Overview
The MLitt in Bible and the Contemporary World at the University of St Andrews is a one-year taught programme run by the School of Divinity.
Highlights
- Gain an understanding of how public issues and culture both shape and are shaped by Christian theology, biblical interpretation and practice.
- Combines campus-based and virtual learning modules.
- Join an international and interdenominational group of 20 to 25 students in relating the Christian traditions to a host of public issues.
Careers
Students on this programme have gone on to work in the charitable sector and to further studies. Previous students have held professional occupations in education, law, business, administration, charities and ministry.
Regular workshops, both general and subject-specific, in areas such as publishing, conference presentations, and job searches are offered by the School and the University.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The Origins of Christian Theology
- A Selected Patristic Theologian
- A Selected Mediaeval Theologian
- A Selected Modern Theologian
- The Doctrine of the Trinity
- History of Biblical Interpretation
- Theological Engagements with the Arts
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
History Sociology Religious Studies & Theology View 551 other Masters in Sociology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A good 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree.
- CV or résumé. This should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date.
- personal statement (200 to 300 words)
- sample of academic work (2,000 words)
- two original signed academic references
- academic transcripts and degree certificates
- evidence of English language proficiency (required if English is not your first language).
Tuition Fee
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International
21390 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21390 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
10395 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10395 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for St Andrews
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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