Sociology of Religion
In this subject some of the main sociological approaches to the study of religion will be considered. The unit will be orientated particularly to the tension between religion and social theory in the evolution of sociological thought. It addresses the impact of religion and religious bodies on Australian society and politics. The unit will focus on the relation of theory and practice, on the research of contemporary religious practice, and on the contemporary relevance of major theorists in the sociology of religion. It will address issues such as Buddhism, Fundamentalism(s), gender in religion, globalisation, Islam, modernity/post modernity, neo-paganism, networks in spiritualities, New Age, popular culture, and new religious movements.
University-specific Information
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- Griffith University, QLD
- Subject 2609Art: http://www3.griffith.edu.au/03/STIP4/app?page=CourseEntry&service=external&sp=S2609ART
- University of Melbourne, VIC
- Subject 110-256: https://app.portal.unimelb.edu.au/CSCApplication/view/2008/110-256
- University of Western Sydney, NSW
- Unit 101359.1: http://handbook.uws.edu.au/hbook/unit.asp?unit=101359.2