RCS 265The Psychology of Spiritual Experiences

Units: 0.50
Faculty: Arts
Subject: Religion, Culture, and Spirituality
Cross-listed: PSYCH 231

When it runs

Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

This course invites students to explore the predictors, variations, and consequences of spiritual experiences ranging from belief to unbelief, and from a sense of paranormal presence to mystical oneness. Students will learn to recognize both the benefits and limitations of using psychological assumptions and research tools to guide this exploration.

Prerequisites

Must have completed at least 1 of the following:
- PSYCH101 - Introductory Psychology (0.50)
- PSYCH101R - Introductory Psychology (0.50)

Antirequisites

None listed.

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Fall 2026 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
Section	Class	Enrolled	Meets
LEC 001	8988	4 / 50	Th 18:30–21:20

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