Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LI Buddhism
School	Phil, Theology and Religion
Department	Theology and Religion
Module Code	09 35216
Module Lead	Elizabeth Harris
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-21 hours Practical Classes and workshops-5 hours External Visits-4 hours Guided independent study-170 hours Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description	This module will provide an overview of the Buddhist tradition, covering historical backgrounds and subsequent development; key concepts and teachings, including the Four Noble Truths, concepts of ‘no-self’, emptiness, rebirth and enlightenment; the diversity of traditions; and practice. Contemporary movements and issues will be explored, and there will be an opportunity to engage with Buddhist communities in the West Midlands.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Understand the key aspects and factors of the historical development of Buddhism; Articulate and evaluate the key teachings and ideas of Buddhism; Demonstrate an awareness of the diversity of the Buddhist tradition; Demonstrate an awareness of contemporary expressions of Buddhism.
Assessment	35216-01 : 1000 word Presentation Handout : Coursework (25%) 35216-02 : 3000 word Essay : Coursework (75%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 1 x 1000 word academic review of a book recommended in the module’s resource list - excluding the essential texts (25%). AND 1 x 3000 word essay (75%) Reassessment: As above.
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