MA Religion, Politics and Society at University of Birmingham

Now more than ever, religion plays a major role in national and international politics. On this course you’ll research the role of religion in politics and society, strengthening your skills as a global citizen. Combine social sciences and religious studies and gain the analytical skills to debate major issues like political violence, security, democracy, human rights and religious freedom.

Department: Theology and Religion  |  Duration: MA: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Dissertation Preparation and Guided Reading, Research Methods, Religion in Contemporary Global Politics I, Dissertation, Placement-based Dissertation, Islamic Philosophy, Approaches to the Study of Islam.

Career pathways

By studying a postgraduate degree in Theology and Religion at Birmingham, you’ll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths. These skills include the ability to research and organise information, written and verbal communication skills and the ability to write to tight deadlines.

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