Overview

The MLitt in Theology and the Arts at University of St Andrews is one of the first postgraduate programmes of its kind and retains its world-leading reputation.

The course is designed to provide a broad and rigorous introduction to postgraduate work in the field of theology and the arts. It can be taken as a self-contained programme of study or as a grounding for those intending to pursue doctoral research in this field.

Highlights

A unique training programme for artists wishing to reflect on the theological dimensions of their work, and for theologians wishing to explore the place of art within theological thought and practice.

An ideal stepping stone towards the Institute's PhD programme, which centres on a three-year independent research project.

An opportunity to engage with diverse forms of culture from different historical periods, including literature, drama, the visual arts and music.

A self-contained programme equipping students with a wide range of transferable skills which will support them in a variety of professional fields and settings.

Careers

Students on the Theology and the Arts MLitt programme are provided with the skills they need to succeed in an international job market, both academic and non-academic.

Graduates have taken up roles in a wide variety of occupations and sectors, including:

lectureships, research fellowships, and professorships at universities and colleges

work for arts institutions and museums, archives, libraries, research institutes, and think-tanks

journalism, publishing, and communications sector

church ministry

secondary school teaching and higher education

civil service or public policy

academic, university or public administration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Christian Doctrine and the Arts

Religious Experience and Aesthetic Theory

Theological Engagements with the Arts: Methodologies and Critical Theories

Practical Criticism

Dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-06 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

History Theology and Religious Studies Christian Studies View 340 other Masters in History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree in theology or an Arts subject. If you studied your first degree outside the UK, see the international entry requirements.

personal statement which substantively engages with theology and the arts (300 to 500 words)

sample of your own, single-authored academic work in English (2,000 words)

two original signed academic references

academic transcripts and degree certificates

Tuition Fees

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25900 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

12030 GBP / year

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Living costs

Saint Andrews

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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