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The Study of Religions Department at UCC is the only department dedicated to the study of religions on the island of Ireland. Our courses are solely taught from a non-theological and non-confessional perspective.

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10 Apr 2025

Dr. Amanullah De Sondy attended a special reception in partnership with Cork Chamber hosted by British Ambassador to Ireland, Paul Johnston this evening in Cork.

Aman also met Lord Mayor of Cork - Dan Boyle, film producer and former Member of the House of Lords of the United Kingdom - David Puttnam, TD and Minister of State - Jerry Buttimer and UCC's VP Global - Professor Ursula Kilkelly
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09 Apr 2025

First year student to participate in Harvard Divinity School Conference 'Art and Spirituality'

First Year student on the RG1001: Religions and Global Diversity Programme, Rebecca Desbordes aka Rivka Salomé, will participate in the Harvard Divinity School Conference 'Art and Spirituality' connected to HDS's Program on the Evolution of Spirituality.      
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06 Apr 2025

The Fringes of the Jewish World Colloquium, Miami USA

Dr. Amanullah De Sondy presented at a keynote conversation honouring the life and legacy of Tudor Parfitt, Distinguished University Professor and President Yitzhak Navon Professor of Sephardic-Mizrahi Studies at Florida International University (Miami, USA) at ‘The Fringes of the Jewish World Colloquium’ at the Jewish Museum of Florida in Miami (April 6/7). 
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03 Apr 2025

Middle East Specialist Archaelogist Explores Jerusalem with One God: Judaism, Christianity and Islam students

Dr. Amanullah De Sondy’s ‘One God: Judaism, Christianity and Islam’ students welcomed the West Cork Artist and Writer, Brian Lalor to class on Thursday 3rd April 2035. A specialist archeologist having worked extensively in the Middle East, Brian explored the built heritage of Jerusalem over successive periods and discussed archaeological discoveries and their interpretation.   They also welcomed Clair Lalor (Co-Chair of Cork Three Faiths Forum) and other members to class. Clair introduced the work of the forum and its significance in building bridges between Jews, Christians and Muslims in Cork and beyond. Photo includes Rev, Tony Murphy (Church of Ireland)
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