THEOREL 321

Comparative Religion and Society

Description

Provides an introduction to social theories of religion. An empirical approach to the study of religion, which constructs theories and arguments about its social forms and significance through the collection and analysis of data. Global case studies will be used to consider the power of religion both as a force for social cohesion as well as disruption and social change.

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines will be refreshed around November/December.

Availability 2025

Summer School

Lecturer(s)

Lecturer(s) Professor Mark R. Mullins

Assessment

Coursework only

Points

THEOREL 321: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at stage II from the BA schedule

Restrictions

THEOREL 221