Unit information: Understanding the Muslim World (Trinity & Baptist College) in 2009/10

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Unit name Understanding the Muslim World (Trinity & Baptist College)
Unit code THRS20133
Credit points 20
Level of study I/5
Teaching block(s) Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52)
Unit director
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

E11001 Continuing the Mission of Jesus

Co-requisites

None

School/department Department of Religion and Theology
Faculty Faculty of Arts

Description including Unit Aims

This module outlines the beliefs and practices of Islam, focussing on their understanding of God, the Qu&�ran and its view of Jesus and of Christians, and the role and importance of Muhammad. The range of forms of Islam is outlined. This information provides the basis for discussion of Islam in the UK, its identity and influence more widely and especially in Europe, and the variety of theologies of Christian engagement. The principles of Christian-Muslim relations are explored, and the factors which hinder understanding and empathy between the two communities are identified.