Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Social Studies in Tolerance and Peace

The Bachelor of Social Studies in Tolerance and Peace program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of social issues, focusing on the concepts of tolerance and peace. This program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and implement policies and programs that contribute to improving the quality of life, achieving social justice, and addressing global challenges.

Program Overview

The program is offered by the College of Social Sciences and Humanities at Mohammed Bin Zayed University for Humanities. The curriculum is structured to provide students with a deep understanding of social sciences, philosophy, and cultural studies, with a focus on tolerance and peace.

Program Objectives

The program objectives are to:

• Define and explain concepts and theories related to social studies.
• Analyze social phenomena in a scientific, objective, and critical manner.
• Interpret concepts, knowledge, and theories related to tolerance and peace.
• Develop critical and creative thinking skills to address social, political, and cultural challenges.
• Acquire a broad understanding of cultural and social interactions that influence tolerance and peaceful coexistence.
• Apply acquired skills to develop innovative solutions to social problems, such as hate, extremism, and violence.
• Identify human rights and international laws related to tolerance and peace.
• Conduct scientific research using a rigorous methodology.

Curriculum

The curriculum consists of 120 credits, divided into:

• University requirements (39 credits)
• College requirements (12 credits)
• Specialization requirements (60 credits)
• Elective courses (9 credits)

University Requirements

• SSTU111: UAE Community and Sheikh Zayed's Sustainable Legacy
• ENGU111: English Language
• ARAU100: Arabic Grammar 1
• SOCU100: Introduction to Humanities
• ISLU100: Islamic Culture
• INVU111: AI and Entrepreneurship
• ISLU105: Introduction to Quranic Sciences
• RSCU100: Research Methods and Innovation
• ARAU206: Reading and Expression Skills
• HUMU219: History and Islamic Civilization
• PHIU100: Principles of Philosophy
• CSSU100: Intellectual Security and National Identity
• ARAU101: Rhetoric and Communication

College Requirements

• CSS201: Sociology
• CSS202: Psychology
• SST204: History of Religions
• SST309: Logic and Critical Thinking

Specialization Requirements

• CSS206: Sociology of Culture
• SST208: Social Texts
• SST220: Anthropology
• SST302: Sociology of Religion
• SST303: Social Psychology
• PHI303: Philosophy of Religion
• SST304: History of Social Thought
• SST305: Ethics of Tolerance in World Cultures
• SST306: Social Theories
• SST307: Tolerance in Abrahamic Religions
• PHI308: Towards a Contemporary Emirati Philosophy
• SST310: Family Sociology
• SST321: Introduction to International Humanitarian Law
• SST401: Socialization to Tolerance and Peace
• SST403: Terminology of Tolerance and Peace
• SST405: Tolerance and Social Cohesion
• SST409: Studies in Citizenship, Tolerance, and Peace
• SST410: Sociology of Knowledge
• CSS498: Graduation Project
• CSS499: Field Training

Conclusion

The Bachelor of Social Studies in Tolerance and Peace program at Mohammed Bin Zayed University for Humanities is a comprehensive academic program designed to foster tolerance, peace, and social cohesion. By providing students with a deep understanding of social sciences, philosophy, and cultural studies, the program aims to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to address social challenges and promote a culture of tolerance and peace.