THEOREL 321
Comparative Religion and Society
Please note: this is archived course information from 2024 for THEOREL 321.
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.
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Availability 2024
Semester 1
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