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Course Description
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Course Name
African Traditional Religion
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Host University
University of Cape Town
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Religion
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Completion of REL1002F or REL1006S; or completion of any cognate first-year course in the Humanities Faculty;
or by permission of the Head of Department. -
Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Host University Units
24 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course explores the religious heritage and history of Africa through specific case studies in African traditional religion. Special attention is given to continuities and changes in the indigenous religions of Africa through studies in religious beliefs, ritual practices, ways of knowing, techniques of healing, and the social formations of the household, polity and religious specialists.
Lecture times:DP requirements: 80% attendance at lectures and tutorials in all sections of the course. Submission
of all work by due dates, and attainment of an average mark of at least 50% for all assignments.Assessment: Coursework counts 70%; one two-hour examination counts 30%.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.