Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Applied Social Science] From University of Plymouth

During the Theology and Religious Studies course at University of NottinghamÊyou will take a combination of core and optional modules, mainly from those offered by the Department of Theology and Religious Studies, but also with a choice of subsidiary modules from outside the department, particularly in your first and second years.

Year oneÊ

In addition to the core module, Reading, Writing, Speaking Religion, the core modules in year one are designed to provide you with a grounding in theology and religious studies in the central areas of: Biblical Studies; Philosophy of Religion and Ethics; Christian Theology; Religious History and Islam and Judaism. You will also have the opportunity to learn Greek or Hebrew or take other optional modules - either in theology and religious studies or from other departments.

Year two

You will study one core module, AbrahamÕs Children: Religion, Culture, and Identity. Alongside this you will study areas in the first year that you wish to explore in more depth.

Year three

In the final year, in addition to the core dissertation module, there is a wide range of choices allowing you to develop your particular interests within theology and religious studies.

Careers

A degree in theology and religious studies leads to a wide range of careers. You will be equipped for a variety of positions that call for skills such as the careful analysis of texts and complex issues, reasoned decision-making, sensitivity to cultural and religious diversity, and the ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively. Recent graduates are working in areas such as: law, teaching, journalism and publishing, politics, the charity sector, as well as in a variety of religious contexts.

Average starting salary and career progression

93.2% of undergraduates in the School of Humanities who were available for employment had secured work or further study within six months of graduation. The average starting salary was £20,205 with the highest being £38,000.