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MA Religion, Politics and Society

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

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.

Application deadline

28/08/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 27,090per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    19th out of 77 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    132 67%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    8th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    51st

    1

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