About

Department of Theology and Religious Studies

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    As a Department we are committed to:
  • Advancing knowledge and understanding of religion, and of the significance of the religions for public life in a multi-faith and secular society;
  • Offering challenging degree programmes that engage students with the breadth and depth of our subject;
  • Bringing together the whole range of approaches to the study of religion - sociology, theology, anthropology, history, philosophy, textual studies;
  • Producing excellent research that pushes forward the boundaries of the discipline;
  • Studying religions critically and with empathy;
  • Examining religion in its different historical, social, cultural and political contexts;
  • Engaging with wider audiences and disseminating our work through the Institute for Religion and Public Life.

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  1. Department of Theology and Religious Studies
  2. Why study Theology and Religious Studies at Leeds?
  3. Resources to help your studies