BA (Hons) Global Religions and Politics

The Global Religions and Politics BA (Hons) offered at Lancaster University is a comprehensive and dynamic course incorporating two interdisciplinary subjects. This course allows students to study the world's major religions and political systems with depth and understanding while gaining a global perspective. Course Content: Throughout the course, students delve into an array of exciting areas related to the topics of religion, politics, philosophy, and international relations. Students explore religious traditions and their transformations, along with their interactions with local, national, and global politics. The course also covers understanding individual religions, their philosophies, and the impact they have on politics and international relations.Key Modules: Core modules in the first year include 'Kitchen Sink Realism', 'Religions of the East and West' and 'The Politics of the Middle East'. In the second year, students choose options including 'European Borders', 'Politics of Cultural Diversity', 'Hindu Traditions', and 'Islam and Society'. Finally, the third year offers options such as 'Faith on Film', 'Women and Gender in Islam', 'Religions, Rights and Gender', and 'Islamic Law'.Future Careers: The course prepares graduates for a broad range of careers such as journalism, management, ministry, teaching, and diplomatic service. It equips students with skills like oral and written presentation, project research and management, independent and critical thinking, which are sought after in various employment sectors.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page: Global Religions and Politics BA (Hons)