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Qualification
Bachelor of Divinity (with Honours) - BD (Hons)
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Location
Central area campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP-24
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Introducing BD Divinity
This programme traditionally prepares candidates for professional ministry.
In recent years, it has also been studied by students interested in Christian theology who plan to pursue careers in a variety of contexts.
Our facilities
Your teaching will mostly be at New College in the centre of Edinburgh. This city landmark has its own historic library, study space, hall and garden.
New College Library holds one of the largest theology and religious studies collections in the UK. Its special collections include:
- historical archives
- manuscripts
- printed books and objects
Current collections support the teaching and research activities of the School of Divinity in:
- biblical studies
- the history of Christianity
- religious studies
- theology and ethics
- world Christianity
The collections continue to develop in new and evolving areas such as science and religion, Christian-Muslim relations, Buddhist and Jewish studies, and religion and literature.
Many other study and student support facilities are only a short walk away in George Square, including the University's Main Library.
How will I learn?
You will be taught through a combination of:
- lectures
- tutorials
- seminars
- digital learning
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed in a variety of ways, including:
- examinations
- coursework
- participation in seminars
- presentation of your work
- an honours dissertation
Our graduates pursue a wide range of careers in a variety of settings, including:
- the ministry
- chaplaincy
- the creative arts
- teaching
- counselling
- the voluntary sector
- management and administration
- finance
- the armed forces
- government
Many of our students go on to study for postgraduate qualifications, including masters degrees and doctorates.
Application deadline
31 January
Tuition fees
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : ABB
Required subjects: A Levels: no specific A Level subjects required. GCSEs: English at C or 4.
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