BA (Hons) Religion and Classical Civilisation
Course Overview
This course explores the profound and complex role of religion as a powerful force shaping human societies, both historically and in our contemporary world. It examines how religious beliefs and symbols influence cultural norms, artistic expression, and political debates. Students will analyze religion's impact in both pluralistic societies and those dominated by a single tradition.
Key Program Highlights
- Examine the influence of religion on cultural norms, traditions, and artistic heritage.
- Analyze religion's role in contemporary social and political debates.
- Explore the dynamics of religious pluralism and evolving societal identities.
- Investigate religious expression through artefacts like architecture, literature, and visual arts.
- Understand the critical function of world-views and symbols across different societies.
Course Overview
This course explores the profound and complex role of religion as a powerful force shaping human societies, both historically and in our contemporary world. It examines how religious beliefs and symbols influence cultural norms, artistic expression, and political debates. Students will analyze religion's impact in both pluralistic societies and those dominated by a single tradition.
Key Program Highlights
- Examine the influence of religion on cultural norms, traditions, and artistic heritage.
- Analyze religion's role in contemporary social and political debates.
- Explore the dynamics of religious pluralism and evolving societal identities.
- Investigate religious expression through artefacts like architecture, literature, and visual arts.
- Understand the critical function of world-views and symbols across different societies.
