Department of Theology & Religion | MA Theology and Religion

MA Theology & Religion at Durham University

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Choose MA Theology & Religion and explore the ways in which human thought and deed has been influenced over time by religious and theological beliefs.

Our broad-based MA in Theology & Religion builds on the Department’s global academic reputation to provide you with an in-depth understanding of Theology & Religion and their impact on the world’s belief systems in the past, present and future.

You will benefit from the theological and religious expertise that exists among academic staff and in University-based institutions such as the Centre for Death & Life Studies, the Centre for Catholic Studies, the Michael Ramsey Centre for Anglican Studies and the International Centre for Moral Injury. You will also have access to the magnificent resource that is our theological and religious libraries.

Teaching and research in the Department is focused on three key areas; Biblical Studies, Christian Theology and the Study of Religion. Reflecting the wide-ranging expertise in the Department, this course requires you to choose your areas of study from an extensive selection of modules, from Classic Texts in Christian Theology to the Principles of Ethics to the Gospels & Canon.

Learning is delivered through small group seminars and tutorials that require substantial preparatory work and contributions during sessions in order to develop your skills in analysis, presentation and independence of thinking. We also adopt a lecture-style format in some classes which provides a firm basis for further research and study in a particular topic.

You will also benefit from our cross-departmental links with the University’s Institute for Middle Eastern & Islamic Studies and the Institute for Medieval & Early Modern Studies on this fascinating and challenging course.

Durham graduates are in demand across many sectors. The world-class study facilities, combined with a research-led approach to learning and the Department’s international outlook mean our postgraduate taught courses and research degrees provide the fundamental skills and personal qualities needed to succeed in the workplace.

Our Theology & Religion graduates are equipped to follow a wide range of careers, including law, politics and government, marketing, business and finance, industry, charity work, the media, journalism and the clergy. Many progress into careers with religious institutions across the world, while others work in schools, colleges and universities. Our taught MAs also offer a pathway into research and many graduates take the step into higher-level studies.

Previous employers have included Linklaters, Kirkland and Ellis, Coltraco Ultrasonics, the Home Office, Durham Police and Jaguar Land Rover.

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