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ASNS2628: Buddhism, Meditation, and Brain
2025 unit information
This unit of study introduces students to Buddhist meditation practices, tracing their evolution from the time of the Buddha to the techniques of Tibetan tantra. It explores how these practices intersect with modern cognitive science to improve our understanding of human cognition, including attention, memory, and perception. It critically addresses the popularisation of meditation in the West, clarifying the distinctions between meditation and mindfulness, and discusses meditation's historical significance and diverse forms within Buddhism. Students will explore foundational interdisciplinary concepts, enhancing their appreciation of meditation's role across different cultures and times.
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Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Asian Studies |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 1000 level in Asian Studies |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
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None |
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Semester 2 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown / Darlington, Sydney |
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