Course structure

Your first year provides a solid foundation in global religions' complex interactions across history and modernity. You will take units covering approaches to and issues in the study of world religions of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism across regional and cultural contexts.

In year two you develop expertise and shape your degree by choosing optional units according to your interest. We offer a wide range of units on various aspects of and approaches to different Western and Asian religious traditions.

After successfully completing years one and two you will spend your third year studying abroad at one of our partner instiutions.

During your fourth year you take optional units that enable you to focus on a theme or pursue broader issues. You will also complete a dissertation working closely with your supervisor who will advise you on choosing and researching a topic. The annual dissertation conference is an opportunity for all final-year students to share their research.

In any year you can choose to study one of the following languages: Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Hebrew, Japanese, Latin or Sanskrit (subject to availability).

You will join a welcoming community which enables you to interact closely with lecturers. Tutors employ a variety of teaching styles, ranging from small-group sessions to larger lecture units.

Full details about the course structure and units for this course can be viewed in the programme catalogue.