Religious Studies (MA)

Leiden University, Leiden, Netherlands

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# 50QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgram duration

20,900 EURTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MA Religious Studies at Leiden University is designed to equip students with the tools and knowledge required for studying, interpreting, and analysing religion as a diverse (human) phenomenon. With its world-class scholars and access to exceptional research collections, the programme offers the opportunity to explore a broad spectrum of religions and their manifestations from a comparative, multidisciplinary perspective. This one-year MA programme offers you the best of Leiden University, from outstanding and dedicated lecturers to its library’s famous collections. The programme relies heavily on the research of staff members who bring together expertise in specific religions with a comparative approach that draws on a variety of humanistic and social scientific disciplines. Our generalist approach towards the study of religion focuses on skills, tools, methods, and theories, with students being taught how to collect data using a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods and how to analyse and apply concepts and theories to real-world empirical findings. By the end of the programme, you will be equipped with everything needed to critically analyse complex situations around the globe and tackle problems in society at large. We also offer a two-year variant of our programme, called MA Religie en Levensbeschouwing (MA Religion and Worldview). This variant is specifically targeted at the educational sector and is taught in both English and Dutch.

Program overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

TOEFL

100+

IELTS

Cambridge CAE Advanced

185+

To be eligible for one of Leiden University’s master's programmes, you must meet the following admission requirements: Academic, Language and Programme-specific. For Academic requirements: You’ll need a BA or BSc degree (or equivalent and preferably associated to the field of study) to be admitted to any of Leiden University’s master’s programmes. For Language requirements: Admission to most master’s programmes requires students to be proficient in English. For Programme-specific requirements: The specific academic and professional entry requirements for each master’s programme are listed in each programme's website - please check with each programme's site to learn more about the programme-specific requirements.

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

Tuition Fee
Scholarships

Domestic Students

Tuition Fee/year

2,530 EUR

Tuition Fee (Out of State)

International Students

Tuition Fee/year

20,900 EUR

Other Expenses

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A list of available scholarships around the world

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Are you curious, critical and involved in the world around you? At Leiden University, the oldest university in the Netherlands, you can make a valuable contribution to tackling the various national and international challenges facing modern society. Together with academics and fellow students from all over the world, you will actively address these challenges. We keep an open mind, do not shy away from difficult discussions and allow one another the space to disagree. We expect the same active, open-minded and critical attitude from you.

We challenge you to look beyond your own boundaries. Leiden University welcomes anyone who wants to achieve their full potential. Our modest community size in the historical cities of Leiden and The Hague creates a highly personal and committed atmosphere. Together, we map out a learning path that suits you and your ambitions. You will also be encouraged to conduct research in cooperation with eminent and enthusiastic scholars. The knowledge and skills you develop here will benefit you for the rest of your life, regardless of the career path you choose!

Leiden University – The facts

7 faculties spread across Leiden and The Hague
16 English-taught bachelor's programmes
200+ English-taught master’s programmes
447 years of tradition and innovation
Top 100 research-focused university
16 Nobel Prize winners
130 nationalities
+34,000 students

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7 faculties spread across Leiden and The Hague
16 English-taught bachelor's programmes
200+ English-taught master’s programmes
447 years of tradition and innovation
Top 100 research-focused university
16 Nobel Prize winners
130 nationalities
+34,000 students

Academic fields

Leiden has faculties in the fields of:

Archaeology
Governance and Global Affairs
Humanities
Medicine
Law
Science
Social and Behavioural Sciences

Bachelor’s programmes

Master’s programmes

Information for international students

Leiden University, Leiden, Netherlands

# 50QS Subject Rankings

12 monthsProgram duration

20,900 EURTuition Fee/year

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Study Mode

Admission requirements

Exam Scores

Important Dates

Tuition fee and scholarships

Tuition Fee

Scholarships

Domestic Students

International Students

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