
Religion, Theology and Society BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Religion, Theology and Society BA (Hons)
Understanding religion and its place in society is vital for understanding the world in which we live. In this degree, youll 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 trad...
Understanding religion and its place in society is vital for understanding the world in which we live. In this degree, youll explore a variety of approaches to religious traditions throughout time and across cultures, while considering their effects on public life.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.
Course Information
3 options available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
23/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
V616
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
BB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers, or B in Advanced Highers and AAABB in Highers, or AABBBB in Highers
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
34 points overall with 16 at Higher Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma: DDM. Other BTEC qualifications are also considered. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
M1,M1,M2
Extended Project
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ.
A level
A,B,B
When an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ.
T Level
Might be accepted as in combination with other qualifications, please contact admissions teams for further advice & guidance.
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