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POSC 3800 Federalism in Canada
examines relationships between governments in the Canadian federation ranging from high-profile disputes to efficient diplomacy. This course reviews longstanding intergovernmental stresses such as the constitution, legislative powers, legal matters, Indigenous governance, local government, sub-state nationalism and wealth distribution.
EQ: Law and Public Policy 3800

POSC 3810 Executive-Level Governance in Canada
explores the roles of political elites, such as prime ministers, premiers and ministers, and executive institutions in government such as the Prime Minister's Office and the Privy Council Office, in addressing and shaping important policies and political issues in Canada.
EQ: Law and Public Policy 3810

POSC 3820 Canadian Politics and the Constitution
examines critical issues of Canadian constitutional law. The development of the Canadian Constitution and processes of judicial review, as well as the legal development of federalism and protection of civil rights, are examined in detail.
EQ: Law and Public Policy 3820

POSC 3825 Canadian Judicial System
emphasizes how the judicial system and law are intertwined with politics and public policy in Canada.
EQ: Law and Public Policy 3825, the former LWSO 2000

POSC 3830 Indigenous Peoples: Concepts of Land, the Law and the Constitution
traces the historical development of Indigenous land and resource rights; colonial and Canadian law; and the Constitution of Canada as it relates to the First Nations, Inuit and Metis people of Canada. The developing concept of Indigenous law is presented within the context of the treaty process, Indian Act, contemporary land claims, the Canadian Constitution, and federal/provincial relations.
CR: the former Law and Society 3012
EQ: Law and Public Policy 3830, the former Law and Society 3830

POSC 3850 Canadian Political Economy
introduces students to major debates about the role of the state in Canadian economic development and public policy. Topics may include: the challenges of natural resource dependency, regionalism, globalization, and the relationship between Canada and the United States.
EQ: Law and Public Policy 3850, the former POSC 3650

POSC 3860 Media and Politics in Canada
focuses on the role, functions, and purposes of various types of media in Canadian politics and society.

POSC 3880 Newfoundland and Labrador Government and Politics
is a study of the government and political process in Newfoundland and Labrador. Topics may include electoral behaviour and attitudes, the party system, leadership styles, the consequences of federalism, and public administration.

POSC 3900-3979 (Excluding 3905) Special Topics in Political Science
will have topics announced by the Department.
CR: credit restrictions will be designated on a course-by-course basis

POSC 3980-3999 Special Topics in European Politics: Harlow
courses are offered only at the Harlow (England) Campus and explore selected facets of politics.
CR: credit restrictions will be designated on a course-by-course basis

POSC 4010 Honours Essay I
PR: POSC 2200, or the instructor’s permission

POSC 4255 Controversies in Political Economy
examines current political and public policy challenges from a global political economy perspective. Topics may include the global politics of the environment, food, development, finance, and/or security. All sections of this course follow International Studies guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/IS.
EQ: Law and Public Policy 4255
PR: POSC 2200 or the instructor’s permission

POSC 4290 Politics of the Global South
introduces political issues common to various regions of Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Discussions centre on global political and economic processes that have shaped the Global South, such as colonialism, the Cold War, development narratives, foreign aid and humanitarian interventions, neoliberal globalization, and the rise of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa). All sections of this course follow International Studies guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/IS.
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or the instructor’s permission

POSC 4315 Democracy and the Phantom Public
considers the relationship between public opinion and representative government through a comprehensive review of theoretical perspectives and empirical debates in the study of mass political attitudes.
EQ: the former POSC 4320
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or the instructor's permission

POSC 4325 Asian Politics
analyses the history and development of political change in a selection of Asian states, with a focus on contemporary challenges that they face in a globalized political environment.
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or the instructor's permission

POSC 4330 Comparative Political Representation
studies the relationship between citizens, political institutions, and political outcomes.
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or the instructor's permission

POSC 4340 Gender and Political Behaviour
focuses on the role of gender in structuring political behaviour and participation. Focusing primarily on Canada and the United States, this course assesses patterns of political engagement, public opinion, and gendered structures of political power.
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or the instructor's permission

POSC 4360 Contentious Politics - Protest, Violence and Terrorism
examines protest and movement politics, insurgent and counter-insurgent politics, terrorism, and revolution.
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or the instructor's permission

POSC 4370 Democracy and Democratization
is a comparative study of the conditions necessary to develop and sustain democratic regimes and the circumstances under which transitions to democracy succeed or fail. The course will examine theoretical materials and apply them to recent and historical transitions to democratic rule.
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or the instructor’s permission

POSC 4385 Religion and Politics
POSC 4370 Democracy and Democratization
is a comparative study of the conditions necessary to develop and sustain democratic regimes and the circumstances under which transitions to democracy succeed or fail. The course will examine theoretical materials and apply them to recent and historical transitions to democratic rule.
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or the instructor’s permission

POSC 4385 Religion and Politics
examines the relationships between religion and politics in modernity. Topics may include: secularism and secularization theory; civil religion; religion as a variable in politics, party formation and voting patterns; the role of religion in colonization/decolonization and reconciliation; religion in public spheres; political theologies; religious factors informing extremism, social polarization, and authoritarianism; religious freedoms, tolerance, accommodation, and the law; war and terrorism; religion in foreign policy and international relations theory.
EQ: Religious Studies 4385
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or Religious Studies, or the instructor's permission

POSC 4630 Policy Design and Delivery
involves students working on a major project to gain experience applying public policy models and analysis techniques as they attempt to improve a real-world existing public policy within the constraints of finite resources and political realities. 
EQ: Law and Public Policy 4630
PR: POSC 2600 or Law and Public Policy 2600 or POSC 3600 or Law and Public Policy 3600 or the instructor’s permission

POSC 4640 Democratic Innovations in Public Policy
explores the exciting field of participatory innovations in democratic governance and public policy. The goal is to identify proposals that generate effective citizen participation and engagement while addressing pressing public problems. Discussions are grounded in an analysis of real-world cases, from elections and criminal justice to international development and urban planning.
CR: the former Political Science 4120
EQ: Law and Public Policy 4640

POSC 4840 Political Parties in Canada
is an in-depth examination of Canadian political parties.
PR: POSC 2800 or the instructor's permission

POSC 4860 Elections in Canada
is an examination of elections in the Canadian political system, with an emphasis on candidates, parties, voters, electioneering activities and campaign regulations.
PR: POSC 2800 or the instructor's permission

POSC 4890 Municipal Government and Politics in Canada
is an examination of the theory, structure and operation of local governments in Canada.
EQ: the former POSC 3890, the former POSC 4904
PR: POSC 2800 or the instructor's permission

POSC 4900-4990 (Excluding 4903-4905, 4950 and 4951) Special Topics in Political Science
will have a seminar topic announced by the Department.
CR: will be designated on a course-by-course basis
PR: will be designated on a course-by-course basis
EQ: Political Science 3260

LWPP 3290 Human Security
examines political concepts and government policies related to international security contexts, such as the displacement of citizens, food supply issues, energy, information flows, war and/or the environment. All sections of this course follow International Studies guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/IS.
CR: the former Political Science 3391
EQ: Political Science 3290

LWPP 3295 Migration and Security
explores how population movements, both within and across borders, impact international, national, and human security. All sections of this course follow International Studies guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/IS.
EQ: Political Science 3295

LWPP 3315 Gender and Sexuality in Canadian Law
looks at legal issues affecting gender and sexuality in Canada, such as equality, family law, gender and crime.
EQ: the former LWSO 3015

LWPP 3385 Religion and the Law in Contemporary Canada
examines contemporary legal debates on the place and contours of ‘religion’ in Canada. Through consideration of a number of post-Charter Supreme Court of Canada decisions, as well as sociological research on different religious communities, we delve into the changing meanings of religious diversity in Canada.
EQ: Political Science 3385, Religious Studies 3385, the former Religious Studies 2850

LWPP 3600 Comparative Public Policy
is an examination of the relationship between public policy development and changes in the social and economic policy environment. Students will apply theories and models of public policy to a variety of topical case studies in established democracies.
EQ: Political Science 3600
PR: prior successful completion of LWPP 2600 or Political Science 2600 is recommended but not required

LWPP 3620 Law and Judicial Authority
reviews and critiques traditional theories about law. The concept of law as a process of authoritative decision-making will be used to examine the function of judicial authority.
CR: the former Political Science 3521
EQ: Political Science 3620

LWPP 3640 Ethics, Leadership, and Policy Analysis
examines the political, professional, and ethical trade-offs faced by public servants and other actors working to advance the common good. Students will be trained in moral reasoning and strategic thinking through exposure to several real-world policy cases on topics ranging from whistleblowing and the management of conflicts of interest, to the challenges of exercising leadership in professional environments that are politically and ethically complex.
EQ: Political Science 3640
PR: LWPP 2600 or Political Science 2600

LWPP 3800 Federalism in Canada
examines relationships between governments in the Canadian federation ranging from high-profile disputes to efficient diplomacy. This course reviews longstanding intergovernmental stresses such as the constitution, legislative powers, legal matters, Indigenous governance, local government, sub-state nationalism, and wealth distribution.
EQ: Political Science 3800

LWPP 3810 Executive-Level Governance in Canada
LWPP 3800 Federalism in Canada
examines relationships between governments in the Canadian federation ranging from high-profile disputes to efficient diplomacy. This course reviews longstanding intergovernmental stresses such as the constitution, legislative powers, legal matters, Indigenous governance, local government, sub-state nationalism, and wealth distribution.
EQ: Political Science 3800

LWPP 3810 Executive-Level Governance in Canada
explores the roles of political elites, such as prime ministers, premiers, and ministers, and executive institutions in government such as the Prime Minister's Office and the Privy Council Office, in addressing and shaping important political issues in Canada.
EQ: Political Science 3810

LWPP 3820 Canadian Politics and the Constitution
uses a casebook approach to examine critical issues of Canadian constitutional law. The development of the Canadian Constitution and processes of judicial review, as well as the legal development of federalism and protection of civil rights, are examined in detail.
EQ: Political Science 3820

LWPP 3825 Canadian Judicial System
emphasizes how the judicial system and law are intertwined with politics and public policy in Canada.
EQ: Political Science 3825, the former LWSO 2000

LWPP 3830 Indigenous Peoples: Concepts of Land, the Law, and the Constitution
traces the historical development of Indigenous land and resource rights; colonial and Canadian law; and the Constitution of Canada as it relates to the First Nations, Inuit, and Metis people of Canada. The developing concept of Indigenous law is presented within the context of the treaty process, Indian Act, contemporary land claims, the Canadian Constitution, and federal/provincial relations.
CR: the former LWSO 3012
EQ: Political Science 3830 and the former LWSO 3830

LWPP 3850 Canadian Political Economy
introduces students to major debates about the role of the state in Canadian economic development and public policy. Topics may include: the challenges of natural resource dependency, regionalism, globalization, and the relationship between Canada and the United States.
EQ: Political Science 3850, the former Political Science 3650

LWPP 3900-3999 Special Topics in Law and Public Policy
will have topics announced by the Department.
CR: credit restrictions will be designated on a course-by-course basis.

LWPP 4255 Controversies in Political Economy
examines current political and public policy challenges from a global political economy perspective. Topics may include the global politics of the environment, food, development, finance, and/or security. All sections of this course follow International Studies guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/IS.
EQ: Political Science 4255
PR: Political Science 2200 or the instructor's permission

LWPP 4630 Policy Design and Delivery
involves students working on a major project to gain experience applying public policy models and analysis techniques as they attempt to improve a real-world existing public policy within the constraints of finite resources and political realities.
EQ: Political Science 4630
EQ: Political Science 4255
PR: Political Science 2200 or the instructor's permission

LWPP 4630 Policy Design and Delivery
involves students working on a major project to gain experience applying public policy models and analysis techniques as they attempt to improve a real-world existing public policy within the constraints of finite resources and political realities.
EQ: Political Science 4630
PR: Political Science 2600 or LWPP 2600 or Political Science 3600 or LWPP 3600 or the instructor’s permission

LWPP 4640 Democratic Innovations in Public Policy
explores the exciting field of participatory innovations in democratic governance and public policy. The goal is to identify proposals that generate effective citizen participation and engagement while addressing pressing public problems. Discussions are grounded in an analysis of real-world cases, from elections and criminal justice to international development and urban planning.
CR: the former Political Science 4120
EQ: Political Science 4640

LWPP 4900-4999 Special Topics in Law and Public Policy
will have a seminar topic announced by the Department.
CR: will be designated on a course-by-course basis
PR: will be designated on a course-by-course basis
Religious Studies
A tentative list of upcoming Religious Studies course offerings can be found at www.mun.ca/hss/courses.php.
Religious Studies courses are designated by RELS.
RELS 1000 The Religions of the World
is an introduction to the beliefs and practices of the world's religions.
CR: the former RELS 2010

RELS 1001 Critical Reading and Writing: Religion and Violence
examines the relationship between religion(s) and violence from Religious Studies perspectives. Students learn the principles of scholarly analysis appropriate to the study of religious phenomena, the elements of academic assessment, and the mechanics of academic writing. Emphasis is placed on critical reading and writing, analyzing texts, evaluating sources, framing questions, organizing paragraphs, developing effective arguments, and refining presentation of written work. All sections of this course follow Critical Reading and Writing Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/crw.

RELS 1040 Introduction to Chinese (Mandarin) I
will introduce students to the basics of Chinese vocabulary, characters, and grammar. Mandarin Chinese, the official dialect of China, Taiwan, and Singapore, will be taught. This course is not intended for native speakers. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
CR: the former RELS 4904

RELS 1041 Introduction to Chinese (Mandarin) II
is a continuation of RELS 1040. At the end of this course students should know over a hundred Chinese characters, which should enable them to read basic texts and carry on a simple conversation. This course is not intended for native speakers. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
CR: the former RELS 4911
PR: RELS 1040

RELS 1050 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew I
CR: the former RELS 4911
PR: RELS 1040

RELS 1050 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew I
is designed to introduce students to the elements of Biblical Hebrew in order to prepare them for reading the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament in the original. The emphasis will be upon learning the basic grammar and syntax of Biblical Hebrew. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
CR: the former RELS 3700, the former RELS 4900

RELS 1051 Introduction to Biblical Hebrew II
is a continuation of RELS 1050. The emphasis will be upon the reading of selected Hebrew texts. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
CR: the former RELS 3701, the former RELS 4901
PR: RELS 1050

RELS 1606 Sanskrit Language Study I
is an introduction to the Sanskrit language, to the (Devanagari) alphabet, basic grammar and foundational vocabulary with a focus on developing skills needed to read and translate Sanskrit texts. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
CR: the former RELS 4905
EQ: the former RELS 1060

RELS 2013 Christianity
is a study of the Christian tradition, its development and variety. The course will include an examination of the beliefs and practices of both Eastern and Western Christianity and a study of the main differences among the major Western denominations.
CR: the former RELS 2130, 2140

RELS 2022 Jesus at the Movies
examines how Jesus has been dramatized in film, investigating the reception of select Jesus films and cinematic Christ figures in academic, religious, and popular cultures, and reflecting on the sources and intentions informing the filmmaker's work.
EQ: the former RELS 1022

RELS 2050 The Old Testament
is an introduction to the historical background, literary structure, and content of the Old Testament. Emphasis will be placed on the authorship and dating of the various texts that comprise the Old Testament, as well as on major themes, figures, and events.

RELS 2051 The New Testament
is an introduction to the history and literary structure of the documents comprising the New Testament. Emphasis will be placed on the major themes found in these documents and on the distinctiveness of approach of the individual writers.

RELS 2070 Philosophy of Religion
explores the philosophical aspects of religious belief, religious language, and theology.
CR: the former Philosophy 3500, the former Religious Studies 3500
EQ: Philosophy 2070

RELS 2180 Jerusalem and the Politics of Sacred Space
RELS 2070 Philosophy of Religion
explores the philosophical aspects of religious belief, religious language, and theology.
CR: the former Philosophy 3500, the former Religious Studies 3500
EQ: Philosophy 2070

RELS 2180 Jerusalem and the Politics of Sacred Space
takes a social-constructivist approach in examining how narrative, ritual, and architecture are deployed in making a place sacred. The focus is on the city of Jerusalem, its place in the history and symbolism of three religious traditions (Judaism. Christianity and Islam), and the potential tensions and conflicts involved in processes of creating sacred geographies.

RELS 2205 History of Medieval Philosophy
examines and traces the historical developments of a number of philosophical themes, questions, and ideas throughout medieval philosophy by reading, analyzing, and discussing selected primary texts from philosophers and theologians from the 4th to 14th centuries. Authors may include Augustine, Proclus, Boethius, Al-Farabi Ibn Sina, Anselm, Ibn Rushd, Maimonides, Aquinas, Bonaventure, Scotus, and Ockham, among others.
EQ: Philosophy 2205, Medieval and Early Modern Studies 2205, the former Medieval Studies 2205

RELS 2330 Judaism
is an introduction to central beliefs and practices of the Jewish faith, from its beginnings to the modern era.

RELS 2340 Islam
examines the tradition in its historical and contemporary manifestations; Muhammad, the Qur'an, Islamic sects, relations with Judaism and Christianity; trends and developments in contemporary Islamic thought and practice.
CR: the former RELS 3340

RELS 2350 Religious Institutions
is a contextual study of religious institutions and beliefs, calendrical feasts and solemnities, religious roles and hierarchies, ritual innovation and revitalization.
CR: the former Sociology/Anthropology 2350, the former Sociology 2350
EQ: Anthropology 2350

RELS 2400 Buddhism
examines the history of Buddhist traditions in Asia, with consideration of the major developments in Buddhist philosophy, institutions, and practices. These developments may include historical and modern forms of mindfulness, the rise of Buddhist nationalist movements, and the history of Engaged Buddhism.
CR: the former RELS 3400

RELS 2410 Hinduism
examines the history of Hindu religious traditions, their major religious texts, institutions, and practices, and their role in social, political, and cultural movements in India and in Hindu diaspora communities.
CR: the former RELS 3410

RELS 2420 Chinese Philosophy and Religion
examines philosophical and religious responses to social and political crises in ancient China. Finding ways to answer the crises of prolonged warfare, high unemployment, and a vast divide between rich and poor gave rise to the schools of Confucianism, Daoism, Legalism, and others. This introductory course examines the various schools' answers to these crises and how they connect to today.

RELS 2425 Contemporary Issues in Chinese Religion and Culture
examines philosophical and religious responses to social and political crises in ancient China. Finding ways to answer the crises of prolonged warfare, high unemployment, and a vast divide between rich and poor gave rise to the schools of Confucianism, Daoism, Legalism, and others. This introductory course examines the various schools' answers to these crises and how they connect to today.

RELS 2425 Contemporary Issues in Chinese Religion and Culture
is an examination of religion in modern China and the Chinese diaspora in Taiwan, Singapore, and North America. Special attention will be paid to religious beliefs, practices, and institutions and the way in which modern attitudes have been framed by the past.
CR: the former RELS 3425

RELS 2430 Japanese Religions
- inactive course.

RELS 2606 Sanskrit Language Study II
is a continuation of Sanskrit Language Study I, while progressing to advanced grammatical forms and to reading passages from classical Sanskrit texts. On successful completion of this course, students will have the ability to consult Sanskrit texts for research purposes as well as to translate with support. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
CR: the former RELS 4906
EQ: the former RELS 1061
PR: RELS 1606, or the former RELS 1060, or permission of the instructor

RELS 2610 Introduction to Religious Ethics
is an introduction to religious ethics through the study of issues in biomedicine, human sexuality, and social justice. Possible topics for discussion include euthanasia, abortion, poverty, and human rights.
CR: the former RELS 2600 and the former RELS 2601

RELS 2800 Gender and Sexualities in Western Religions
examines attitudes toward, and treatment and construction of gender and sexualities in Western religions, including Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and New Religious Movements. Contemporary evaluations of these traditions from gender studies perspectives will be considered.

RELS 2801 Gender and Sexualities in Asian Religions
- inactive course.

RELS 2810 Religion and Science
is an historical examination of the dynamic interaction of religion and science in modern Western culture. In addition to classic case studies such as the Galileo affair, Darwin’s evolutionary theory, and the 1925 Scopes ‘Monkey Trial’, the course asks whether science and religion are inherently at ‘war’ with each other or whether they have points of contact and perhaps even integration.

RELS 2811 Contemporary Religious Movements
explores the development, beliefs, and practices of a variety of contemporary religious movements, including Wicca, Druidry, Heathenry, the Afro-Caribbean religion of Vodou, New Age, and UFO spiritual traditions.

RELS 2812 Religion and Popular Culture
analyzes the portrayal and treatment of religion in popular culture and the ways in which religious and mythic themes are communicated through a variety of media forms including television shows, films, music, mass-market fiction, and material culture.
RELS 2812 Religion and Popular Culture
analyzes the portrayal and treatment of religion in popular culture and the ways in which religious and mythic themes are communicated through a variety of media forms including television shows, films, music, mass-market fiction, and material culture.

RELS 2830 Religion and Popular Music
- inactive course.

RELS 2900-2930 Intermediate Language Studies: Special Subjects
provide students with intermediate training in languages necessary for studying ancient religious texts. The languages presently offered through the Department are Mandarin Chinese, Biblical Hebrew, and Sanskrit. All sections of these courses follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
CR: the former RELS 4902-4910 and 4311 in the corresponding language: Mandarin Chinese, Biblical Hebrew, or Sanskrit
PR: 6 credits at the first year level of study in the corresponding language: Mandarin Chinese (RELS 1040 and 1041), Biblical Hebrew (RELS 1050 and 1051), or Sanskrit ((RELS 1606 or the former 1060) and (2606 or the former 1061))

RELS 3000 Medieval Books
is an examination of the development and role of the manuscript book during the Middle Ages. Topics covered will include book production and dissemination; authors, scribes and audiences; and various kinds of books (e.g. glossed Bibles, anthologies, books of hours, etc.) and their uses.
EQ: English 3002, History 3000, Medieval and Early Modern Studies 3000, the former Medieval Studies 3000

RELS 3010 Greek Religion
is a study of the role of religion in the private and public life of the Greek world. Topics include the Greek gods, religious rituals, sacred sites and temples, regional and temporal variations in religious practices, and the role of religion in society. The course may also compare ancient Greek religious practices and modern conceptions of religion.
CR: the former RELS 3121, the former Classics 3121
EQ: Classics 3010
PR: there is no prerequisite for this course but students are strongly advised to have successfully completed at least one 1000- level or 2000-level Greek and Roman Studies course before registering in any 3000-level or higher Greek and Roman Studies course

RELS 3020 Roman Religion
is a study of the role of religion in the private and public life of the Roman world. Topics include the Roman divinities, sacred sites and temples, the role of religion in politics and society, the interaction with and assimilation of foreign religious practices, and the rise of Christianity. Students may also compare Roman religious practices with modern conceptions of religion.
CR: the former RELS 3121, the former Classics 3121
EQ: Classics 3020

RELS 3031 The Book of Genesis
introduces students to one of the founding texts of Western culture, the book of Genesis. Special attention will be paid to the role of myth, human origins, values, and political institutions.
CR: the former RELS 3030
CR: the former RELS 3121, the former Classics 3121
EQ: Classics 3020

RELS 3031 The Book of Genesis
introduces students to one of the founding texts of Western culture, the book of Genesis. Special attention will be paid to the role of myth, human origins, values, and political institutions.
CR: the former RELS 3030

RELS 3053 Anthropology of Religion
is a critical evaluation of anthropological research on religion, centering on seminal thinkers and major theoretical traditions. Special attention is given to the study of belief systems, and to relationships between belief and ritual.
EQ: Anthropology 3053

RELS 3058 Topics in Religion and Politics
is a seminar-based course which offers socio-political and philosophical analyses of the impacts of religion in specific political contexts taking a variety of theoretical approaches. The geographical and historical foci of the course will vary by instructor.

RELS 3060 The Prophets of Israel
is a study of the prophets through the relevant books of the Old Testament. Problems of text and interpretation will be discussed in relation to selected passages, but the general approach will be to bring out the creative genius and radical implications of the prophetic movement as a whole.

RELS 3200 Jesus of Nazareth
is a study of the historical Jesus. Beginning with an assessment of the relevant source material, this course explores what can be known about the life of Jesus of Nazareth in its historical and cultural contexts.

RELS 3210 Paul and His Writings
is a study of the writings of the Apostle Paul in the New Testament, and his contribution to Christianity in the cultural and historical milieu in which he lived and was active.

RELS 3270 Christianity and the Roman Empire
is a study of the relationship between Christianity and the Roman Empire from the first to the fourth century.
EQ: Classics 3270, History 3270, Medieval and Early Modern Studies 3270, the former Medieval Studies 3270

RELS 3305 Ancient Israel
is an exploration of the religious thought and practices of Israel and Judah in their cultural and historical contexts in the Old Testament period, from their beginnings to the Babylonian Exile of the sixth century B.C.E.
CR: the former RELS 3050

RELS 3310 Judaism at the Time of Jesus
will explore the developments in Jewish thought, institutions, beliefs, and practices from the Babylonian Exile of the sixth century B.C.E. to the time of Jesus, King Herod and the Roman Empire of the first century C.E.
CR: the former RELS 3220

RELS 3385 Religion and the Law in Contemporary Canada
examines contemporary legal debates on the place and contours of ‘religion’ in Canada. Through consideration of a number of post-Charter Supreme Court of Canada decisions, as well as sociological research on different religious communities, we delve into the changing meanings of religious diversity in Canada.
CR: the former RELS 3220

RELS 3385 Religion and the Law in Contemporary Canada
examines contemporary legal debates on the place and contours of ‘religion’ in Canada. Through consideration of a number of post-Charter Supreme Court of Canada decisions, as well as sociological research on different religious communities, we delve into the changing meanings of religious diversity in Canada.
EQ: Law and Political Policy 3385, Political Science 3385, the former RELS 2850

RELS 3401 Zen, Buddhist Meditation, and Buddhist Psychology
examines Buddhist psychology in Tibetan and Zen Buddhism and compares that to modern Western understandings.

RELS 3411 The Ramayana: A Hindu Epic and Performance Tradition
is a study of one of the most influential Epics of Hinduism, the story of Rama, the perfect king of a golden age. The course examines various versions of the narrative, the social and religious values expressed through the story, and the Epic’s place in Indian politics, in dramatic performances, and in visual arts.

RELS 3414 Gods and Goddesses of Hinduism
examines myth, iconography and ritual of Hindu gods and goddesses from the ancient to the contemporary period. The course explores fundamental assumptions of Hindu theistic traditions in popular practice and in the religious institutions of bhakti and tantra.
EQ: the former Religious Studies 2415

RELS 3431 Readings in Daoism: The Laozi and the Zhuangzi
is a course in the critical reading of the two most important texts in Daoism, the Laozi and the Zhuangzi.
CR: the former RELS 3420, the former RELS 3422

RELS 3432 Confucius and Confucianism
- inactive course.

RELS 3520 Religion From Left Field
examines modern, left-leaning (Marxist, anarchist, socialist) understandings, adaptations, and critiques of Jewish and Christian thought. The course considers religion not simply as an object of political analysis and critique, but as a contributing factor to the emergence in Europe of an influential body of post- Enlightenment emancipatory thought and political theology, as found in currents of Western Marxism.
EQ: Political Science 3170

RELS 3540 Christianity and Ritual Sacrifice
introduces students to the thought of René Girard. Girard engages with anthropology, literature, the biblical tradition, and Christian thought in developing a conflict theory of social origins in sacrificial rites, examining the close relationship between violence and the sacred. The course considers applications of Girard’s work to contemporary cultural dynamics, war, international affairs, and democratic processes.

RELS 3560 Christian Thought in the Middle Ages
is a study of the development of Christianity in the West from the eleventh century to the eve of the Reformation, through an examination of its principal thinkers and the most significant societal forces and events: the crusades, the universities, monasticism, religious dissent, and mysticism.
EQ: Medieval and Early Modern Studies 3003, the former Medieval Studies 3003
RELS 3560 Christian Thought in the Middle Ages
is a study of the development of Christianity in the West from the eleventh century to the eve of the Reformation, through an examination of its principal thinkers and the most significant societal forces and events: the crusades, the universities, monasticism, religious dissent, and mysticism.
EQ: Medieval and Early Modern Studies 3003, the former Medieval Studies 3003

RELS 3600 Ancient Myth and Cult
develops the students’ knowledge of myth and material culture by examining specific religious sites in the Greek and Roman world as foci of ritual practice. Students learn to integrate knowledge of physical remains with literary and ritual evidence in order to obtain a more integrated understanding of religious life in ancient Greece and Rome.
EQ: Classics 3600

RELS 3606 Intermediate Studies in Sanskrit
moves beyond learning the fundamentals of Sanskrit grammar and into reading and translating prose and metric texts, with supports from print and online resources.
EQ: the former RELS 2905
PR: RELS 2606 or the former RELS 1061, or permission of the instructor

RELS 3640 Religion and Bioethics
is an examination of the religious ethics of health care in the light of foundational concepts of bioethics. Topics to be discussed will include the relation of religion and medicine, as well as specific issues such as abortion, euthanasia, and genetic engineering.

RELS 3650 Religion and Social Justice
examines religious perspectives on social justice issues, which may include environmental ethics, ecofeminism, gender and racial equity, pacifism, civil disobedience, economic justice, and post-colonial reconciliation.

RELS 3680 Religion and the Problem of Evil
is a study of religious approaches to the problem of evil. Attention will be paid to both traditional and contemporary efforts among the world's religions to address the problem.
CR: the former RELS 4800

RELS 3800 Re/Presentations of Muslim Women: Gender, Colonialism and Islam
is presented in three parts. Firstly, there will be a grounding theoretically in Islam, Orientalism, feminism and contemporary political implications related to the study of Muslim women. Secondly, there will be a consideration of topics which have served as explanations for the "difference" of Muslim women in various contexts, both in contemporary Muslim majority and minority political situations. Lastly, the course concludes by considering a variety of contemporary ethnographic representations of Muslim women in Egypt, Palestine, France, Turkey, Cyprus and Malaysia.

RELS 3805 What is Islamophobia?
explores the historical roots and contemporary manifestations of Islamophobia and anti-Muslim discrimination globally. Broadly, we ask: what accounts for the “irrational” fear of Islam and the ascendance of “the Muslim” as the defining racial and religious “other” of our time?

RELS 3810 Religion, Society, and Culture
is a study of modern attempts to analyze, interpret, and reassess the place and significance of religion in human life. Attention will be given to thinkers such as Nietzsche, Marx, Freud, and Durkheim.
RELS 4002 Religion, Culture, and Society
is an advanced seminar course that examines religious themes and issues as they affect culture. Study may involve the exploration of institutions, rituals, built environments, and spaces. Content will vary with instructor.

RELS 4300-4330 World Religions: Special Subjects
are courses which will be offered at the discretion of the Department on specialized topics in religious traditions, texts, and histories.
PR: permission of the Department

RELS 4385 Religion and Politics
examines the relationships between religion and politics in modernity. Topics may include: secularism and secularization theory; civil religion; religion as a variable in politics, party formation and voting patterns; the role of religion in colonization/decolonization and reconciliation; religion in public spheres; political theologies; religious factors informing extremism, social polarization, and authoritarianism; religious freedoms, tolerance, accommodation, and the law; war and terrorism; religion in foreign policy and international relations theory.
EQ: Political Science 4385
PR: 3 credit hours in Political Science or Religious Studies or the instructor's permission

RELS 4460 Folk Religion
examines how established global religions and new forms of spirituality manifest themselves and are religion as it is "lived" on a daily basis in a variety of local contexts worldwide. It focuses primarily on forms of belief and spirituality that are informally expressed. Drawing upon various cultural contexts, the course addresses such notions as space and time; metaphysical powers; religious material culture, music, and verbal art; and the role and power of the holy person. All sections of this course follow International Studies guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/IS.
CR: the former Folklore 4240
EQ: Folklore 4460

RELS 4606 Advanced Studies in Sanskrit
develops reading and translation abilities in Sanskrit Epics, Puranas, Shastras, Tantras, and/or literary genres with supports from print and online resources.
PR: RELS 3606 or permission of the instructor

RELS 4801-4830 (Excluding 4812) Religion, Ethics, and Modern Culture: Special Subjects
are courses which will be offered at the discretion of the Department on specialized topics in religions and modern cultures.
PR: permission of the Department

RELS 4812 Religion in Disney Parks
will introduce students to a variety of theoretical concepts, and provide students with the opportunity to apply these concepts in the field at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida or other Disney theme park. Concepts to be explored include civil religion, hyper-real religion, and religious consumerism; Disney's constructed pasts, futures and the global village will also be explored.
AR: attendance is required in a field trip outside of Canada for which students incur the financial costs. Normally the field trip is held during the Winter semester break.
PR: RELS 2812, RELS 3812, or RELS 3860, or permission of the instructor

RELS 4998 Comprehensive Examination
AR: attendance is required in a field trip outside of Canada for which students incur the financial costs. Normally the field trip is held during the Winter semester break.
PR: RELS 2812, RELS 3812, or RELS 3860, or permission of the instructor

RELS 4998 Comprehensive Examination
prepares students to write a comprehensive examination at the end of the term, on a chosen area of specialization in Religious Studies. To complete the Honours Program in Religious Studies, students must successfully complete either the Honours Essay (RELS 4999) or the Comprehensive Examination.
PR: enrollment in the Honours program and 6 credit hours in Religious Studies courses at the 3000 level

RELS 4999 Honours Essay
develops independent research and writing skills through regular meetings with a supervisor, the preparation of an approved research proposal, and the completion of the final Honours essay by the end of the semester. Prior to enrolling, ideally a semester in advance, students must contact the Head of the Department to identify a potential supervisor. To complete the Honours Program in Religious Studies, students must successfully complete either the Honours Essay or the Comprehensive Examination (RELS 4998).
PR: enrollment in the Honours program and permission of the Head of the Department
Russian
In accordance with Senate's Policy Regarding Inactive Courses, the course descriptions for courses which have not been offered in the previous three academic years and which are not scheduled to be offered in the current academic year have been removed from the following listing. For information about any of these inactive courses, please contact the Head of the Department.
The Department offers several courses in Russian during the Spring/Summer semester. See the Departmental web page at www.mun.ca/german/russian/course_descriptions.php for details on the Russian Summer Program.
A tentative list of upcoming Russian course offerings can be found at www.mun.ca/hss/courses.php.
Russian courses are designated by RUSS.
RUSS 1000 Elementary Russian I
provides an introduction to Russian grammar and a basic knowledge of the spoken and written language. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.

RUSS 1001 Elementary Russian II
is a continuation of Elementary Russian I. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
PR: RUSS 1000 or equivalent

RUSS 1050 The Making of Modern Russia
develops a critical understanding of how new and old media (literature, film, and web-based media) reflect and inspire change in the history of modern Russia, with an orientation towards the contemporary moment.

RUSS 2010 Intermediate Russian I
continues RUSS 1000/1001 including more complex concepts of basic grammar and introducing Russian texts from literature and newspapers. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
PR: RUSS 1000 and 1001 or equivalent

RUSS 2011 Intermediate Russian II
RUSS 2010 Intermediate Russian I
continues RUSS 1000/1001 including more complex concepts of basic grammar and introducing Russian texts from literature and newspapers. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
PR: RUSS 1000 and 1001 or equivalent

RUSS 2011 Intermediate Russian II
is a continuation of Intermediate Russian I. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
PR: RUSS 1000 and 1001 or equivalent

RUSS 2030 Russian for Reading I
is designed to foster a reading knowledge of Russian relevant to professional, business or academic disciplines. It is intended for senior undergraduate or graduate students, as well as professional and business people. No previous knowledge of Russian is required. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.

RUSS 2031 Russian for Reading II
is a continuation of Russian for Reading I. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.
PR: RUSS 2030 or 1001, or permission of the Head of the Department

RUSS 2440 The Russian Utopian Imagination
is a survey of Russia's unique contribution to the utopian tradition, nationally and internationally, and in revolutionary moments past, present and future. While literature is the focus of the course, other media including architecture, film, and other forms of print will also be considered.

RUSS 2510 Intermediate Composition and Conversation I
is an intensive course which focuses on improving vocabulary and fluency in speaking and writing Russian. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.

RUSS 2511 Intermediate Composition and Conversation II
is a continuation of RUSS 2510 including more complex concepts. All sections of this course follow the Language Study Course Guidelines available at www.mun.ca/hss/ls.

RUSS 2600 Russian Literature in Translation: Nineteenth Century
is a study of selected works of Russian authors including Pushkin, Lermontov, Gogol, Turgenev, Tolstoy, Dostoyevsky, Chekhov. This course qualifies as a Research/Writing course.

RUSS 2601 Russian Literature in Translation: Twentieth Century
is a study of selected works of Russian authors of the pre-revolutionary, Soviet and post- Soviet periods. This course qualifies as a Research/Writing course.

RUSS 2900 Russian Culture I
is a study of the evolution of Russian culture and Russian intellectual history up to 1917. Lectures include discussions of Russian art, music and film. Lectures are given in English. This course qualifies as a Research/Writing course.

RUSS 2901 Russian Culture II