Ireland
University College Cork (UCC)| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) | Full-time | find out | September | EU 3000 | EUR 3000 |
Overview
Unique in Ireland, this course explores traditions such as Buddhism, Islam, Indian and East Asian religions, different forms of Christianity, indigenous religion, Judaism, Sikhism, Zoroastrianism and new religious movements.
Religions matter. Every world-news bulletin has stories about the impact of religions on individuals and communities. Whether in India, Ireland or Iran, forms and expressions of religion are constantly changing. Some people turn to "alternative" spiritualities in quest of personal fulfilment, while others seek to strengthen "traditional" religious values in a fast-changing world.
Religions and Global Diversity is the study of religions, and is a course offered only at UCC, with its tradition of independent thinking. Unlike traditional theology courses, Religions and Global Diversity does not assume you are a believer and is not about promoting religion. It's a fascinating subject for anyone with an interest in the power of religion, whether or not you follow a religion.
Course Details
Year 1 Modules:
RG1001 Religions in the Contemporary: An Introduction to the Study of Religions (15 credits)
Years 2 Modules:
Islam: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives; Christianities in a Global Age; Authority and Community in Contemporary Christianity; Contemporary Religions in Ireland; Indigenous Religions; Western Esotericism and New Religious Movements; Hinduism and Indian Religions; Korean Religions and Philosophical Traditions; Religions of East Asia; Buddhism in Practice; Religions, Gender and Sexuality; Islam - Film, Media and Music; Asian Languages
Year 3*/4 Modules:
Islam: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives; Christianities in a Global Age; Contemporary Religions in Ireland; Western Esotericism and New Religious Movements; Authority and Community in Contemporary Christianity; Indigenous Religions; Hinduism and Indian Religions; Korean Religious and Philosophical Traditions; Dissertation in the Study of Religions; Religions of East Asia; Buddhism in Practice; Religions, Gender and Sexuality; Islam - Film, Media and Music; Asian Languages
*BA International students spend third year studying in an approved foreign university in a country of the student's major language or subject. They will return to complete their final year in UCC in year 4.
Other details
To qualify as a teacher of RE in Ireland, you must take at least half of your degree in Religions and Global Diversity, including the following compulsory modules: Authority & Community in Contemporary Christianities; Christianities in a Global Age; Islam: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives. This is a requirement of the Teaching Council.
See College Calendar for additional information on the Programme and the Book of Modules for further information on modules.
Fact File
Course Code: CK101
Course Title: Arts
Subject Title: Religions and Global Diversity
College: Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences
Teaching Mode: Full-time
Qualifications: BA (Hons)
NFQ Level: Level 8
Costs: Full-time EU/EEA/Swiss State undergraduate students may be exempt from paying tuition fees. The State will pay the tuition fees for students who satisfy the Free Fees Criteria. In 2016/17 the Student Contribution Charge will be EUR 3,000 and the Capitation Fee will be EUR 165.
2017 Entry Requirements: Refer to CK101, CK108
Entry Points: CK101: 350 in 2015. Points may vary each year.
Assessment
There are no written exams. All our modules use other forms of assessment.
In Year 1, assessment is by coursework only (two essays, a learning journal and an independent team presentation project). There is no unseen exam.
In Years 2 and 3, assessment of modulesis by varied methods including essays, presentations, in-class tests, learning journals and fieldwork research reports.
Application Procedure
Refer to CK101and CK108. Students choose Arts subjects when registering for first year.
Further Contact Information
Catherine Sullivan and Eimear Corcoran
Administrators
T: +353 (0)21 490 2825
You are welcome to contact any member of department staff either via the email above or using the individual staff contact details listed here.
2017 Entry Requirements: Refer to CK101, CK108
Entry Points: CK101: 350 in 2015. Points may vary each year.
Contact University College Cork (UCC) to find course entry requirements.
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