HUMA2010

The World's Great Thinkers, II

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 2
On-Line from Callaghan Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013

This course will explore the thoughts and influence of a range of highly influential modern figures across a diverse set of areas of study. Broadly speaking, these figures will be presented as representing the growth and development of the areas of study we now know as philosophy, religion, and theology. Such exploration is designed to further introduce students to foundational concepts and issues addressed in these areas of study and to provide insight into the methods that are typically employed by them.

Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate:
1. An understanding of key influential modern figures who have shaped the areas of study of philosophy, religion, and theology
2. Skills in studying and analysing concepts and issues in the areas of study in question
3. Competence interpreting historical and contextual factors at work within the disciplines in question
4. Communication and information technology skills appropriate to the presentation of concepts, issues, ideas and beliefs that are to be found in the disciplines in question.
Content The course will explore the thoughts and influence of a range of most important and influential figures across modern cultural traditions whose work has had major impact on the development of philosophical, religious, and theological thought.
Replacing Course(s) na
Transition na
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge HUMA1010 The World's Great Thinkers, I
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Email Discussion Group
Lecture
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments 1 x 1000 word essay (25%)
1 x 2000 word essay (50%)
Online Discussion Online Discussion Board, 1000 words (25%)
Contact Hours Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for HUMA2010