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Graduate Attributes

The Department of Studies in Religion aims to foster the following attributes in its students:

Communication the ability to convey ideas and information clearly and fluently in both written and spoken form

Computer Literacy the ability to use computers for information retrieval, processing and presentation, to a level comparable with workplace expectations

Critical Thinking the ability to identify issues, think independently, apply critical reasoning and make informed judgements

Cultural & Historical Appreciation knowledge of other cultures and times, which fosters intercultural communication and an appreciation of cultural diversity, historical consciousness and a global perspective

Ethics knowledge of ethics and ethical standards in relation to their major discipline area/s

In-Depth Knowledge deep understanding of at least one field of knowledge, including its methodology

Interdisciplinary Perspective possession of a wide general knowledge, including an appreciation of the philosophical and social context of their major discipline/s

Lifelong Learning a propensity to continue learning leading to an ability to adapt to a changing environment and learn new skills

Problem-Solving the ability to identify, define and analyse problems, create solutions, evaluate opinions, innovate and improve current practices

Scholarship experience in the scholarship process through which knowledge is gained and disseminated

Team Work the ability to interact effectively with others in order to contribute to a common outcome and to take a leadership role when necessary.

Department of Studies in Religion
The University of Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland 4072 Australia
Phone: +61 (7) 3365 1111
Email: hprc@mailbox.uq.edu.au
Web: http://www.uq.edu.au/Religion/