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MSc Theology and Religion at University of Edinburgh

University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The new MSc Theology and Religion offers a structured postgraduate path in theology and religion drawing on the School of Divinity's expertise, with compulsory and optional courses, language study, research projects and a 15,000-word dissertation.

Faculty: College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Divinity  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Options include learning ancient and modern languages such as Biblical Hebrew, New Testament Greek, Sanskrit or Tibetan, smaller research projects through the year, and a final dissertation of 15,000 words.

Career pathways

The programme provides a foundation for postgraduate research or for employment in areas requiring critical analysis and empathetic understanding.

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