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1001
THEOREL 314
: Special Topic: The Evolution and Psychology of Religion2020 Semester One (1203)
Approaches religion as a dimension of human biology, psychology, and social life. We consider how approaches in the human sciences clarify patterns of individual and cultural variation in the expression of religion and spirituality. Topics include the evolution of religion and cooperation, social inequality, ecology, virtue, transformational experiences, collective rituals and the diverse social functions of religion.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 214
Restriction: THEOREL 214
1002
THEOREL 315
: Danger and Desire: The Bible and Visual Culture2020 Semester One (1203)
Explores the ways that biblical themes of sexuality, gender, sin, and desire, are represented in the visual arts, including fine art, advertising, and film. Students will learn how artists’ cultural contexts shape and inspire their visual interpretations of the Bible, and how these interpretations have influenced cultural discourses of gender and sexuality throughout history.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II from the BA Schedule
Restriction: THEOREL 212, 215, 312,
Restriction: THEOREL 212, 215, 312,
1003
THEOREL 316
: Early Christianity2025 Semester One (1253)
Examines the history of Christianity from its origins in Palestinian and diaspora Judaism through to its official endorsement by the Roman Empire at the end of the fourth century. Explores how various traditions about Jesus evolved, how Christians both accommodated and resisted the wider culture, and how norms for “orthodoxy” (correct teaching) gradually took shape.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II in the BA Schedule
Restriction: THEOREL 216
Restriction: THEOREL 216
1004
THEOREL 316
: Early Christianity2023 Semester Two (1235)
Examines the history of Christianity from its origins in Palestinian and diaspora Judaism through to its official endorsement by the Roman Empire at the end of the fourth century. Explores how various traditions about Jesus evolved, how Christians both accommodated and resisted the wider culture, and how norms for “orthodoxy” (correct teaching) gradually took shape.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II in the BA Schedule
Restriction: CTHTHEO 252, 352, THEOREL 216, THEOLOGY 104
Restriction: CTHTHEO 252, 352, THEOREL 216, THEOLOGY 104
1005
THEOREL 316
: Early Christianity2021 Semester One (1213)
Examines the history of Christianity from its origins in Palestinian and diaspora Judaism through to its official endorsement by the Roman Empire at the end of the fourth century. Explores how various traditions about Jesus evolved, how Christians both accommodated and resisted the wider culture, and how norms for “orthodoxy” (correct teaching) gradually took shape.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II in the BA Schedule
Restriction: CTHTHEO 252, 352, THEOREL 216, THEOLOGY 104
Restriction: CTHTHEO 252, 352, THEOREL 216, THEOLOGY 104
1006
THEOREL 318
: Making Sense of Suffering and Trauma2025 Semester Two (1255)
An exploration of how recent insights into trauma and suffering intersect with theology and religion. Students will learn about ways in which religious narratives and practices have contributed to trauma and suffering, as well as possibilities for resistance and relief. The course will include engagements with trauma and suffering across a range of contexts.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 210
Restriction: THEOREL 210
1007
THEOREL 318
: Special Topic: Religion, Trauma and Suffering2023 Semester Two (1235)
An exploration of how recent insights into trauma and suffering intersect with theology and religion. Students will learn about ways in which religious narratives and practices have contributed to trauma and suffering, as well as possibilities for resistance and relief. The course will include engagements with trauma and suffering across a range of contexts.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II in the BA Schedule
Restriction: THEOREL 210
Restriction: THEOREL 210
1008
THEOREL 319
: Theory and Method in Religious Studies2021 Semester One (1213)
Examines key theories and methods used in the multidisciplinary study of religion. Although dedicated to social-scientific theories of religion, it also covers textual, historical, feminist/queer, and psychological theories. It will provide students with a critical understanding of the diversity of approaches used in the field and raise awareness about the possibilities for framing their own research.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II from the BA Schedule
1009
THEOREL 320
: Religion in New Zealand2025 Semester One (1253)
An exploration of living religions in contemporary New Zealand, surveying the beliefs, traditions and practices that are central to religious groups in New Zealand and their interactions with contemporary culture both locally and globally. Comparative study of religion in New Zealand, in such topics as religion and ritual, exploring belief, and interfaith dialogue.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 201
Restriction: THEOREL 201
1010
THEOREL 320
: Religion in New Zealand2023 Semester One (1233)
An exploration of living religions in contemporary New Zealand, surveying the beliefs, traditions and practices that are central to religious groups in New Zealand and their interactions with contemporary culture both locally and globally. Comparative study of religion in New Zealand, in such topics as religion and ritual, exploring belief, and interfaith dialogue.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOLOGY 201, THEOREL 201
Restriction: THEOLOGY 201, THEOREL 201
1011
THEOREL 321
: Comparative Religion and Society2025 Summer School (1250)
Examines the social theories of religion. An empirical approach to the study of religion, which constructs theories and arguments about its social forms and significance through the collection and analysis of data. Global case studies will be used to consider the power of religion both as a force for social cohesion as well as disruption and social change.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 221
Restriction: THEOREL 221
1012
THEOREL 321
: Comparative Religion and Society2024 Semester One (1243)
Examines the social theories of religion. An empirical approach to the study of religion, which constructs theories and arguments about its social forms and significance through the collection and analysis of data. Global case studies will be used to consider the power of religion both as a force for social cohesion as well as disruption and social change.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 221
Restriction: THEOREL 221
1013
THEOREL 321
: Comparative Religion and Society2022 Semester Two (1225)
Examines the social theories of religion. An empirical approach to the study of religion, which constructs theories and arguments about its social forms and significance through the collection and analysis of data. Global case studies will be used to consider the power of religion both as a force for social cohesion as well as disruption and social change.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 221
Restriction: THEOREL 221
1014
THEOREL 322
: Religion, Climate Change and Justice2024 Semester Two (1245)
An exploration of the influence of religion on how we understand and relate to the natural world. Students will learn about some religious ideas that have contributed to the current climate crisis, as well as the role that religion and spirituality are playing in responses to this crisis.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 222
Restriction: THEOREL 222
1015
THEOREL 323
: How People Became Things: Christianity, Colonisation and Race2024 Semester One (1243)
An exploration of theological and religious ideas that supported colonisation and contributed to a wider transformation of identity, land and economics. Students will learn about some of the ideas and beliefs that were integral to the progression of colonialism, as well as the role of religion in various forms of resistance.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 223
Restriction: THEOREL 223
1016
ANCHIST 792
: Dissertation2021 Semester Two (1215)
To complete this course students must enrol in ANCHIST 792 A and B, or ANCHIST 792
Outline is not available yet
1017
ANCHIST 792
: Dissertation2021 Semester One (1213)
To complete this course students must enrol in ANCHIST 792 A and B, or ANCHIST 792
Outline is not available yet
1018
ANCHIST 792A
: Dissertation2021 Semester Two (1215)
To complete this course students must enrol in ANCHIST 792 A and B, or ANCHIST 792
Outline is not available yet
1019
ANCHIST 792A
: Dissertation2021 Semester One (1213)
To complete this course students must enrol in ANCHIST 792 A and B, or ANCHIST 792
Outline is not available yet
1020
ANCHIST 792B
: Dissertation2021 Semester Two (1215)
To complete this course students must enrol in ANCHIST 792 A and B, or ANCHIST 792
Outline is not available yet
1021
ANCHIST 792B
: Dissertation2021 Semester One (1213)
To complete this course students must enrol in ANCHIST 792 A and B, or ANCHIST 792
Outline is not available yet
1022
ANCHIST 796B
: Thesis2021 Semester Two (1215)
Prerequisite: A BA(Hons) in Ancient History with at least Second Class Honours, First Division, or equivalent
To complete this course students must enrol in ANCHIST 796 A and B
Outline is not available yet
1023
ANCHIST 796B
: Thesis2021 Semester One (1213)
Prerequisite: A BA(Hons) in Ancient History with at least Second Class Honours, First Division, or equivalent
To complete this course students must enrol in ANCHIST 796 A and B
Outline is not available yet
1024
ANCHIST 799A
: Thesis part-time2021 Semester One (1213)
No pre-requisites or restrictions
Outline is not available yet
1025
ANCHIST 799B
: Thesis part-time2021 Semester Two (1215)
No pre-requisites or restrictions
Outline is not available yet