Course Summary
Theology and Social Justice offer students a unique insight into how religious ideas shape and are shaped by the concrete social realities of the modern world. It aims to further efforts to combat poverty, the climate crisis, racism, homelessness, misogyny, homophobia, sexism, ableism, ageism, and religious discrimination. Our premise is that where theology meets justice, hope meets action.
Is This Course For Me?
If you are looking for an innovative approach to both theology and social justice, and to how they relate to each other, then yes. This programme blends creative and rigorous intellectual work with the struggle for the common good. It is a space to learn new skills, to stretch your mind, to nourish your soul, and to resource a life dedicated to the cause of justice.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Admission to this course is at graduate level. Applicants will normally hold a good honours degree (minimum 2.1 or equivalent) in theology from a recognized university.
Applicants who have a primary degree in other disciplines will be considered.
Exceptional cases, where applicants do not fully meet the above criteria, but make a reasonable case for admissions otherwise, will be considered by the Dean of Graduate Studies.
English Language Requirements:
All applicants to Trinity are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language. Applicants to this course are required to meet B and B (Standard Entry) English language requirements.
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Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Linguistic
The Linguistic's interests are usually focused on ideas and information exchange. They tend to like reading a lot, and enjoy discussion about what has been said. Some will want to write about their own ideas and may follow a path towards journalism, story writing or editing. Others will develop skills in other languages, perhaps finding work as a translator or interpreter. Most Linguistic types will enjoy the opportunity to teach or instruct people in a topic they are interested in.
Career Progression
- Non-Governmental Organisations
- Government - Civil Service
- Churches and other faith-based organisations
- Journalism and Broadcasting
- Education
- The Arts and Creative Industries
- Advocacy Groups, Campaigns and Law
- Research
- Non Profit Organisations/Charities