SOCA1030
Introduction to the Sociology of Religion
10 Units
Available in 2013
| Callaghan Campus | Semester 2 |
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Previously offered in 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008
Students will be introduced to the study of religion as an aspect of social structure and social change. The course will examine sociological approaches to systems of belief based on classical and post-modern theorists and define the basic concepts which underpin contemporary debates about the role of religion in society.
| Objectives | On successful completion of this course students will be able to demonstrate: An understanding of key debates and sociological approaches to religion and belief. An ability to apply key concepts to contemporary debates about the role of religion in the contemporary world. Skills in researching, writing and debating appropriate to first year university study. |
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| Content | Definition of 'religion' from a sociological perspective: Varieties of religions and other faith systems Secularisation thesis Religion and post-modernity Religion and social structure Religion and social change. Theories about the relationship between religion and society: Marx and the oppression of the proletariat Weber and the Protestant Ethic Durkheim and 'collective consciousness'. Baudrillard and the hyper-real Religion and science Fundamentalism Religion, gender and sexuality New religious movements Religion and Consumerism Religion and Popular culture Religion in a global world |
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| Transition | None required | ||
| Industrial Experience | 0 | ||
| Assumed Knowledge | None | ||
| Modes of Delivery | Internal Mode | ||
| Teaching Methods | Lecture
Tutorial |
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| Contact Hours | Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Tutorial: for 1 hour(s) per Week for Full Term |
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| Timetables | 2013 Course Timetables for SOCA1030 |