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      Contemplative Science is the theoretical and applied exploration of contemplative traditions and practices. As an interdisciplinary field, it unites the Humanities, Social Sciences and Health Sciences in the study of the full range of human contemplative experiences. It employs first-person experiential modes of inquiry (including meditation) combined with traditional methods of analysis in the study of states of mind. The program seeks to foster empathy, altruism, and creativity with the goal of advancing human flourishing.

      The Mindfulness and Contemplative Science microprogram offers students the unique opportunity to discover the potential, and richness, of the human mind. This will be gained through the practice of meditation (in its different forms) and mindfulness practices, through the mindful use technology and information acquisition, and through the psychological study of positive mental states and human wellbeing. In addition, students will become acquainted with different contemplative and spiritual traditions of the West and Asia through a comparative historical and philosophical overview.

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      The table below includes only the microprogram-specific courses. Please refer to the Academic Regulations for information on the possible combinations available within the Faculty of Arts.

      Requirements for this program have been modified. Please consult the 2025-2026 calendars for the previous requirements.

      Course List
        Code                                               Title                                                       Units  
        Compulsory courses:                                                                                          
        AHL 3156                                           Meditation: Theory and Practice                             3 Units
        SRS 3354                                           Mysticism and Spiritual Experience                          3 Units
        Optional courses:                                                                                            
        3 optional course units from:                      3 Units                                                   
          AHL 2160                                         Mindful Tech                                                       
          AHL 3180                                         Mindful Aging                                                      
          PHI 2122                                         Ancient Wisdoms                                                    
          IPA 2125 Positive Psychology and Spirituality 1                                                            
        3 optional course units from:                      3 Units                                                   
          AHL 2155                                         Special topics in Mindfulness and Contemplative Science I          
          AHL 3155                                         Special topics in Mindfulness and Contemplative Science II         
          ENG 3318                                         Romantic Literature                                                
          LSR 2110                                         Leisure : Concepts and Values                                      
          PHI 2190                                         Philosophy of Religion                                             
          PHI 2389                                         Asian Philosophy                                                   
          PSY 1101                                         Introduction to Psychology: Foundations                            
          PSY 1102                                         Introduction to Psychology: Applications                           
          PSY 3303                                         Personality                                                        
          PSY 4391                                         Special Topics in Psychology                                       
          SRS 1112                                         The Religions of the World I                                       
          SRS 2113                                         The Religions of the World II                                      
          SRS 2115                                         Religious Ways of the Aboriginal Peoples                           
          SRS 2172                                         Religion, Animals, Nature                                          
          SRS 2393                                         Religion and Death                                                 
          SRS 3312                                         Hinduism                                                           
          SRS 3313                                         Buddhism                                                           
        Total:                                             12 Units                                                  
        
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