Divinity, University of London

Religion matters. Over six billion of the world’s population have a religious affiliation, and religion has a major impact on individuals and societies. At the University of London you can study online for a CertHE Divinity, DipHE Divinity, or the full Bachelor of Divinity degree programme.

For further details see: https://www.london.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/bd-divinity

Applications for 2024-25 close on 2 September 2024.

For billions of people, religion is a source of meaning, purpose, and values – and sometimes conflict. Have you considered studying it online? At the University of London you can focus on Christianity or on religion more generally, and you can study for a single module, a Certificate or Diploma of Higher Education in Divinity, or the full Bachelor of Divinity degree programme.

For further details, see: https://www.london.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/bd-divinity

You can also contact the Programme Team on [email protected].

Applications for 2024-25 close on 2nd September 2024.

What’s the point of studying religion? That was a comment on one of our previous posts.

Well, around 85% of the world’s population have some kind of religious affiliation – so religion has a major impact on the wellbeing of our planet and its population.

In many cases, that impact is positive. Religion offers meaning, purpose and hope, and provides community and connection. At its best, it drives people to alleviate poverty and promote justice and peace.

Sadly, however, its impact is sometimes negative. Misunderstandings and mistaken or competing beliefs can lead to various kinds of conflict, violence, and war.

That’s why it matters that people keep trying to understand religion, and, where necessary, to question it.

So, by studying religion, you can think about life’s ‘big questions’ for yourself, take part in the ongoing debate, and, perhaps, use your knowledge to help others in your current or future context.

For further details of our programmes of study, see: https://www.london.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/bd-divinity

Applications for 2024-25 close on 2 September 2024.

Each module in our Divinity programmes comes with a specialist tutor providing help and guidance. Apply for the full degree, and you'll collaborate with a specialist supervisor on a topic of your choice. Study the Divinity programmes with us online: london.ac.uk/divinity

The Bachelor of Divinity is one of the oldest programmes at the University of London. It was taught at King’s College London for many years and is held by graduates across the world, including the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The programme is now offered entirely online but the association with King’s remains as, since 2017, the programme has been directed by the University of London Worldwide and hosted by King’s, whose Department of Theology and Religious Studies is in the top ten TRS departments in the UK.

The programme consists of twelve modules and you can pay by module, taking up to six years to compete the full degree programme (shorter programmes are available). Applications for 2024-25 close on 2 September 2024.

For further details, see: https://www.london.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/bd-divinity

To contact the Programme Team email: [email protected].

For billions of people, religion is a source of meaning, purpose, and values – and sometimes conflict. Have you considered studying it online? At the University of London you can focus on Christianity or on religion more generally, and you can study for a single module, a Certificate or Diploma of Higher Education in Divinity, or the full Bachelor of Divinity degree programme.

For further details, see: https://www.london.ac.uk/.../undergraduate/bd-divinity and our prospectus:https://www.london.ac.uk/.../divinity-prospectus-2024.pdf

You can also contact the Programme Team on [email protected].

Applications for 2024-25 close on 2nd September 2024.

If you would like to speak with someone to find out whether one of our Divinity programmes is right for you, you can contact the programme team on [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you.

Embark on a unique academic journey with our Divinity programmes. Dive into the richness of traditional Christian Theology, complete with biblical languages. Alternatively, explore a diverse range of modules, including in-depth studies on Islam and Buddhism. You can also study interdisciplinary modules like Religion and Science, Religion and Ethics, and Religion and Reason (Philosophy of Religion). The choice is yours—discover the profound intersections of faith and knowledge: london.ac.uk/divinity

Our online Divinity programmes offer an opportunity to explore questions of fundamental human concern while developing a variety of skills; you can focus on Christianity, or religion more generally, and study texts, languages, history, doctrines, philosophy, ethics, science and/or politics while developing your analytical expertise.

You can study a single module, a Certificate or Diploma of Higher Education in Divinity, or the full Bachelor of Divinity degree programme. There are no attendance requirements; all teaching is asynchronous with the support of a specialist tutor, and all teaching and assessment takes place online, meaning that this is a cost-effective way to combine your studies with work or other responsibilities.

For further details, see: https://london.ac.uk/courses/divinity or contact the Programme Team on [email protected].

Applications for 2024-25 close on 2nd September 2024.

Our online Divinity programmes offer an opportunity to explore questions of fundamental human concern while developing a variety of skills; you can focus on Christianity, or religion more generally, and study texts, languages, history, doctrines, philosophy, ethics, science and/or politics while developing your analytical expertise. New for this year is the opportunity to choose either a Christian Theology or a World Religions pathway at Level 4 (see https://www.london.ac.uk/sites/default/files/regulations/programme-regulations-divinity-2024-25.pdf, page 16).

You can study a single module, a Certificate or Diploma of Higher Education in Divinity, or the full Bachelor of Divinity degree programme. There are no attendance requirements; all teaching is asynchronous with the support of a specialist tutor, and all teaching and assessment takes place online, meaning that this is a cost-effective way to combine your studies with work or other responsibilities.

For further details, see: https://london.ac.uk/courses/divinity You can also contact the Programme Team on [email protected].

BD Divinity Deepen your understanding of communities influenced by religious belief and consider fundamental questions about the meaning and purpose of human life.

When you study the Divinity programmes at the University of London, you don’t have to go straight to a full degree programme. We offer individual modules and a DipHE and a CertHE for those curious but unable to commit to longer study. Explore Divinity: london.ac.uk/divinity

Our Tutor in Islam, Dr Shanon Shah, is offering the following one-day course at Sarum College, Salisbury, on 17th May:

From Rabia to Rumi: Encountering Islam through Sufi tales and poetry

For further information, please see:

From Rabia to Rumi - Sarum College Encountering Islam through Sufi tales and poetry Rumi’s masterpiece, the Masnavi, is among the most celebrated works of spiritual poetry in the world. Even if poetry is not your “thing”, you probably know more lines or quotes from Rumi than you think. And, even if you have not come across them...

Applications have officially opened for the next intake of the Divinity programmes. This degree offers a fascinating insight into religion, which has defined world history for millennia and continues to shape the current modern world order. Apply now: london.ac.uk/divinity

Great to see Divinity students at number 2 on the University of London's Student Experience Survey leaderboard!

Check if your programme made it to our leaderboard! Your feedback matters, participate in the 2023-2024 Student Experience Survey for a chance to win in our bonus prize draw. Don't miss out! Complete the short survey today: https://bit.ly/3XiJT17

Introducing Elizabeth Burns, our Programme Director for the Divinity programmes. With a teaching background spanning 30 years in Philosophy of Religion, she has also contributed to leading journals such as the International Journal for Philosophy of Religion and Religious Studies. Benefit from her wealth of knowledge and experience. Apply now: https://www.london.ac.uk/study/courses/undergraduate/bd-divinity

As Spring draws near, Hridoy reminds us to let this season be your inspiration for new beginnings and boundless opportunities. Do you have words of motivation for your fellow students? Share them with us here: https://bit.ly/3W9T2Zx

Tomorrow is . Let us take a moment to reflect and remember all those affected by the Holocaust.

Exploring life's profound questions and values is at the heart of our Bachelor of Divinity, one of our university's most valued degrees. Join us on a journey to ponder the meaning and purpose of human existence. Register your interest today: london.ac.uk/divinity

The University of London is one of the oldest universities in the UK and is regarded as a centre of academic excellence. We educate over 50,000 distance learners annually in 190 countries. Study one of our Divinity programmes online with expert guidance: london.ac.uk/divinity

Wishing a Sameach to our students and alumni community celebrating the festival over the next eight nights, from all of us at the University of London.

Our Tutor in Islam, Dr Shanon Shah, is offering the following short course at Sarum College, Salisbury, on Wednesday 29th November, 10.00-16.00:

Encountering Islam through Rabi’a of Basra

The poetry attributed to Rabi’a is foundational to the story of Sufism, the mystical tradition within Islam.

Yet the stories about Rabi’a – and speculation about how these stories came to be told – are equally important to appreciate the power of her poetry and overall legacy. Together, Rabi’a’s poetry and the stories about her life offer valuable insights into lesser-known aspects of early Islam, including some interesting observations about gender.

We can also explore some correspondences between Rabi’a and women mystics in other faith traditions – the legacy of Julian of Norwich for Christians comes to mind.

In this course, we will read and enjoy some of the best-loved poetry attributed to Rabi’a. We will also delve into some of the miracle stories associated with her life. We will situate Rabi’a’s poetry and life within the larger tradition of Sufism and reflect on how this can enrich spiritual sharing and learning within and between different faith traditions.

About the Tutor

Dr Shanon Shah is director of Faith for the Climate, a UK-based charity that aims to encourage, equip, and inspire people of faith to take effective action to address the climate crisis. He is also Tutor in Islam at the University of London’s Divinity Programme and conducts research at the Information Network Focus on Religious Movements (Inform), affiliated with King’s College London. He writes and publishes widely on the intersections of religion, popular culture, and social justice and holds a doctorate in the sociology of religion from King’s College London. Now based in London, he was a multiple award-winning singer-songwriter, playwright, and journalist in his native Malaysia.

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Encountering Islam through Rabi’a of Basra - Sarum College The poetry attributed to Rabi’a is foundational to the story of Sufism, the mystical tradition within Islam. Yet the stories about Rabi’a – and speculation about how these stories came to be told – are equally important to appreciate the power of her poetry and overall legacy. Together, Rabi...

Congratulations to our Tutor in Religion and Ethics, Dr Miroslav Imbrisevic, who has recently published an edited collection of papers on Sport, Law and Philosophy:

Sport, Law and Philosophy: The Jurisprudence of Sport Sport, Law and Philosophy: The Jurisprudence of Sport discusses the intersection of law and sport and highlights its usefulness to both legal scholars and philosophers of sport. There is a general recognition that law and sports bear strong similarities. Both can be understood as systems of rules, w...

Our online Divinity programmes offer an opportunity to explore questions of fundamental human concern while developing a variety of skills; you can focus on Christianity, or religion more generally, and study texts, languages, history, doctrines, philosophy, ethics, science and/or politics while developing your analytical expertise.

You can study a single module, a Certificate or Diploma of Higher Education in Divinity, or the full Bachelor of Divinity degree programme. There are no attendance requirements; all teaching is asynchronous with the support of a specialist tutor, and all teaching and assessment takes place online, meaning that this is a cost-effective way to combine your studies with work or other responsibilities.

For further details, see: https://london.ac.uk/courses/divinity You can also contact the Programme Team on [email protected].

Applications for 2023-24 close on 1st September 2023.

Today Ahmed reminds us that one of the keys to happiness is expanding your knowledge. By embracing the journey of learning throughout our lives, we open up the door to endless possibilities. Share your motivational words with us: https://bit.ly/3qFoBR5

BBC Radio 4 - The Archbishop Interviews - Eight things we learned when the Archbishop of Canterbury met John Cleese The comedy giant reflects on religion and how he sees himself.

Click here https://www.london.ac.uk/news-opinion/london-connection/feature/it-strengthens-your-convictions-how-studying-divinity for part two of our London Connection blog about studying Divinity online with the University of London, featuring two of our students.

‘It strengthens your convictions': How studying Divinity changed their lives Hear from students about their experiences studying our Bachelor of Divinity programme which examines some of life’s most fundamental questions.

Great to see this London Connection blog about studying Divinity online at the University of London, featuring two of our students:
https://www.london.ac.uk/news-opinion/london-connection/its-one-best-things-ive-ever-done-what-studying-divinity-means-them

Contact the Divinity Team with any questions about the programme on [email protected]

‘It’s one of the best things I’ve ever done’: What studying Divinity means to them The Bachelor of Divinity is one of the University of London’s oldest degrees. Hear from past and current students on what it's like to study the programme.

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