beliefs and customs that regulate their lives.
This unit presents a comparative study of the five major world religions; Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
You will focus on both the foundation and development of each of these religions, with an emphasis on comparatively examining their central beliefs and practices in the contemporary world.
Learn more about the nature and variety of world religions and develop your capacity to understand others.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | On Campus, Armidale Campus |
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- exhibit an understanding of the role of religions in the modern world;
- communicate specialised knowledge of the nature and variety of the changes in the major world religions;
- apply cognitive and communication skills to complete an in-depth study of an aspect of the modern phase of religions by means of written assignments; and
- demonstrate an informed and educated attitude towards, and a continuing curiosity and interest in, the varieties of religious belief and practice.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 35% | All offerings | Short answers No. Words: 1000 |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 50% | All offerings | Essay No. Words: 2000 |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 15% | All offerings | Participation exercise No. Words: 500 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Religions in the Modern World: traditions and transformations
ISBN: 9780415858816
Lynda Woodhead, Christopher Partridge and Hiroko Kawanami , Routledge 3rd edn. 2016
Text refers to: All offerings
Note: Referenced material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
Major World Religions from their Origins to the Present
ISBN: 9780415297967
Ridgeon, L., Routledge/Curzon 2003
Text refers to: All offerings
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