189 Master's in Theology and Religious Studies in Europe

The Christian Leadership in Education program at University of Limerick is an innovative, specialist programme to enhance the development of leadership capacity in the primary and second-level sector.

The Social Anthropology (Religion in the Contemporary World) programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science is a master level course delivered in a full-time public study mode over 12 months. It offers a deep social science perspective on global religious and secular dynamics in today's society.

The Christian Leadership in Education program at University of Limerick is designed to augment other qualifications participants may have achieved in areas of leadership and management so that they have the knowledge, competence and skills needed to lead a faith-based school. 

The South Asian Cultural and Religious History (Classical Indology) programme from Heidelberg University allows students to study the cultural and religious history of South Asia with a special emphasis on the acquisition of philological and ethno-Indological methods. 

The MA in Biblical Interpretation at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David offers a high-quality programme of study taught by experts within the field of Biblical Studies. The programme explores the literature and world of the Bible from both historical and contemporary perspectives.

In this master’s course in Religion, Economics and Politics from University of Basel, the students deepen the connections between religion, economics and politics from different, complementary scientific perspectives. The course addresses pressing social issues relating to religion on a local, national and global level.

How did the Romans view religious-political differences? What potential for pluralism exists in modern monotheisms and secularisms? We offer a master degree in Religion and Pluralism, Ancient and Modern at University of Groningen. 

Cultural Astronomy and Astrology (Full-time) from The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is a unique course which deals with the ways in which human beings attribute meaning to the planets, stars and sky, and construct cosmologies which provide the basis for culture and society.

The Philosophical Theology offered at the University of Oxford offers graduates in either philosophy or theology the opportunity to undertake advanced study in a field bridging the two disciplines. Teaching is provided jointly by members of both the Faculty of Philosophy and the Faculty of Theology and Religion.

The Buddhist Studies course from University of South Wales is ideal for teachers wishing to enhance their subject knowledge, and also for those working in Buddhist organisations who wish to gain a recognised qualification. It is also an excellent course for those wishing to study Buddhism in its own right.

The History of Religions program at Stockholm University is aimed for those who want to expand and deepen their understanding of how religious traditions are shaped, changed and how they impact human societies in history and today.

This Theology and Religious Studies – Religious Heritage MA programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on different professional fields, and you can choose between four different tracks, including The Future of Religious Heritage.

This Theology and Religious Studies - Contextual Biblical Interpretation MA programme from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam focuses on different professional fields, and you can choose between four different tracks, including Contextual Biblical Interpretations.

Durham University offers a part-time MA in Catholic Theology (Distance Learning) designed for those seeking to deepen their understanding of Catholic theology. This programme spans 2 to 3 years and allows students to study flexibly online, commencing in September 2026. Engage with a rich curriculum while connecting with a global community of scholars.

Join a timely debate about the role of faith and belief, and acquire skills to interpret the world from a theological perspective. This Christian Theology and the Contemporary World degree is taught by Cambridge Theological Federation and accredited by Anglia Ruskin University.

The M.S. “Studies in Orthodox Theology” at National and Kapodistrian University of Athens aspires to provide its participants with specialized knowledge of and expertise in all aspects of Christian-Orthodox Church and its theology and in the context of our modern world.

Students on the Religion in Contemporary Society degree at MF Norwegian School of Theology will acquire tools to understand and interpret relevant social processes and challenges that shape, and are shaped by, religious traditions and practices.

The Extended Ecumenical Studies program at University of Bonn is an international and interdisciplinary degree program that is taught in English and aimed at students with different religious and cultural backgrounds. 

The University of Leeds offers a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Religion, designed to be completed in 9 months on a full-time basis. This programme delves into the complexities of religious beliefs and practices, providing a comprehensive understanding of their impact on contemporary society.

The Anthropology of Religion and Culture course from University of Groningen equips you with the skills to explore specific lifeworlds across various contexts in order to gain a thorough understanding of the role of religion and culture in different societies.