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Theology and Religious Studies at The University of Edinburgh - UCAS

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Course summary

The Masters by Research in Theology and Religious Studies enables students to undertake individual, supervised research in any of the subject areas in the School of Divinity that are also represented in our PhD programmes:

  • Hebrew and Old Testament Studies
  • New Testament and Christian Origins
  • History of Christianity
  • Systematic Theology
  • Ethics and Practical Theology
  • World Christianity
  • Science and Religion
  • Religious Studies
  • Islamic Studies and Christian-Muslim Relations
As a student on the Masters by Research programme you will conduct short research essays in coordination with some of our masters courses, as well as a longer dissertation with the guidance of a dedicated supervisor. The degree can be undertaken as a valuable qualification in its own right, or as excellent preparation for doctoral research.

Modules

See the University of Edinburgh website for detailed programme information.


Entry requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.


Fees and funding

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Theology and Religious Studies at The University of Edinburgh - UCAS