Overview

You will explore the impact of local and global socio-economic and political developments on religion, and how religion contributes to such developments.

A staff member whose research interests in religion matches yours best, will act as your supervisor throughout the programme.

Job prospects

A degree in Theology and Religious Studies (research) at University of Groningen provides a perfect background for:

admission to PhD programmes at national and international institutes and universities;

positions outside academia for which academic research skills are required;

positions as civil servant, advisor or policymaker with local and national government;

teaching positions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories of Religion and Culture

Specialization modules

Field-specific research skills

Philosophy of Science in the Study of Religion and Culture

Generic academic skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

119 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Groningen, Netherlands

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Theology and Religious Studies View 63 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in Netherlands

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

After selection based on the motivation letter, the grade list and other information, an interview with the student is part of the procedure.

On average, grades for Bachelor-2 and Bachelor-3 courses should be 7.5 or higher (on a scale of 1 to 10). The quality of the bachelor's (or master's) thesis is very important.

A grade list of the marks of your bachelor's degree programme with an explanation of the followed courses. The bachelor's programme must have been completed at a pace and with results that warrant the expectation of successful completion of the Research Master's programme in two years.

Bachelor's degree in Theology, Religious Studies, Arts (e.g. International Organizations, Middle Eastern Studies, Philosophy), Political Sciences or Social Sciences (e.g. Anthropology, Psychology, Sociology).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21400 EUR / year

≈ 21400 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2601 EUR / year

≈ 2601 EUR / year

Living costs

Groningen

Netherlands

750 - 1000 EUR / 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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