Religion and Theology

Choose our Religion and Theology (BA) programme and dive into the fascinating histories and global legacies of religions. Explore how they’ve both shaped modern conflicts and provided resolutions.

Our modules will open up these contemporary themes and allow you to analyse religious identity in modern societies, the role of theological thinking, and the ethics that influence views on hot topics from the environment to sexuality and reproductive rights.

Throughout your degree, you'll be taught by leading researchers on modules that reflect the cutting edge of the discipline. What does this mean for you? You’ll benefit from the very latest thinking and knowledge, and be attuned to the current debates and discoveries in the fields of religion and theology.

During your studies, you'll refine your skills in research and communication. You'll encounter the subject of religion through a variety of disciplines, giving you a rounded approach to scholarship as well as a foundation from which to specialise according to your interests. You'll also develop foundational skills, including writing clearly and knowledgeably, identifying arguments, presenting information visually and orally, and critiquing ideas, which are valuable for pursuing a range of careers. Whether that's teaching, policy and government, civil society leadership, journalism and communication, or religious leadership. You’ll find our graduates working in these areas and more, applying the practical, analytical and professional skills they gained through their studies.

Cardiff is a dynamic capital with a diverse religious history and current cultural make-up. You can build close connections with religious, cultural, and heritage institutions in the city and across south Wales through your learning, which will serve you in future directions and help you to make a difference in the community around you.

Distinctive Features of the Programme

Diverse approaches: Explore the histories, cultures and beliefs of both major and less well-known religions in a comparative approach. Understanding others: Learn about people from contexts that aren’t your own to understand different worldviews, values and experiences. A diversity of approaches: Enrich your study of religions through a range of thematic, historical, textual, theological and social scientific approaches. Unique research perspectives: Alongside our core Religious Studies staff, you will also learn from scholars in history, ancient history, and archaeology, as well as the Centre for the Study of Islam in the UK and Cardiff Baptist College.