Religious Studies

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 2.08 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 15.7 k / Year(s)  
75 place StudyQA ranking:2862 Duration:12 months

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The programme combines an advanced grounding in the central themes and theories of the study of religion, with ample opportunity for specialisation. You can choose and develop your specific expertise in relation to one of the key research areas of our institute. Religious texts and interpretative practices: This research area focuses on the study of religious traditions from the perspective of sacred texts: their interpretation and the religious rituals and practices associated with them, and discussions on the authority of religious texts. Materiality and physicality of lived religion: This area focuses on the study of the use of the body and the senses in religious practices, such as praying, dancing, fighting, and fasting; the function of objects withing the context of religious practices, such as images, buildings, food, clothing, and money; and public controversies.

Instruction modes

lecture, seminar, self study

Accreditation: NVAO

Erasmus Mundus program: This is an Erasmus Mundus program.

Other requirements


Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

  • ✔️ Flexible study schedule
  • ✔️ Experienced teachers
  • ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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