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Graduate Certificate in World Religions

Official Abbreviation GradCertWorldRel
Course Type Postgraduate
Offering
Responsible Campus Teaching Period Mode of Study
Armidale Semester 1 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 1 On Campus
Armidale Semester 2 Off Campus
Armidale Semester 2 On Campus
Course Duration
  • 0.5 Years Full-time
  • Up to 2 years Part-time
Fees Commonwealth Supported Place
Total Credit Points 24
Overview

The course comprises comparative studies in religion with an emphasis on major world religions (Hinduism, Judaism, Buddhism, Christianity and Islam), offering advanced study in areas such as Islam, Buddhism, early Judaism and Christianity and their scriptures, the Crusades, ancient Mediterranean religions, issues in modern church history, women and world religions, and more. Units of study encourage a critical and open attitude to all religions; offer a breadth of methods drawn from history, philosophy, sociology, political and literary theory; are concerned with both traditional and contemporary expressions of religion; and focus on the part religions play within social and political life.
How to apply

New students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC.

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Former or current students apply to study on or off campus directly to UNE using the postgraduate admission form.

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Intensive Schools

Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements.
Entry Requirements

An applicant for admission to candidature shall either:

(a) hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent of a university or other institution recognised by the university; or

(b) hold a three-year advanced diploma relevant to the award; or

(c) have professional standing and successful professional practice relevant to the award and approved by the Course Coordinator.
Course Rules

1. Admission to Candidature
An applicant for admission to candidature shall either:
(a) hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent of a university or other institution recognised by the university; or
(b) hold a three-year advanced diploma relevant to the award; or
(c) 2 year diploma and relevant professional experience

2. Course Requirements
To qualify for the Graduate Certificate, a candidate shall complete an approved program of study, as outlined in the Course Schedule, comprising a total of 24 credit points.

3. Period of Candidature
3.1 The normal period of candidature for full-time students is one semester.
3.2 Part-time Candidates shall complete course requirements in not more than four semesters.

4. Advanced Standing
Not more than six credit points of advanced standing may be granted toward the Graduate Certificate.

5. Course Schedule
Core Units
HIST 489 World Religions: Introductory Overview
EDCX 476 Religion in Australia
Listed Units - choose any 2 units from the following list:
HIST 305/505 Byzantine History AD 330-1056
HIST 308/508 The Crusades
HIST 342 Gandhi and Non-Violent Action in the 20th Century
HIST 343 Islam in the Modern World
HIST367 Issues in Church History: Australia and America
HIST 384/584 Religions of the Ancient Near East
HIST 385/585 Women and Religion
HIST 386/586 Buddhism: A History
HIST 387/587 Earliest Christianity: Social Context and Sacred Text
HIST 388/588 The Pagan Religions of Ancient Greece and Rome
PHIL 303/403 Epistemology: The Enlightenment and Beyond
PHIL 313/413 Philosophy of Religion: East and West

Career Opportunities

The course will be particularly helpful for those teaching or wishing to teach the Studies in Religion syllabus within secondary schools. It will also enhance the career opportunities for those wishing to practice professions which deal with clients from multi-cultural groups in Australia and internationally - legal professionals, medical professionals, counsellors and social workers, those involved in international business, department of foreign affairs, international volunteer and aid agencies, the tourism industry, and many more.
Advanced Standing

Not more than six credit points of advanced standing may be granted toward the Graduate Certificate.
Other Benefits

Graduates of this award are eligible to apply for the Master of Arts (Studies in Religion) and may receive advanced standing toward the Master of Arts for up to 24 credit points at 400 level, based on 400-level units completed in the Graduate Certificate.
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