Course summary

Understanding religion and its place in society is vital for understanding the world in which we live. In this degree, you'll explore a variety of approaches to religious traditions throughout time and across cultures, while considering their effects on public life. Core modules introduce you to key themes and methods in the study of religion and theology, including the importance of understanding religious belief and practice in their social contexts. This course also allows you to explore the subject through a variety of optional modules. These cover specific traditions, like Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism and Islam; various regional contexts, such as of modern Britain, South Asia, and Africa; diverse approaches, such as sociology and philosophy of religion; and matters of contemporary social, ethical, political and religious importance, like gender, sexuality and race. Incorporating social scientific, theological, philosophical, historical, textual and other approaches, this challenging degree gives you fascinating insights into some of the most influential factors shaping, and being shaped by, our world, equipping you for thoughtful and knowledgeable engagement in future work.