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Spanish & Latin American Studies and Theology & Religion (5 yrs) - MA (Hons)

University of Aberdeen

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  • Qualification

    Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    5 Years

Course summary

Spanish & Latin American Studies and Theology & Religion at Aberdeen adds to your highly-developed language and cultural skills in a major European language with a fascinating exploration of the origin, function, and meaning of religion. You will study and compare the major religions across the world, with special focus on Christian faith in historic and contemporary contexts. You will graduate with language and highly-developed academic skills applicable in many roles here and overseas. Spanish & Latin American Studies has an outstanding reputation, with the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent’ in the last national Teaching Quality Assessment.Aberdeen is one of the most dynamic place to study the Spanish language and the cultural frameworks in countries where it is spoken. We will equip you with the skills to communicate in a global language, spoken by 350 million native Spanish speakers in 19 Latin American states, the Spanish Peninsula and increasingly in the US. You will also study historical, anthropological, literary and cultural texts, films and visual culture of Spain and Latin American countries.In Theology & Religious Studies, you will gain a sound understanding of the major religious traditions of the world, including their historical development and contemporary importance, with a special focus on Christian faith, life and doctrine in its historical, institutional and contemporary context.You will study biblical languages, the history of the church in the west, the Reformation in Scotland, the role of religion in ethical and political debates and religious aspects of disability.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 20,800per year

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University information

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, University Office, Regent Walk, King's College, Aberdeen, Aberdeen, AB24 3FX, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Theology & Religious Studies

    5th out of 22 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    156 74%

    9th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    14th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.54 88%

    3rd

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