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851-0904-00L 3 Credits DS D-GESS

Religious Dimensions of Digitalisation

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Thomas Schlag
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:55

Abstract

Digitalisation is transforming our lives on all levels – from the way we communicate, learn, and work, to fundamental questions of identity, ethics, and visions of the future. Religions are also affected by this transformation: they adapt, use digital spaces for preaching and community-building, or face new theological challenges.

Objective

This lecture series explores in an interdisciplinary perspective how religions shape and are shaped by digitalisation, examining the challenges and opportunities digital technologies bring to religious traditions, ethics, education, relationships, and society.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
DS

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Religious Dimensions of Digitalisation
  • Thu 12:15-14:00 (HG G 3)
2 h weekly

Offered In

  • Science in Perspective (In “Science in Perspective”-courses students learn to reflect on ETH’s STEM subjects from the perspective of humanities, political and social sciences. Only the courses listed below will be recognized as "Science in Perspective" courses.)