Course
Course 7.5 credits • COSM38
What does it mean to study religion and society in contemporary East and South-East Asia? How does religion shape and is shaped by “modern” or “post-industrial” societies of East and South-East Asia?
In this course we examine different religions and religious developments and practices through the medium of ethnographic writings and film.
The course explores the main religious traditions in the region such as Buddhism, Islam, Christianity, and Shinto, as well as folk religious traditions and new religions. Religion is studied from an anthropological perspective that provides a deeper understanding of the socio-economic and political context of religious practices and communities. Religion is also studied in relation to gender, race, ethnicity, environment, economics, and technology.
Study period:
autumn semester 2023
Type of studies:
full time,
day
Study period:
2023-10-27 – 2023-11-28
Language of instruction:
English
Application code:
LU-19553
Eligibility:
To be admitted to the course, the student must have a degree of Bachelor in social sciences or humanities or the equivalent.
Oral and written proficiency in English corresponding to English 6/B from Swedish upper secondary school is a requirement. International qualifications will be assessed in accordance with national guidelines.
A general exemption from the requirement of proficiency in Swedish is applied.
- Schedule
- Exam schedule
- Canvas COSM38 - Asian Studies: Religion and Society in East and South-East Asia
- Library Guide
Information on included parts
- Individual seminar assignment , 2.5 credits
- Individual home exam , 5 credits