RSOC 22 - Understan Civ:Islam & the West

Institution:

Santa Clara University

Subject:

Religion & Society

Description:

This course aims to introduce North American college students to the religion and culture of Islam and how these relate to the Western world (centred on Europe and North America). The course adopts an historical approach, charting developments in the Middle East since the rise of Islam, and contextualising the current relationship between Islam and the West. A number of key issues are addressed in order to examine and challenge stereotypes and demystify the Other.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.scu.edu

Phone Number:

(408) 554-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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