Course summary

This programme is designed to enable you to understand a wide range of Christian belief, culture and practice throughout the world, in historical, theological, and sociological perspective. With more than 2.2 billion followers around the world, and with a history spanning two millennia, Christianity is intimately intertwined with social, political and cultural issues. This programme interprets some of the key themes and trends in Christianity in the non-western world. It is designed to provide expert insight, knowledge, skills and understanding, particularly in relation to Africa, Latin America and Asia. It is taught in a strongly interdisciplinary way, and employs historical, theological, sociological, and anthropological perspectives. You will enjoy a unique framework to study, research and understand the complexity of Christian communities in the world and their wider significance for culture, society and politics.