Global Religions and International Relations

Why Lancaster?
- Discover a new take on studying religion that includes world, political and social perspectives

- Join a pioneering department - the first Religious Studies department in the UK and the first to include world religions, we continue to innovate with fresh new takes on the study of religion

- Discover how religion is influencing some of the global issues which define our era: from interconnections between race, gender and class, to how societies decide what is good or bad

- Be on the forefront of the latest research developments by studying with our experts in British, Russian, Middle Eastern and Chinese politics

- Contribute to solving real-world policy problems on an internship with the Richardson Institute for Peace Studies

- Build your degree from a choice of modules spanning religions from around the world: including Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism and Islam

- Graduate with a critical mindset and knowledge of global issues that will make you stand out in the job market

Explore the role played by religion in the flux that characterises today’s geopolitical landscape. You’ll learn about and debate the latest research with our experts. You’ll leave with a unique, interdisciplinary perspective on global problems, ready for a career in policy, diplomacy, or development.

Religion in a world in transition
You’ll gain a grounding in the fundamental concepts and debates in international politics. You’ll learn to view religion in a global context, and explore how it influences the contemporary world. You’ll apply your knowledge to real-world issues which sit at the crossroads of religion and international relations, such as the tensions between tradition and globalisation.

You’ll study in a one-of-a-kind department which combines politics, philosophy and religion under one roof – bringing together expertise from across these fields to deliver a holistic perspective on complex global problems.

Join a strong community
As a member of our departmental community, you’ll have the chance to participate in events and debates attended by key figures in their fields. You’ll be encouraged to attend conferences organised by the Lancaster University China Centre and Security Lancaster,, keeping you up to date with current affairs and helping you to build your network. You might choose to pursue an internship with the Richardson Institute, which could see you develop your research skills on an exciting, real-world project with leading policy and research organisations.