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BACHELOR OF ARTS IN RELIGIOUS STUDIES


Why Study Religious Studies?
The programme will challenge participants to examine their beliefs in a critical way in the light of other disciplines, such as philosophy, psychology and sociology. It provides a good training in critical thinking that can be applied across a wide range of issues. It is a critical reflection on some of the great religious traditions and questions of our time and, in particular, it will provide an opportunity to study the Christian tradition in detail.

Course Modules
Each year there will three core courses and a number of elective courses.

The electives will be offered according to the interests of the class and the specialisations of the teaching staff of the course.

Some of the modules include:

  • Introduction to World Religions

  • Faith, Knowledge and the Question of Religion

  • Introduction to the Jewish and Christian Scriptures

  • The Idea of God

  • Christology

  • Creation

  • Introduction to Moral Reflection

  • The Church and the Churches

  • Introduction to Spirituality

Career Opportunities
You will open up new career opportunities for yourself in a wide range of areas including teaching, pastoral care and chaplaincy.

Other Essential Information
The teaching and learning environment is designed for adult learners. There is a vibrant and active academic community with staff who are committed to your academic needs. Students may use credits from previous related courses to build up a credit portfolio towards the degree award. These can be discussed with the Head of School on a case-by-case basis. The programme is run each year, subject to viable numbers. Application is made directly to the Institute through the Admissions Office. The closing date is early September.

Follow-on Studies
Graduates may proceed to GMIT’s level 8 Bachelor of Arts (honours) in Religious Studies or to similar programmes in other higher education institutions.