Religions, Theology and Ethics The University of Manchester

Overview

The Religions, Theology and Ethics course from The University of Manchester offers one of the widest ranges of course units at any British university. You can study ancient languages to read scriptures in their original form, learn about Buddhist, Jewish and Islamic traditions, and pursue an interest in the Bible or Christian theology.

Discover the different approaches to religion offered by sociology, anthropology, and philosophy.

Whether or not you have a religious background, the study of the beliefs, philosophies, practices, policies, ethics, and values which have defined our civilisations over hundreds of years provides insight into one of the most fascinating aspects of the human psyche.

Aims

The course aims to:

• provide a multidisciplinary curriculum informed by the research and scholarly activities of the teaching staff;
• stimulate curiosity about a variety of religious cultures, their histories and the present condition;
• enable you to analyse and evaluate a range of political, social and cultural practices using methodologies drawn from the disciplines of Religious Studies;
• develop your critical understanding of religion, theology and the various approaches to studying this discipline through a diverse range of learning, teaching and assessment methods;
• equip you with the skills necessary to interpret primary and secondary sources related to an in-depth study of texts, religious practices and traditions;
• provide, when required, appropriate language instruction;
• equip you for a variety of careers through subject specific knowledge, active engagement in your own learning and the development of analytical and other transferable skills.

Career opportunities

You will develop versatile and transferable skills, including presentation, critical thinking and analysis, teamwork, and cultural sensitivity.

Some course units will enable you to develop more specific skills, such as translation, source handling, exegesis, data collection and geo-historical awareness.

Degrees in Religions, Theology and Ethics provide some of the necessary skills to prepare for roles in fields such as:

• teaching and education; 
• cultural heritage; 
• counselling; 
• the creative industries; 
• law; 
• research consultancies and think-tanks; 
• finance; 
• publishing; 
• faith-based organisations; 
• youth work; 
• charity work; 
• media;