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26

Oct 2021

Last Updated: 26/10/2021
Education
Education

Nidderdale academic receives honorary doctorate

by John Plummer

| 26 Oct, 2021
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Dr Peter Vardy's citation says he has done more to promote religious studies and philosophy than anyone else in the UK in the last 30 years.

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Dr Peter Vardy

An internationally renowned Nidderdale academic has been awarded an honorary doctorate in theology from the University of Chichester.

Dr Peter Vardy, former vice-principal of Heythrop College, University of London is recognised as a leader in the fields of religious studies, philosophy and ethics and values education.

Dr Vardy founded Candle Conferences, which organises events, training and resources for students and teachers of religious studies and philosophy, in 2010.


His citation on receiving the award from the University of Chichester said:

"It is quite possible that in the last 30 years Dr Vardy has done more to promote the study of these disciplines than anyone else in the UK.
"Since 2010 he has been campaigning against curriculum changes in England which have recently led to a decline in numbers studying religion, especially after the age of 14."


Dr Vardy, who lives near Scar House Reservoir and has two daughters, has published 18 books, served as an editorial adviser for BBC and Channel 4 documentaries and spoken at conferences in the UK and abroad.




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The citation also said:

"Dr Vardy’s passionate commitment to religious education is emblematic of the ideals of the University of Chichester, his contribution to education and his advocacy of theology, philosophy and religious studies in the press reflects our commitment to teacher education and the inclusive religious foundation of the University.
"He is an alumnus of the university having completed his PGCE here in 1980."