School of Divinity

Degree programmes

Explore our wide ranging choice of degree programmes.

Studying Theology, Religious Studies and Divinity with us enables you to explore different religious traditions and to do so using a range of approaches or methods. We study religions in a range of historical and cultural contexts, globally and locally, both in their own right and in mutual interaction. You may wish to specialise in a particular tradition or approach, or you may prefer to take a broad range of courses to suit your varied interests.

We offer courses on lots of different religious traditions: We have been teaching Christianity the longest, and offer courses across the full breadth of its history, thought and literature in its many global contexts. We also have extensive course offerings on Islam, Judaism, Buddhism and Hinduism, as well as on indigenous religions, particularly in Asia and Africa, and new religious movements or spiritualities, atheism and non-religion.

Theology (MA)

Study Christianity and other religious traditions interdisciplinarily and with the opportunity to concentrate on various subject areas.

Religious Studies (MA)

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Religious studies is an interdisciplinary field focusing on religious beliefs and practices and their relationship with the wider world.

Divinity (BD)

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Focus on Christian Theology by studying Christian scriptures, historical developments, doctrines and practices.

Divinity - Graduate Entry (MDiv)

Focus on Christian Theology by studying Christian scriptures, historical developments, doctrines and practices.

Religious Studies and English Literature (MA)

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This joint honours programme combines the vibrant study of religions with the excitement of English Literature.

Religious Studies and Scottish Literature (MA)

This joint honours programme combines the vibrant study of religions with the excitement of Scottish Literature.

Divinity and Classics (MA)

Divinity and Classics overlap in historical periods and the Greek and Latin heritage of Christianity in Europe and North Africa.

Philosophy and Theology (MA)

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Explore the intersections between Philosophy and Theology and study how these traditions have shaped contemporary thinking.

Graduate Diploma in Theology and Religious Studies

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A programme for graduates that want to develop knowledge in Theology and Religious Studies.