Course Details in 2026/27 Session

Module Title	LH Queer Spiritualities
School	Phil, Theology and Religion
Department	Theology and Religion
Module Code	09 30881
Module Lead	Deryn Guest
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-30 hours Guided independent study-170 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module requires students to engage with key texts in contemporary critical theory relating to sexualities and genders in order to understand how it informs discussions of queer spiritualities, queer readings of scriptural texts and queer/indecent theologies. Students will discuss critically issues such as the naturalization and construction of heterosexuality, the effects of heteronormativity and its implications for how LGBTQ-identified people integrate sex/gender choices with their faith journeys.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: evaluate critically the work of queer theorists within biblical and theological studies as it relates to issues discussed in class. apply contemporary critical theories of genders and sexualities to issues discussed in class analyse and critically evaluate a range of relevant primary source material
Assessment	30881-01 : 4000 word essay : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 1x4000 word essay Reassessment: 1 x 4000 word essay Only if extenuating circumstances apply
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