Religion, Theology & Spirituality and Geography (with Foundation Year)

RELIGION, THEOLOGY AND SPIRITUALITY

Liverpool, with its two iconic cathedrals, the oldest mosque in England, and a long history shaped by faith and cultural diversity, is the ideal setting for the Religion, Theology and Spirituality degree. This city is home to vibrant religious communities and a thriving cultural scene, making it the perfect backdrop to explore the wisdom, mysticism, and practices of Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism, alongside contemporary spiritual identities that go beyond traditional faiths.

The Religion, Theology and Spirituality course at Liverpool Hope offers the opportunity to study ancient wisdom, rituals, and sacred texts while critically engaging with pressing modern debates. You will examine profound ethical and theological questions around life, death, gender, sexuality, evil, suffering, ecology, violence, radicalisation, interfaith dialogue, secularisation, and spirituality in today’s world.

Through visits to places of worship and explorations of cultural expressions such as art, music, and even football, the Religion, Theology and Spirituality degree allows you to understand how communities create meaning, hope, and identity. The course also equips you with critical skills for careers where understanding diverse beliefs and navigating ethical challenges are key, including education, politics, community work, and the civil service.

Hear what a Religion, Theology and Spirituality student has to say about the course.

GEOGRAPHY

Geography is the study of the world around us, exploring how the physical environment works, how people interact with each other and with the environment, and how landscapes evolve. This Geography degree provides a dynamic and integrated approach to understanding both physical and human processes, as well as environmental conservation and management. The Geography course allows you to focus on areas ranging from physical and environmental to human geography, developing a broad and enriched understanding of the planet.

Studying Geography equips you with a wide range of skills, making this Geography degree highly valued by potential employers. You will learn from an enthusiastic team of geographers and environmentalists with diverse research interests, benefiting from Liverpool’s unique setting, which provides excellent examples of economic, social, and environmental regeneration, alongside stunning upland and coastal landscapes.

A Placement Year option is available within the Geography course, offering practical work experience to complement your studies and prepare you for future careers.