Overview

Religious communities, practices and institutions are powerful components in human societies. Understanding their motivations and structures can help produce meaning and search for solutions to major challenges in the contemporary world.

The Religious Studies programme at The University of Edinburgh allows a deepening engagement with theory and method in religious studies, while encouraging in-depth study of one or more religious traditions. This combination of theoretical know-how with studies in specific traditions equips you to make sense of, appreciate and compare religion in a cross-cultural perspective.

You can study:

Jewish, Christian, Islamic and Indian traditions
indigenous religions of Africa, North America and East Asia
new age and Afrodiasporic traditions, particularly those in Latin America and the Caribbean
Sanskrit, Arabic or Persian (subject to availability) through our expertise in Asian Studies and in Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies

Career opportunities

This programme is designed to provide a strong foundation for postgraduate research in the field or for employment in a range of areas requiring critical analysis and empathetic understanding.

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Programme Structure

Compulsory courses

Compulsory courses comprise:

Theory and Method in the Study of Religion
one further course from the options specific to this programme
two courses in research methods

Option courses

You will choose three options. At least one must be a course in religious studies, such as:

Contemporary Theories of Religion
Hindu Traditions: Critical Investigations
From Diatribe to Dialogue in Christian-Muslim Relations
New Age Spirituality in Contemporary Culture

The options on offer change from year to year, so please consult the Programme Director for advice on what will be available.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies History Theology and Religious Studies View 394 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, a minimum US 3.25 GPA, or its international equivalent, in theology/religious studies or a relevant field within humanities and social sciences.

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Tuition Fee

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International

27100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 27100 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

13000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13000 GBP per year during 12 months.

Part-time fees:

Home - £6,500

International/EU - £13,550

Living costs for Edinburgh

725 - 1167 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

School of Divinity scholarships
Scholarships are awarded on academic merit. Most are open to all, but some are ring-fenced for applicants from certain parts of the world.
Awards are made for both masters and PhD programmes.
Typically, awards are for full or partial fee costs. Fully funded awards are exceptional and highly competitive.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Religious Studies.

Available Scholarships

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Career opportunities

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Programme Structure

Compulsory courses

Option courses

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Edinburgh

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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