PHIL 2011 The Qur'an: An Introduction

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Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 101911

Coordinator Jan Ali Opens in new window

Description This unit is an introduction, in English translation, to the most important text of Islam, the Qur'an, which Muslims regard as the primary source of Islam. Students will study: the origins of the Qur'an, its overall structure and content, major themes, approaches to its interpretation, and its function in Muslim religious, social, cultural and political life. The themes and topics covered (such as God, ethics, women, state, inter-faith relations, and violence) should assist students in understanding contemporary debates on the relevance of Islam today.

School Humanities & Comm Arts

Discipline Religious Studies

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject

Pre-requisite(s) HUMN 1047

Equivalent Subjects LANG 2017 - Great Texts of Islam Qur'an and Hadith

Restrictions Successful completion of 40 credit points of study in currently enrolled program.

Assessment

The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.

Item Length Percent Threshold Individual/Group Task
Essay 1,000 words 30 N Individual
Multiple Choice 500 words x 2 30 N Individual
Essay 1,500 words 40 N Individual

Prescribed Texts

  • Saeed, Abdullah. The Qur'an: An Introduction. London: Routledge, 2008.

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