Exeter University’s degree in magic is dangerous

The University of Exeter’s new MA in magic and the occult reflects growing interest in all things magical and mystical. Kate Orson, who was involved in the new age for more than 20 years, explains why she is concerned, and how Christians can respond

Last week, the University of Exeter announced a new masters degree, created in response to the “recent surge in interest in magic”.

While Harry Potter fans were getting excited imagining a real life Hogwarts, the MA in magic and occult science is not actually designed to teach practical magic skills, but to study “the history and impact of witchcraft and magic around the world on society and science.”

As Christians, should we be concerned?