Graduate Certificate in Humanistic Buddhism
Graduate Certificate in Humanistic Buddhism
This postgraduate course will enable you to acquire a deep and broad understanding of the key themes of Humanistic Buddhism through historical, socio-cultural and textual studies. You will engage in critical exploration of contemporary issues, as well as develop a personal understanding of key roles and identity, through contemplative reflection…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This postgraduate course will enable you to acquire a deep and broad understanding of the key themes of Humanistic Buddhism through historical, socio-cultural and textual studies.
You will engage in critical exploration of contemporary issues, as well as develop a personal understanding of key roles and identity, through contemplative reflection on practice and studies.
On completion of the course, you will be able to develop a deeper sense of purpose, be more self-aware and open to new experiences, and be better equipped to be of service to others. This course welcomes students from all Buddhist traditions.
This course would benefit those working within Buddhist communities, or consciously-minded education/business professionals who are seeking to enhance the impact of their work. By truly understanding, sharing, and working with humanistic values in your workplace and career, you will gain the skills to develop an innovative culture of understanding, mindfulness and care within your organisation.
Course Outcome
On completion of the course, you are expected to be able to:
Critically evaluate ideas related to the development and relevance of Humanistic Buddhism from historical, doxographical, socio-cultural, and educational perspectives.
Analyse and synthesise knowledge based on humanistic values and apply them to creating solutions to contemporary real-world scenarios.
Construct effective written and/or interpersonal communication to deliver knowledge of complex practices related to foundational themes of Humanistic Buddhism.
Produce, employ and evaluate education materials to apply Humanistic Buddhism in a variety of contexts
Develop projects and activities which demonstrate an understanding of a Buddhist mission which has application to contemporary real-world scenarios.
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor degree, or equivalent qualification, OR
relevant work experience in a Buddhist profession or workplace for at least three (3) years full-time or six (6) years part-time (demonstrated through the provision of a CV).
English Language Requirements
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Overall score from 6.5, with no sub-band score less than 6.0.
C1 Advanced (formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced): Overall score from 176, with no score less than 169 in any paper.
Person Test of English (PTE) Academic: Overall score from 62, with no band score less than 54.
Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based test (TOEFL iBT): Overall score from 79, with no score lower than 13 for reading, 12 for listening, 18 for speaking, and 21 for writing.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Nan Tien Institute (NTI) is Australia’s first government accredited tertiary institution grounded in Buddhist values. NTI offers higher education programs focusing on Applied Buddhist Studies and Health and Social Wellbeing, which are all accredited by the Australian Tertiary Education Quality Standards Agency (TEQSA).
