MA Religion, Politics and Society at SOAS University of London

Programme overview

Religion has always been a core aspect of human culture, society and politics worldwide. The MA Religion, Politics and Society offers a rigorous, secular, and interdisciplinary environment for the advanced study of world religions.

Faculty: School of History, Religions and Philosophies | Duration: 1 year | Study mode: full-time or part-time | Intake: September | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students are required to take taught modules to the equivalent of 120 credits, and to submit a dissertation of 10,000 words (60 credits). Core and compulsory modules include Dissertation in Religion, Politics and Society, Religion and Global Politics: Themes and Critical Perspectives, Religion and Global Politics: Theories and Genealogies.

Career pathways

In addition to an understanding of global faiths, histories and cultures, graduates from the Department of Religions and Philosophies develop the skills to analyse and communicate ideas in a clear, rational and comprehensive manner. These key proficiencies are valuable in many careers and are transferable to a wide range of sectors and roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We will consider all applications with a 2:2 (or international equivalent) or higher. In addition to degree classification we take into account other elements of the application such as your supporting statement. References are optional, but can help build a stronger application if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications. Applicants from Ghana: Bachelor degree accepted as equivalent to a UK 2:2: 2:2 (Second Class Lower Division) or GPA 3.25/5.0 or 60%.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,965 a year. Full-time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 25,320 a year. Full-time tuition fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.soas.ac.uk/how-apply-postgraduate-study

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