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Global Religions and International Relations at Lancaster University - UCAS

Lancaster University

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: University of Central Lancashire

Global Religions and International Relations

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Lancaster University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Why Lancaster?

  • Discover a new take on studying religion that includes world, political and social perspectives
  • Join a pioneering department - the first Religious Studies department in the UK and the first to include world religions, we continue to innovate with fresh new takes on the study of religion
  • Discover how religion is influencing some of the global issues which define our era: from interconnections between race, gender and class, to how societies decide what is good or bad
  • Be on the forefront of the latest research developments by studying with our experts in British, Russian, Middle Eastern and Chinese politics
  • Contribute to solving real-world policy problems on an internship with the Richardson Institute for Peace Studies
  • Build your degree from a choice of modules spanning religions from around the world: including Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism and Islam
  • Graduate with a critical mindset and knowledge of global issues that will make you stand out in the job market
Explore the role played by religion in the flux that characterises today’s geopolitical landscape. You’ll learn about and debate the latest research with our experts. You’ll leave with a unique, interdisciplinary perspective on global problems, ready for a career in policy, diplomacy, or development. Religion in a world in transition You’ll gain a grounding in the fundamental concepts and debates in international politics. You’ll learn to view religion in a global context, and explore how it influences the contemporary world. You’ll apply your knowledge to real-world issues which sit at the crossroads of religion and international relations, such as the tensions between tradition and globalisation. You’ll study in a one-of-a-kind department which combines politics, philosophy and religion under one roof – bringing together expertise from across these fields to deliver a holistic perspective on complex global problems. Join a strong community As a member of our departmental community, you’ll have the chance to participate in events and debates attended by key figures in their fields. You’ll be encouraged to attend conferences organised by the Lancaster University China Centre and Security Lancaster,, keeping you up to date with current affairs and helping you to build your network. You might choose to pursue an internship with the Richardson Institute, which could see you develop your research skills on an exciting, real-world project with leading policy and research organisations.

How to apply

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
VL01
Institution code:
L14
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
100%
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Fees and funding

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Global Religions and International Relations at Lancaster University - UCAS