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THEOREL 318

: Special Topic: Religion, Trauma and Suffering
2023 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II in the BA Schedule
Restriction: THEOREL 210
2977

THEOREL 319

: Theory and Method in Religious Studies
2021 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II from the BA Schedule
2978

THEOREL 320

: Religion in New Zealand
2025 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 201
2979

THEOREL 320

: Religion in New Zealand
2023 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOLOGY 201, THEOREL 201
2980

THEOREL 321

: Comparative Religion and Society
2025 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 221
2981

THEOREL 321

: Comparative Religion and Society
2024 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 221
2982

THEOREL 321

: Comparative Religion and Society
2022 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 221
2983

THEOREL 322

: Religion, Climate Change and Justice
2024 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 222
2984

THEOREL 323

: How People Became Things: Christianity, Colonisation and Race
2024 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.
Subject: Theological & Religious Studs
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage II
Restriction: THEOREL 223
2985

TONGAN 101

: Tongan Language 1
2025 Semester One (1253)
Gives students an introduction to the structure of Tongan as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand simple sentence structure and composition.
Subject: Tongan
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2986

TONGAN 101

: Tongan Language 1
2024 Semester One (1243)
Gives students an introduction to the structure of Tongan as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand simple sentence structure and composition.
Subject: Tongan
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2987

TONGAN 101

: Tongan Language 1
2023 Semester One (1233)
Gives students an introduction to the structure of Tongan as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand simple sentence structure and composition.
Subject: Tongan
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2988

TONGAN 101

: Tongan Language 1
2022 Semester One (1223)
Gives students an introduction to the structure of Tongan as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand simple sentence structure and composition.
Subject: Tongan
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2989

TONGAN 101

: Tongan Language 1
2021 Semester One (1213)
Gives students an introduction to the structure of Tongan as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand simple sentence structure and composition.
Subject: Tongan
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2990

TONGAN 101

: Tongan Language 1
2020 Semester One (1203)
Gives students an introduction to the structure of Tongan as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand simple sentence structure and composition.
Subject: Tongan
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2991

TONGAN 101G

: Tongan Language 1
2021 Semester One (1213)
Gives students an introduction to the structure of Tongan as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand simple sentence structure and composition.
Subject: Tongan
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2992

TONGAN 101G

: Tongan Language 1
2020 Semester One (1203)
Gives students an introduction to the structure of Tongan as well as allowing them to develop basic language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Designed for students with little or no knowledge of the language, and for those with some fluency wishing to understand simple sentence structure and composition.
Subject: Tongan
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2993

TONGAN 201

: Tongan Language 2
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Extends language fluency developed in TONGAN 101 by progressively introducing more challenging reading and writing tasks, such as narrating myths and legends and describing aspects of Tongan culture.
Subject: Tongan
Prerequisite: TONGAN 101
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2994

TONGAN 201

: Tongan Language 2
2024 Semester Two (1245)
Extends language fluency developed in TONGAN 101 by progressively introducing more challenging reading and writing tasks, such as narrating myths and legends and describing aspects of Tongan culture.
Subject: Tongan
Prerequisite: TONGAN 101
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2995

TONGAN 201

: Tongan Language 2
2023 Semester Two (1235)
Extends language fluency developed in TONGAN 101 by progressively introducing more challenging reading and writing tasks, such as narrating myths and legends and describing aspects of Tongan culture.
Subject: Tongan
Prerequisite: TONGAN 101
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2996

TONGAN 201

: Tongan Language 2
2022 Semester Two (1225)
Extends language fluency developed in TONGAN 101 by progressively introducing more challenging reading and writing tasks, such as narrating myths and legends and describing aspects of Tongan culture.
Subject: Tongan
Prerequisite: TONGAN 101
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2997

TONGAN 201

: Tongan Language 2
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Extends language fluency developed in TONGAN 101 by progressively introducing more challenging reading and writing tasks, such as narrating myths and legends and describing aspects of Tongan culture.
Subject: Tongan
Prerequisite: TONGAN 101
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2998

TONGAN 201

: Tongan Language 2
2020 Semester Two (1205)
Extends language fluency developed in TONGAN 101 by progressively introducing more challenging reading and writing tasks, such as narrating myths and legends and describing aspects of Tongan culture.
Subject: Tongan
Prerequisite: TONGAN 101
Restriction: May not be taken if a more advanced language acquisition course in this subject has previously been passed
2999

TONGAN 301

: Tongan Language 3
2025 Semester One (1253)
Extends the level of fluency and literacy developed in TONGAN 201. Skills in oral and written Tongan will be extended through intensive study of Tongan history and culture.
Subject: Tongan
Prerequisite: TONGAN 201
3000

TONGAN 301

: Tongan Language 3
2024 Semester One (1243)
Extends the level of fluency and literacy developed in TONGAN 201. Skills in oral and written Tongan will be extended through intensive study of Tongan history and culture.
Subject: Tongan
Prerequisite: TONGAN 201