Diploma in Religious Studies
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Diploma
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Made up of
- 120 credits
Description
Please note that this Diploma in Religious Studies is being replaced by the Diploma of Higher Education in Humanities (E64).
In order to claim the Diploma in Religious Studies you must have completed the required 120 credits by 31 December 2011. If you have any questions about your eligibility for this qualification please contact the Qualifications and Ceremonies Centre on +44(0) 1908 653003 or by email.
The Diploma in Religious Studies is offered to students who have successfully completed a significant amount of study in the discipline. It is possible to specialise in either the history and recent experience of religion in Britain, with an emphasis on varieties of Christianity and/or to examine a range of world religions in wider cultural and geographical contexts.
How to register
Registration is not yet open for this qualification. For an autumn 2012 start, registration opens on 27 March 2012. If you would like to register your interest, you can order our free guide to studying in 2012.
Learning outcomes
The learning outcomes of this qualification are described in four areas:
- Knowledge and understanding
- Cognitive skills
- Practical and professional skills
- Key skills
Read more detailed information about the learning outcomes, and how they are acquired through teaching, learning and assessment methods.
Credit for previous study elsewhere
If you have already completed some successful study at higher education level at another institution we may be able to give you credit that you can count towards this Open University qualification. Further details will be available when registration opens for this qualification.
On completion
On successful completion of the required modules you will be awarded a Diploma in Religious Studies and will be entitled to use the letters Dip RS (Open) after your name.
Fees 2012
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