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Study of Religion

Learn about religions from all over the world and explore their role in shaping politics, culture, morality, and law. Examine how different religions explain concepts like death and evil and study the relationships between religion and violence. Learn about the role of religion in history, or in shaping identity and community, and its influences on music, literature, and art. Explore how religions are changing and look at likely future trends.

Programme requirements

For this degree you'll need to:

  • Complete at least 120 points from 200- and 300-level courses, of which:

    • At least 75 points must be at 300 level or above

    • In exceptional circumstances you may be permitted to include courses at 400 level

    • Satisfy the subject requirements

Subject requirements

For this subject you'll need to:

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English Literature

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Te Reo Māori

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