Theology and World Religions

Entry requirements

Months of entry

September

Course content

The MA in Theology and World Religions is a programme that approaches theology as a critical, academic study of religion and introduces students to a comprehensive examination of the world’s major traditions.

This programme is situated within a diverse, secular and interdisciplinary university context, emphasising comparative and dialogical approaches.

While the programme provides a solid foundation in the Christian traditions, encompassing both Catholic and Protestant perspectives, it goes further by fostering dialogue with other religious traditions and diverse fields of study. Students engage with Islam, Judaism, Buddhism and more.

The programme includes modules on comparative theology, literature and religion, Christian-Buddhist dialogue and the study of sacred texts across various religious traditions, including the Bible, Qur'an, and the Sutras.

The MA in Theology and World Religions is taught by a faculty with internationally recognised expertise in research and teaching. It is open to students from diverse religious and secular backgrounds, including those with experience in religious and faith communities, humanities backgrounds, and education sectors.

Upon completion of the programme, students will gain significant cultural, political, historical and ethical insights, along with essential skills for critical thinking, interdisciplinary research, and reasoning. This prepares graduates for an increasingly interconnected and globalised world where understanding and dialogue among different religious and cultural traditions are essential.