Fall 2010 Course Listings

HRPS 3016 : Psychological Aspects of Buddhism II: Dialogues with Contemporary Western Psychology
Instructor: Kinst
Time: Wednesday 9:40AM - 12:30PM
Location: JSC Room 130
Course Level: Intermediate
Course Description: This course will explore the interface of traditional Buddhist teachings on the nature of human experience and contemporary Western psychological thoughts and practices. Fundamental of Abhidharma, Yogacara and Madhyamaka teaching will be covered. Writings by contemporary authors will be used to clarify points of contact, divergence, misunderstanding and natural benefit.
NO prerequisites or previous experience nor Buddhist practice are required.
Course format: Seminar, lecture/discussion, practices presented.
Evaluation: Weekly papers (1-2 pages), final paper (8-10pages) or class presentation.