Ethics and Religious Beliefs in the Media
Download the program description (PDF)(This program will commence in the 2012 fall semester, subject to the approval of Ontario Universities Council on Quality Assurance).
I. Compulsory Courses (9 crédits)
- ISC5101 MEDIA AND RELIGION (3cr.)1
- ISC5102 MEDIA, RELIGIOUS FAITH, AND SYMBOLIC WAYS (3cr.)2
- ISC5103 INTEGRATION WORK RESIDENCY (3cr.)2
II. Optional Distance Courses (6 credits)
One course (3 credits) in the area of media and culture, to be chosen from:
- ISC5111 TESTIFYING FAITH, THROUGH THE MEDIA (3cr.)
- ISC5112 RELIGIOUS LEADERS AS SPOKEPERSONS FOR RELIGION IDENTITY IN THE MEDIA (3cr.)
- ISC5113 SPECIAL TOPICS ON ‘‘MEDIA, RELIGION, AND CULTURE’’ (3cr.)
One course (3 credits) in the area of media and ethics, to be chosen from:
- ISC5121 THE ETHICAL PROBLEM OF IDOLATROUS IMAGES (3cr.)
- ISC5122 MEDIA ENTERTAINMENT, RELIGION, AND ETHICS (3cr.)
- ISC5123 SPECIAL TOPICS ON ‘‘MEDIA, RELIGION, AND ETHICS’’ (3cr.)
Course Sequence
The compulsory course on Media and Religion (ISC 5101) is a prerequisite to the two courses offered on campus.
Minimum Standards
The passing grade in all courses is C+. Students who fail two courses (equivalent to 6 credits) or the same course twice must withdraw from the program.
Duration of the Program
The expectation is that all requirements of the diploma will be completed in one year of full-time study. The maximum time permitted is three years from the time of initial registration in the program.