SINGLE/COMBINED HONOURS
UCAS codes: V602 BA/TRS
Typical offer: 300-340 points
International Baccalaureate: 26 points
Degree duration:
3 years full-time 6 years part-time
If English is not your first language:
IELTS 6.0 (including 6.0 in writing) or a TOEFL iBT score of 87 or equivalent
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For Combined Honours UCAS codes and entry requirements
Students explore religion as a living, cultural phenomenon which impacts profoundly not only upon the lives of individual believers but also on society and world events. The emphasis is on contemporary practice of religion, and students spend time meeting members of various faith communities and studying the expression and critique of faith in
such media as texts, art and film. The course aims to provide an insight into religion while also giving students skills and knowledge that can be used to relate to religion beyond textbooks and study, whether in work or intercultural encounters.
Study in Year 1 is foundational and provides the basis of specialised study in Years 2 and 3. Students are introduced to contemporary issues in the study of religion and theology.
In Years 2 and 3, students take a core module before choosing from a range of optional modules in order to tailor study to their particular interests.
Year 1
• Understanding Philosophies of Religion
• Understanding Ethics and Religion
• Understanding Religion 1 and 2
• Understanding Christianity 1 and 2
Year 2
• Religions and Spiritualties in the UK Today (Part 1 and 2)
Options modules include:
• Buddhism in Global Contexts
• Contemporary Christian Theology
• Global Christianities
Year 3
• Mapping Mortality
• Advanced Studies in Ethics and Spirituality (include: Religion and Disability; Interreligious Dialogue and Social Cohesion; Psychology, Spirituality and Religion; Religion, Conflict and Peace Building)
• Advanced Studies of Religion
• Advanced Studies in Theology
Thelogy and Religious Studies teaching is very student centred and you are unlikely to be lectured at. We place, emphasis on structured discussion, debate and student presentations. Classes are relatively small and you will work with fellow students on group presentations, projects and website designs. These types of assessment are used alongside the more traditional essay, commentary and timed examination.
Many graduates go on to teach religious education in schools. Some opt to do postgraduate study. Students benefit from knowledge of cultural diversity and religious stances on ethical subjects, which is valued by employers and is increasingly in demand due to government equality legislation. The course also gives opportunities for practical experience with faith communities or employers.