Undergraduate Prospectus 2013 - University of Winchester

Tristan Norris
BA Theology and Religious Studies
“Initially I had considered primary teaching
but decided I wanted to be more flexible – as
soon as I heard the Theology and Religious
Studies course outline, I knew it was what I
wanted to do,” says Tristan Norris, a Year 3
student.
“I like the fact that we cover a range of
subjects, experiencing them through different
mediums – for example we have explored
performances of religious rituals and visited
various places of worship including churches,
mosques and synagogues.
“The Final Year Project allows you to
concentrate on a topic you are passionate
about. Mine is already underway, focusing
on Judaism in Holocaust films and museum
exhibitions. It is a subject that can be sad
at times, but it’s incredibly interesting and I
have done a lot of background research over
the summer.
“My lecturers are fantastic. They are so
enthusiastic and all specialise so we know we
are being taught by the best scholars around.
We get some great opportunities, like a visit
to Chennai to explore religions in the South of
India – this is with a lecturer who has lived and
worked there and is very knowledgeable and
passionate about the subject, which enhances
the experience even more.
“I think that is one of the best things about
Winchester – you don’t just learn through
reading books, you get the chance to get
there and experience things from a range of
perspectives.”
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