You will encounter a variety of teaching methods. You will also be encouraged to take responsibility for your own learning through the teaching and assessment schedule. Assessments are varied and may include essays, reports of visits to religious communities and special studies on a personally researched area. You will also write a dissertation on a topic of your choice. An understanding of religions and their place in human societies and the lives of individuals is advantageous in a number of careers to which graduates in this area progress.
Many graduates go on to postgraduate study.
Religious Studies provides transferable human and research skills which employers are seeking. You will also gain skills from your other area of study. Quality External Examiners and students commend in particular the quality of the course and the high standards of support which students receive. This well-established course was previously validated as part of the Westminster College portfolio of courses. This course is offered in the recently established Westminster Institute of Education in the University.