Theology and Religion BA (Hons)

Course Information:

We are committed to educating students so that they can make a contribution to the good of society. We teach students critical thinking, self-reflection, how to read important texts in detail, and respect for different views and opinions. We explore and examine the role of religion in society and the beliefs and practices of different religious traditions. We analyse a range of philosophical and ethical issues and questions ranging from how to live well to does God exist?

The course is suitable for those who wish to pursue interests in Christian theology and biblical studies, for those wanting to explore issues in philosophy of religion, religious studies and ethics, or for those who prefer to investigate a mixture of subjects.

We offer high quality teaching in small classes with experienced teachers. There is excellent tutorial support in a small and friendly university environment. All the modules are supported by an exceptionally well-resourced library.

Students can gain valuable work place experience before graduation through the work placement modules in years 2 and 3. We pride ourselves on the career support we offer students. For those wanting to become RE teachers there are modules designed to offer specific knowledge and experience. The degree can lead to a variety of careers in the media, police, civil service, church ministry, teaching and forms of community work and health care.

Indicative Course Content

Year 1 is a foundation year when you undertake introductory modules which build on your A-level work. These cover subjects such as,

Religious Studies

Ethics

Biblical Studies

Philosophy of Religion

Spirituality

Christian Theology

In years two and three you undertake more detailed and specialist study. You can chose from a range of modules including,

Islam

Early Christian Doctrines I

Buddhism

Interpreting the Bible

Introduction to Greek NT

Judaism

Theology, Ethics and Society

Themes in 20/21st Century Theology

Major Ethical Thinkers

Christian Worship

History and the Postmodern

Hinduism

Ethics in the Work Place

Christianity and Politics

Old Testament in the New

Early Christian Doctrines II

Trinity and Church

Sacred Space

Women, Gender and Religion

Religion and Schools

In year two you take one core module in research skills. A work placement module is also available to help you get valuable experience for life after university. In year three you undertake a major study is a specialized area of your choice. There is also a further work placement module available.

Why this Course?

There are three reasons why students are choosing Chichester:

· 100% student satisfaction in the National Student Survey

· A wide range of module choices

· Great career options after university’

We are a small and friendly department committed to high quality teaching by experienced lecturers. We offer an exciting and wide choice of modules which appeal to a range of students. We pride ourselves on the career’s support we provide for our students, helping you find the right job after university.

Careers

Students go on to a wide range of careers after university. Many of our students become secondary school teachers and we offer a range of modules to equip student for this path. Recent graduates have also gone into publishing, the police service, community work, church youth work, and further study.

Careers you can do include,

• Teaching

• Media

• Police Service

• Caring professions

• Civil Service and Local Government

• Law

• Personnel Management and Human Resources

• Health Care work

• Community work

• Marketing

We will work closely with you to help you achieve your full academic potential and go on to a successful career after university.

Email: admissions@chi.ac.uk

UCAS Code: V601 BA/TH

Campus: Bishop Otter, Chichester

Entry Requirements

3 Years Full Time. Delivery: Full and Part Time.