THEOREL 314
Special Topic: The Evolution and Psychology of Religion
Please note: this is archived course information from 2023 for THEOREL 314.
Description
Approaches religion as a dimension of human biology, psychology and social life. We consider how approaches in the human sciences clarify patterns of individual and cultural variation in the expression of religion and spirituality.
Topics include the evolution of religion and cooperation, social inequality, ecology, virtue, transformational experiences, collective rituals and the diverse social functions of religion.
Assessment
Coursework only
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Availability 2023
Not taught in 2023
Lecturer(s)
TBA
Points
THEOREL 314: 15 points
Prerequisites
30 points at Stage II
Restrictions
THEOREL 214