Undergraduate Course: Christian Encounters in Asia, 1700 to the Present (ECHS10019)
Course Outline
| School | School of Divinity |
College | College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 10 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Credits | 20 |
| Home subject area | History of Christianity |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | This course surveys the varied fortunes of Christianity in Asia since 1700, paying particular attention to India and China. Issues of western imperialism, the impact of nationalism, ecumenical initiatives, the significance of the majority religious environment, and the development of indigenous Asian theologies will be central. |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites | It is recommended visiting students have taken a survey course in History of Christianity in another institution. |
| Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? | Yes |
Course Delivery Information
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course students should:
1) acquire a broad familiarity with the main trends shaping the varied history of the churches in Asian contexts;
2) develop an understanding of the complex issues of identity often faced by Christians in Asia;
3) gain an appreciation of the ambiguities of the relationship between 'religion' and 'culture';
4) be able to interpret and critique contemporary Asian theologies.
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Assessment Information
Essay of 2,000 words (30%);
2-hour examination (60%);
main blog of 1,000 words on a primary text (5%);
participation in blogs and seminars (5%). |
Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
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| Syllabus |
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| Transferable skills |
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| Reading list |
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| Study Abroad |
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| Study Pattern |
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| Keywords | Asia, Christianity, imperialism, nationalism, ecumenism, religious dialogue, indigenisation, context |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Prof Brian Stanley
Tel:
Email: brian.stanley@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Mrs Joanne Cannon
Tel: (0131 6)50 8900
Email: j.cannon@ed.ac.uk |
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