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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
New College
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
14-SEP-26
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Duration
1 Year
Course summary
The Masters by Research in Theology and Religious Studies enables students to undertake individual, supervised research in any of the subject areas in the School of Divinity that are also represented in our PhD programmes:Hebrew and Old Testament StudiesNew Testament and Christian OriginsHistory of ChristianitySystematic TheologyEthics and Practical TheologyWorld ChristianityScience and ReligionReligious StudiesIslamic Studies and Christian-Muslim RelationsAs a student on the Masters by Research programme you will conduct short research essays in coordination with some of our masters courses, as well as a longer dissertation with the guidance of a dedicated supervisor.The degree can be undertaken as a valuable qualification in its own right, or as excellent preparation for doctoral research.
Application deadline
30/08/2026
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University information
The University of Edinburgh
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University League Table
18th
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Campus address
Main Campus, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
11th out of 22 6
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Entry standards
/ Max 210164 78%6th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10078.0 78%9th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.92 73%22nd
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