Politics with Global Religions (Study Abroad) Lancaster University

Why study Politics with Global Religions at Lancaster?

• Benefit from expert teaching: our staff regularly collaborate with government bodies such as UK Parliament, on important issues such as racial injustice, voter rights, and migration

• Gain practical experience on an impressive internship with our in-house Richardson Institute for Peace Studies

• Discover a new take on studying religion that includes world, political and social perspectives

• Study in the rich environment of the School of Global Affairs, where religion, philosophy, politics, and global issues are brought into conversation
• Gain an in-depth understanding of how religious communities, practices, values and identities influence political life and ideas in a globalised world

• Use your critical thinking skills and a global perspective to pursue an exciting career in diplomacy, politics, civil society, policy, media, advocacy and education

What will I learn about Politics and Global Religions on this course?

Politics affects all our lives. In this course we explore the many ways this happens. From social injustice, culture wars and climate change, to migration, populism, and declining trust in democracy. You’ll explore such major local and global political challenges through knowledge of demographically significant religions such as Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and African religions.

You’ll take approximately two thirds of your core modules in Politics and one third in Global Religions, with optional modules in a range of subjects. Our teaching is founded on a clear view of the connections between these disciplines. Politics cannot be fully understood only through states, parties, policies; it also needs attention to communities, gender, belonging and exclusion.

Our experts cover a diverse range of research specialisms and will support you to develop a sophisticated, interdisciplinary understanding of global challenges. You will have the flexibility to develop your own pathway by choosing Politics and Religion modules that align to your interests.

In your final year, you can choose to research and write a dissertation, focused on either Politics and International Relations or Global Religions, but potentially combining them. You’ll receive guidance from expert tutors at every step of the way, from selecting your research topic to submitting your completed project. You may wish to pursue a topic which brings together your knowledge of religion and politics.

What professional experience will I gain?

Join the only university to have both a parliamentary studies module, run in conjunction with UK Parliament, and a dedicated Politics Policy School with the HM Government Open Innovation team. Here you may meet MPs, parliamentary officials and policy experts to explore how Parliament makes policy. Through networking with external partners, policymakers, and guest speakers you will gain valuable insights into the key political issues of the moment.

You will also have the opportunity to apply for an internship with the Richardson Institute for Peace Studies, based in our department. This could see you participate in a research project with an NGO, a faith-based organisation, or a think tank. An ideal way to build up your experience and your CV.

Study abroad

The study abroad option is an exciting opportunity for anyone who is thinking of working abroad during their career or who simply wants the experience of living and studying overseas as part of their degree.

Often study abroad students describe the year abroad as a “transformative experience”, as it can shape your future career path as well as having a positive impact on your personal development.

Entry requirements

These are the typical grades that you will need to study this course. This section will tell you whether you need qualifications in specific subjects, what our English language requirements are, and if there are any extra requirements such as attending an interview or submitting a portfolio.

A levels

BBB

Access to HE Diploma

24 Level 3 credits at Distinction plus 21 Level 3 credits at Merit

Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

We accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in place of one A level, or equivalent qualification, as long as any subject requirements are met.

BTEC Extended Diploma

DDM

BTEC in combination with A levels

A level at grade B plus BTEC(s) at DM, or A level at grade C plus BTEC(s) at DD, or A levels at grade BC plus BTEC at D

International Baccalaureate

30 overall with 15 points from the best 3 HL subjects

Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers

We are happy to admit applicants on the basis of five Highers, but where we require a specific subject at A level, we will typically require an Advanced Higher in that subject. If you do not meet the grade requirement through Highers alone, we will consider a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers in separate subjects. Please contact the Admissions team for more information.

T levels

Merit overall

GCSE requirements

English Language grade 4/C.

We will also look at your overall GCSE profile when considering your application as a whole.

We do have flexibility when considering GCSE requirements. Go to our GCSE information for more details.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, we require an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component for this programme. English language qualifications for undergraduate study.