School Of Humanities And Communication ArtsUnderstanding Islam and Muslim Societies (WSTC)Western Sydney University Unit Code: 700160.2
Discipline: SOCIOLOGY
Student Contribution Band: 4
Level: 1
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
101462 - Understanding Islam and Muslim Societies
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled at Western Sydney University, The College. Students enrolled in Extended Diplomas must pass 40 credit points from the preparatory units listed in the course structure prior to enrolling in this University level unit.
About this Unit
This is an introductory level unit that forms part of the Islamic Studies major. The unit will contribute to the development of sound disciplinary expertise in the academic study of Islam - historical and sociological. The unit will familiarise students with critical approaches to the study of Islam that touch on its origins and development, formation of traditions, social structures and institutions as well as familiarising students with issues regarding Islam in the Western context. The unit will assist students to develop cross-cultural awareness and interaction, communication and interpersonal skills, inventiveness and a capacity for independent thinking and analysis and problem solving skills.