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MA - Master of Arts
University of Birmingham
Full Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
Course overview On this course you’ll research the role of religion in politics and society, strengthening your skills as a global citizen. Combine social sciences and religious studies and gain the analytical skills to debate major issues like political violence, security, democracy, human rights and religious freedom. Develop your understanding of the role of religion in politics, international relations and modern society. Course highlights This course crosses subject boundaries so you can discover how religious issues and political challenges interact in a variety of contexts across the world. Build your own degree, choosing modules from a variety of subject areas. Take advantage of our expertise from across social sciences and religious studies to gain an informed insight into crucial debates impacting the future of society. Design your degree around your interests with flexible module choices available across Theology and Religion, History, Philosophy and Politics. Access teaching and lectures from experts in one of the world's Top 50 Theology and Religion departments (QS World University Rankings 2025). Immerse yourself in one of the most religiously and culturally diverse cities in Europe. Make the most of the Department's links with faith-based communities across the city.
The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.
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