This course is designed to teach the basic concepts and approaches in sociology of religion. This course will provide information on contemporary debates and theoretical discussions on religion and modernity. Further discussions on the connections between religion and gender, violence, social movements and migration will also be offered within the scope of this course.
Upon successful completion of this course, a student will be able to:
Identify the concepts fundamental to studies on religion and religious communities.
Explain prominent theoretical approaches about the role of religion in modern societies.
Analyze the current social and political debates around religion, religion and gender, religion and social movements, and religion and migration in various societies across the world and throughout the history.
Design original research projects highlighting religiosity, religious attitudes as well as practices, in addition to the connections between religion and other social institutions.
Apply the ideas and concepts from sociology of religion to other subfields of sociology.
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Course Readings | 30 |
| Exams/Quizzes | 50 |
| Oral Presentation | 15 |