BA (Hons) Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion at University of Cambridge

Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion at Cambridge addresses fundamental questions through a range of religious traditions and philosophical standpoints. Explore contemporary and historic thought, culture and texts through philosophy, ethics, history, literature, languages, social sciences and classics.

Faculty: School of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: Faculty of Divinity  |  Duration: BA (Hons) 3 years, full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 (Part I): You take 5 papers designed to give you a broad introduction to the concepts, knowledge and skills required in the main areas of study. Year 2 (Part IIA): You choose 4 papers out of around 17. Scriptural languages are optional at this stage, and you will also be able to take a selection of papers from the Department of Social Anthropology if you wish. Year 3 (Part IIB): You choose 4 papers from a wide range. Topics may vary, but often include: Truth, God and Metaphysics, Theology and Natural Sciences, World Christianity Decolonising Christendom: The Complex Legacies of Global Christianity, Self and Salvation in Indian and Western Thought.

Career pathways

As a graduate you will be well equipped to play an important part in this world. You’ll be valued for your intercultural literacy, critical thinking, research skills and understanding of the depth and nuance of human experience. Your skills will be valued across a wide range of professions.

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