The BA Religion, Culture and Society with Study Abroad at the University of Exeter invites you to explore how religion shapes our world, from ancient practices to contemporary global challenges. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are curious about the diverse ways beliefs, material culture, and social-scientific approaches intersect with human societies. You will develop critical thinking skills to analyse religious phenomena across different contexts, engaging with topics such as religion and criminal justice, gender identity, and historical memory. This programme offers a unique opportunity to understand the profound influence of religion on culture and society.
This full-time, on-campus degree is studied over four years, including a year abroad, allowing you to immerse yourself in different cultural perspectives. Your learning journey will involve compulsory modules like "What is Religion?" and "Introducing Social-Scientific Approaches to Religion," alongside a wide array of optional subjects allowing you to tailor your studies. In your final year, you will undertake a significant dissertation, applying your research skills to a topic of your choice. You will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of religion's role in society, prepared for diverse career paths in fields such as education, policy, and international relations.