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145 Visit Us Online dcu.ie/arts Contact Details studenthelp@dcu.ie Additional Information The course also provides a strong foundation for further study. Bachelors of Arts: Joint Honours Honours Bachelor Degree DC009/291/292/293/295 WorldReligions andTheology Why is this subject forme? Are you curious about investigating the significance of religion in a complex world? Are you interested in learningmore about various religious traditions such as Judaismand Islam? Do you enjoy thinking about contemporary ethical dilemmas? If so, World Religions and Theology is just for you. In this subject, a variety of exciting modules cover a broad range of topics including theHebrew, Christian and Islamic Scriptures; key thinkers inWestern and Islamic philosophy; systematic theology; ethics; andworld religions. Youwill have the opportunity to become involvedwith the wider community beyond theUniversity through service-learning placements with social justice organisations, including workingwith peoplewho are homeless and refugees. The study ofWorld Religions and Theology is open to students of all backgrounds, religious and secular. WhatWill I Study? Year 1 History of Christianity | Introduction to the Jewish andChristian Scriptures | Theology: Sources, Themes, and Debates | Ethics | Introduction to Islam Year 2 Christology: Systematic, Historical and Interreligious Perspectives | Letters of Paul | Science and Religion | Philosophy: AnHistorical Introduction | Liberation Theologies | Justice and Peace Optional StudyAbroad / INTRA Final Year Social Ethics and Service-Learning Placement | NewTestament: TheGospels | Hinduism, Buddhismand Eastern Traditions | Religion: Philosophical and Sociological Approaches | World Religions /WorldViews FutureCareer Theology and Religious Studies graduates work in various areas of professional activity, including teaching, lecturing and adult education; pastoral work; journalism; communications; politics and social sciences; European and international religious agencies; voluntary and community organisations; social justice and human rights bodies; development work and research. Please note that in some areas a relevant postgraduate qualificationmay be required.