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Religion studies 320


 
Module code REL 320
Qualification Undergraduate
Faculty Faculty of Theology
Module content

Part 1: Religions as neighbours
Plurality; Religious interaction; Practical issues, e.g. Themes to be addressed are: conflict, propaganda, indoctrination, dialogue, syncretism, respect and tolerance. Models of dealing with plurality will be studied, e.g. fundamentalism, relativism, pluralism, inclusivism, exclusivism, secularism and co-responsibility and cooperation.
Part 2: Religion and the arts
Iconography; overview on the exposition of biblical themes in the expressive arts and music; religious aspects of well-known artefacts and musical compositions; function of art and music in worship.
Module credits 30.00
Service modules Faculty of Education
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
Contact time 2 lectures per week
Language of tuition Double Medium
Academic organisation Theology Dean's Office
Period of presentation Semester 2
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