Politics and Theology and Religious Studies
Postgraduate
In Leeds
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Postgraduate
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Leeds
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Politics allows you an in-depth understanding of the institutions and practices of modern political systems, as well as the theories that underpin them and the ways in which they shape, and are shaped by, society. A combination of core and optional modules will give you a firm grounding in political ideas, challenges and institutions around the world, while allowing you to develop specialist knowledge in areas that suit your interests.
Theology focuses on the beliefs and ideas of one religious tradition. Religious Studies looks at different religions and faith communities. Both subjects think about how religions shape and are shaped by wider society. At Leeds you’ll be able to explore the role and development of religious belief and practice from both perspectives. Core and optional modules will allow you to explore all the major world religions, what they have meant to people over time and how they are evolving today.
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A-level: ABB
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When an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ.
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Subjects
- Politics
- Religious Studies
- Theology
- Systems
- Religions
Course programme
A Joint Honours degree allows you to study the same core topics as students on each Single Honours course, but you’ll take fewer options and discovery modules so you can fit in both subjects. You’ll also undertake a major research project in either subject in your final year.
PoliticsCore modules in your first year will allow you to explore the similarities and differences between political systems and introduce you to key concepts, theories and ideas in politics. In the following year you’ll develop this knowledge by choosing from a range of optional modules on topics like security, electioneering and politics from the US to Africa, Europe and Asia Pacific. You’ll continue to pursue these interests by choosing from an even wider range of optional modules in your final year.
Theology and Religious StudiesCore modules in your first year will introduce the principles of theology and religious studies, studying Christian theology and the role of religion in modern Britain. You’ll also choose from optional modules on religious traditions such as East Asian religions or themes like philosophy of religion. You’ll develop your knowledge over the next two years: a core module will place religion in context and you’ll choose optional modules covering diverse topics, from the concept of sin to African religious practice.
Course structureThese are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.
Modules Year 1Compulsory modules
- Comparative Politics 20 credits
- Freedom, Power and Resistance: An Introduction to Political Ideas 20 credits
- Introduction to Academic Skills 5 credits
- Introduction to the Study of Religion/s 10 credits
- Introducing Theology 10 credits
Examples of the optional modules available are shown below. Please contact us for more details of the requirements and choices available.
- Global Development Challenges 20 credits
- Making of the Modern World 20 credits
- International Politics 20 credits
- Visions of Humanity: Philosophical, Religious and Scientific Perspectives 20 credits
- Studying Christianity 10 credits
- Religion in Modern Britain 10 credits
Compulsory modules
- Studying Religion in Context 20 credits
Examples of the optional modules available are shown below. Please contact us for more details of the requirements and choices available.
- The Conservative Party from Churchill to Cameron 20 credits
- Politics and Policy in the EU 20 credits
- United States Politics 20 credits
- Approaches to Analysis 20 credits
- Theology and Ethical Theory 20 credits
- Religion, Gender and Society 20 credits
Compulsory modules
- Final Year Project
Examples of the optional modules available are shown below. Please contact us for more details of the requirements and choices available.
- The End of British Politics? 20 credits
- The Politics of national identity in the UK
Politics and Theology and Religious Studies