University of South Wales Multiple locations Pontypridd , Walesasdasds , United Kingdom
Overview
The Buddhist Studies programme offered by the University of South Wales provides you with a step-by-step approach that gently leads students through an overview of the world of Buddhism. Learning resources and contact with tutors and fellow students is provided through the University’s Virtual Learning Environment. This enables you, wherever you are in the world, to be part of an internet-based group to study, explore and discuss Buddhism using high quality, stimulating and academically rigorous materials. This means that study and participation can be fitted flexibly around other commitments.
Careers
The MA Buddhist Studies course will provide you with advanced level skills and knowledge related to Buddhism, and also forms an excellent basis for those wishing to pursue further academic study in the field.
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Courses included:
- Buddhist Traditions
- Buddhist Ethics
- Buddhist Meditation and Psychology
- Buddhist Philosophy
- Pali Language
- Dissertation
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Duration
- Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Philosophy & Ethics Religious Studies & Theology View 16 other Masters in Religious Studies & Theology in United KingdomMore information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 72
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 50
Other requirements
General requirements
- A good Honours degree at class 2:1 or above.
- Skype interview required.
- The course welcomes international applicants and requires an English level of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.
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International
1000 GBP/moduleTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 1000 GBP per module and a duration of 36 months. -
EU/EEA
1000 GBP/moduleTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 1000 GBP per module and a duration of 36 months.
- £1000per 20 credits
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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This is an online programme. You can attend from the comfort of your chair! So you don't need a student visa!
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