Unit details
ASP202 - World Religions
| Offered at: | (B, G, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 (B, G, X) or Trimester 3 (X) |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | L Davis |
| Incompatible with: | ASP205, ASP305, ASP102 |
| Note: Students planning a major in philosophy must enrol in this unit at first year level (ASP102). Quota applies to this unit. Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit introduces students to the major ‘world religions’: Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam. The unit explores these religions by looking at their historical development, basic ideas, practices and sacred texts. In addition, students are introduced to a range of philosophical issues that arise within these religious traditions, such as: karma and rebirth; the relation between self and world, and self and God; different conceptions of God and salvation or liberation; and the question of how to understand the phenomenon of religious diversity.
Assessment
On campus: Essay 2000 words 40%, Online program 20%, Two hour examination 40%
Off campus: Essay 2000 words 40%, Online program 20%, Two hour examination 40%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $706 | $706 | $706 | $2138 | $2273 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
