Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion BA (Hons)
University of Cambridge
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The study of theology and religion is increasingly important in a world where religious belief is a driving force behind social and political events. Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion is a broad and demanding degree that addresses fundamental questions through a range of religious traditions and philosophical standpoints. Encompassing the history, practice and thought of the major world religions of Christianity, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism, the course develops your understanding ...Read more

The study of theology and religion is increasingly important in a world where religious belief is a driving force behind social and political events. Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion is a broad and demanding degree that addresses fundamental questions through a range of religious traditions and philosophical standpoints. Encompassing the history, practice and thought of the major world religions of Christianity, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism, the course develops your understanding of the significance of religion and its cultural contexts.

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The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
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95%
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Theology and Religious Studies graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Theology and Religious Studies graduate salary
£21,000
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A level:

A*AA Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

41 - 42 Grades / Points required

Minimum A level offer: A*AAPlease check the website for subject requirements for this course (www.cam.ac.uk/courses)

Minimum IB offer level: 41-42 points, with 776 at Higher LevelPlease check the website for subject requirements for this course (www.cam.ac.uk/courses)

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Theology and Religious Studies

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Religious Studies & Theology
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History
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English Literature
51%
Government & Politics
19%
Mathematics
14%
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University of Cambridge
Lady Margaret Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB3 0BU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cambridge  1.0 miles away

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