BA (Hons) Global Religions and Philosophy (Placement Year)

The Global Religions and Philosophy (Placement Year) BA (Hons) course offered by Lancaster University is a unique program that combines the study of world religions with philosophical inquiry. This program allows students to broaden their understanding of various religious traditions and investigate the philosophical concepts underpinning them. The course further includes a placement year, offering the chance to grapple with real-world issues surrounding religion, philosophy, and ethics.Course Content: This course explores religions globally and philosophically, from the ancient world to the present day. Students will gain an understanding of Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and the religions of China and Japan. Also, foundational concepts and advanced topics in philosophy, such as ancient Greek philosophy, the mind and human nature, and the philosophy of religion are part of the syllabus. The placement year enhances the learning further by offering professional experience.Key Modules: Throughout the course, students undertake modules like 'Philosophy and the Good Life', 'Introduction to the Medieval World', 'The Making of the Modern Mind: European Intellectual History since 1789', 'Presence and Belief: Christianity and Culture', and 'Great Religious Texts' among others.Future Careers: Graduates from this course are equipped for a variety of careers across sectors. Opportunities exist in international relations, the civil service, business, publishing and broadcasting, charity, and aid agencies, and teaching, among others.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.