This Sociology, Politics and Religion BA - the first of its kind in the UK - equips you with the social scientific skills and knowledge you need to analyse religion in the world today. You’ll learn more about the complex relationships between society, politics and religion and explore the ways that contemporary religious expressions shape and are shaped by – cultural, social and political trends. This pioneering programme offers a curriculum that focuses on the study of sociology and political science, with complementary multidisciplinary modules that span anthropology, history, religion, and beyond. The first year of your Sociology, Politics and Religion BA will teach you how to study the beliefs, practices and organisational forms of religion while using the tools and methods of sociology, politics, anthropology and history. You’ll learn how to use cutting-edge theories and methodologies to understand the relationships between religion, society and politics and how these may evolve in the future. You’ll also discover how to compare diverse political systems around the world and to understand how they respond to complex challenges. Other required modules will see you explore key concepts and debates by studying social and political thought through time and consider how religion is intertwined with colonialism and decolonisation. You’ll also learn more about religious traditions in a changing word and get an introduction to key sacred texts.