World Religions/Religious Worlds

Description

Introduces religion in India, China and Japan; also the movements of Judaism, Christianity, Islam and Humanism. NOTE Also offered online. Consult Arts and Science Online. Learning Hours may vary. Learning Hours: 228 (48 Lecture, 24 Tutorial, 156 Private Study) Requirements: Prerequisite None. Exclusion Maximum of 6.0 units from RELS 131 /6.0; RELS 132 /3.0; RELS 133 /3.0. Course Equivalencies: RELS131; RELS131B Course Learning Outcomes: - Develop a definition of religion that recognizes the diversity of religious traditions. - Compare and contrast the components of the major world religions. - Identify the world’s religious traditions within their global and cultural context. - Situate contemporary religious issues in their historical roots. Assessment/Exam Context: Course assessment and examinations vary by course; Queen's notes that eligible exchange students whose first language is not English may receive extra final-exam time. Exchange Registration Note: Arts and Science courses are open to exchange students subject to prerequisites and space. Most courses should be in Arts and Science; other faculties may be limited. Education, Medicine, and Nursing are not open to incoming exchange enrolment.