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Introduction to Buddhism

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
7/14/25 - 8/21/25
MoWe 10a.m. – 1p.m.		 REMOTE 3 $1431 (guest students)
$1623 (current students)
Date
7/14/25 - 8/21/25
Time
MoWe 10a.m. – 1p.m.
Location
REMOTE
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1431 (guest students)
$1623 (current students)

Description

This course surveys the Buddhist religion from past to present. The focus is on central teachings, practices, and institutions in their diverse historical and social contexts, from ancient India to various lands of East and Southeast Asia and the contemporary world. Particular attention is given to Buddhist narratives, disciplines, cosmologies, and historical developments. 

Registration Opens March 3

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Course Details

Session

Summer Session 2, 6 weeks

Class Dates

7/14/2025 - 8/21/2025

Location

REMOTE

General Ed Requirements

World Cultures

Enrolled / Capacity

0 / 25

Status

Closed

Instructor

Charles Carstens

Tuition*

$1431 (guest students)
$1623 (current students)

* The tuition estimate is based on minimum, single-course cost to a new student who is a Massachusetts resident and not enrolled in a multi-course program. State residency, online/in person modality, and matriculation to a degree program may affect cost.

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