Online Religious Studies Courses
Explore belief systems, spiritual traditions and religious practices from across the globe with City Lit’s online religious studies courses. From ancient faiths to contemporary religious thought, these expert-led courses offer insight into the ideas, rituals and histories that have shaped cultures and societies worldwide — all from the comfort of your own home.
Study key religions such as Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism and more, and examine how belief influences art, politics, philosophy and daily life. With flexible online learning, live interactive sessions and supportive tutor feedback, these courses encourage open-minded discussion and critical engagement with a wide range of religious traditions and viewpoints.
open to adults of all ages, whether you're new to the subject or looking to deepen your knowledge, our religious studies courses provide a welcoming space to explore faith, belief and spirituality in a thoughtful, respectful environment.
Explore our online religious studies courses today and connect with the beliefs and ideas that continue to shape our world.
- Heaven and hell in world religionsCourse start date: Tue 21 Apr 2026
Location on this date: Online
Tutors: Vanessa KingCompare and contrast the afterlife beliefs of the five major religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Christianity and Judaism. Explore how these ideas developed and influenced each other.Full fee £219.00 Senior fee £219.00 Concession £142.00 - Islam and modernityCourse start date: Wed 22 Apr 2026
Location on this date: Online
This course explores how the complex and multifaceted transformation triggered by modernity challenges, reformulates and erases the beliefs, practices and narratives of Islam.
Full fee £139.00 Senior fee £139.00 Concession £90.00
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