PHIL 1008 Religion - Commencing in 2026

Credit Points 5

Description This subject imparts Islamic teachings to shape students' character, emphasising critical thinking and positive attitudes. Students learn Islamic knowledge, religious disposition, practice, commitment, confidence, and competence. The curriculum explores these teachings' application in individual, familial, societal, and citizenship contexts. Through discussions and analysis, students internalise these teachings for practical integration into their lives, fostering a holistic approach to personal and communal identity.

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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject

Restrictions

Only available to students enrolled at Surabaya campus.

Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate proficiency in embodying Islamic principles, including ethical conduct, adherence to teachings, and religious moderation.
  2. Apply foundational Islamic knowledge, encompassing beliefs (Islam, Iman, and Ihsan), Qur'anic interaction, and understanding mosque roles.
  3. Evaluate Islam's interaction with diverse cultures and its perspective on economy, politics, gender, and sexual abuse.
  4. Explore Sufi teachings to promote mental health and spiritual well-being.
  5. Shape and affirm Muslim identity through a nuanced understanding of Islamic teachings and their relevance in contemporary society.
  6. Analyse the impact of international technology on Islam, recognizing opportunities and challenges.
  7. Develop strategies for building an ideal Muslim family based on Islamic values of love, respect, and mutual support.

Subject Content

  1. Introduction
  2. How to have a good religion
  3. Redefining Iman, Islam and Ihsan
  4. Acquiring mental health with Sufism Teaching (Tasawuf)
  5. Building ideal relationship with Qur’an
  6. Mosque and Islam Development
  7. The importance of Religious Moderation
  8. Islam and culture acculturation
  9. Islam and Economy
  10. Moslem Identity and its challenges : global perspective
  11. Information Technology and Islam
  12. Islam and Politics
  13. Islam perspective on Gender and sexual abuse
  14. Building Ideal Moslem Family

Prescribed Texts

  • Yani M Turhan, dkk. Pendidikan Agama Islam Kontekstualisasi di Perguruan Tinggi, Surabaya: Unesa University Press