Religion and Literature MSc
The University of Edinburgh
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The Religion and Literature programme draws on the strengths of one of the most distinguished centres of religious and theological studies in the country. It offers deep and broad study of the relationship between all genres of literature and religious traditions, history, thought and practice. It will equip you to engage in this growing field from a variety of starting points and to understand the interaction between literature and religion from a range of wider contexts, including those of ...Read more

The Religion and Literature programme draws on the strengths of one of the most distinguished centres of religious and theological studies in the country. It offers deep and broad study of the relationship between all genres of literature and religious traditions, history, thought and practice. It will equip you to engage in this growing field from a variety of starting points and to understand the interaction between literature and religion from a range of wider contexts, including those of theology and the textual, historical and social scientific study of religions.This programme is aimed at students and professionals with an academic background in literary studies and/or religious studies or theology who are keen to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of both disciplines in dialogue.The programme offers you the opportunity to study and collaborate with established academics in the interdisciplinary field, with a view to tailoring a personalised path to doctoral study or to other relevant careers.

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04 Apr 14

I think it’s a really cool place to study. All of my flatmates are awsome and I don’t have any problems with anybody apart from myself regarding studying. Lectures are really..Read more

SR
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04 Apr 14

University generally is very good and I really enjoy the fact that the city life is very good and the campus of the uni is located in the heart of the city making it very easy to..Read more

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Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, a minimum US 3.25 GPA, or its international equivalent, in a relevant humanities subject such as theology, religious studies, or english literature.

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£13,700 per year

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£13,700 per year

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£13,700 per year

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£32,000 per year

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£32,000 per year

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