Religions of the East - REL 237 at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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REL 237 - Religions of the East
Studies major religious traditions originating in India and East Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Confucianism, Daoism and Shinto. Examines origins, values, ethics, teachings, and practices. This is a Passport and UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
3 credits

Schedule at Northern Virginia Community College

Spring 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
55890 REL 237-01YN 3
  Tu    
11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
 2026-01-20 Annandale HY
50% of class time meets in person, on campus; students are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required.
Hybrid Course
86363 REL 237-40YN 3
   W   
11:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
 2026-02-03 Annandale HY
Thirteen Week
Hybrid Course
40% of class time meets in person, on campus; students are expected to attend class in person on the days and times listed on the schedule. 60% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required.
72364 REL 237-40YW 3
     F 
11:10 a.m.-12:55 p.m.
 2026-02-03 Virtual and NOL - Real Time HY
Hybrid Course
50% of class time is live streamed via Zoom; students are expected to attend class via Zoom on the days and times listed on the schedule. 50% of class work is completed online, independently, via CANVAS. Reliable internet access and a computer are required.
Thirteen Week
54300 REL 237-E70N 3
       
0:00 a.m.-0:00 a.m.
 2026-03-02 Virtual and NOL WW
NOVA Online courses are 100% online requiring students to have reliable access to a computer and internet service. This class has no scheduled meeting times. Due dates can be found in the syllabus. This is a fast-paced accelerated 3rd 7-week course. Studies religions of India and East Asia. Religion courses may be taken in any order. Starts March 2.
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