Buddhism Course
This course provides an accessible introduction to Buddhism, covering its origins, key teachings, major traditions, and practical applications in daily life.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This short Buddhism Course gives a clear overview of early Indian Buddhism, the life of the Buddha, core teachings like the Four Noble Truths, Eightfold Path, and Three Marks of Existence, and how they connect to everyday practice. You will explore Theravada and Mahayana beliefs, meditation and rituals, the spread of Buddhism across Asia, and key scholarly tools for teaching, research, and critically assessing sources.
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Develop skills
- Map Buddhist history: trace Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana over the weeks.
- Analyze core doctrines: apply the Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path in context.
- Compare traditions: contrast Theravada and Mahayana goals, practices, and texts.
- Connect doctrine to ritual: link canonical ideas with real-world Buddhist practice.
- Use scholarly tools: evaluate sources, design lessons, and build solid bibliographies.
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