Religious Education
| Course length: | 3 years full-time (minor subject) |
| Course type: | Combined honours |
| Entry requirements: |
A minimum of 280 UCAS points including grades CC or above at A2 level, BTEC National Diploma with an overall grade of Distinction Merit Merit, or an Access Diploma with a minimum of 39 credits with Merit or Distinction. You will also need five GCSEs at grade C or above, including GCSE English Language, or a recognised equivalent. For alternative qualifications please see our entry requirements page. |
| Subject Area: | Theology |
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| Contact: | Contact for admissions enquiries AdmissionsTel: 0121 476 1181 (Ext. 2386) Email: admissions@newman.ac.uk Contact for course content enquiries Dr Susan Docherty (Programme Leader for Combined Honours and Head of Theology and Religious Education) Tel: 0121 476 1181 (Ext. 2231) Email: info.theology@newman.ac.uk |
Why study Religious Education?
This minor route is only offered in combination with Education Studies major as it is aimed at those students who are considering a career in teaching or other aspects of education. It draws on the Theology department’s strengths in the area of Religious Education.
What careers could I consider after this degree?
Graduates of Theology, Philosophy and Religion at Newman will have developed a valuable understanding of a variety of religious traditions and cultures, enabling them to interpret the diverse religious and cultural practices of contemporary society. These skills are increasingly valued by community support groups, personnel departments, charitable organisations, the leisure and tourism industry and local councils.
Minor in Religious Education
Year 1
Introduction to Religious Education
Introduction to Spiritual Development
Year 2
Religious Education and Citizenship
An optional Theology or Philosophy module
Year 3
Advanced Pedagogy in Religious Education
An option from Theology or Philosophy
These modules are subject to change.
