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At SOAS, in the Department of Religions, you can study a wider range of religious traditions connected to Asia and the Middle East than at any other university in the UK

Our diverse expertise, comprehensive resources and interdisciplinary approach produce a unique learning and research environment that is both inter-cultural and innovative in design.

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The department's academic expertise covers the breadth of global religions.

In Religions, we examine religion, religious experience and religious intersection through a wide range of lenses spanning 2000 years in Asia and the Middle East. These we align with contemporary society for relevance and impact.

— Professor Ulrich Pagel, Chair of Religion

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