University Subject Tables 2019
Theology & Religious Studies generally covers all of the world's major religions, approaching them from a non-biased, academic perspective. The table includes courses in Divinity, Comparative Religious Texts and more.
Theology & Religious Studies
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Research Quality
Research Quality
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Graduate Prospects
Graduate Prospects
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Overall Score
Overall Score
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| 1st | 0 | Cambridge | 203 | 4.36 | 3.12 | 90 | 100.0 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsThe University of Cambridge leads the way again for Theology & Religious Studies thanks to excellent scores across the board. The high Entry Standards means that getting onto the course is no easy feat, but should you get onto the course you will enjoy great Graduate Prospects and a huge choice in what you can study. Find Out More |
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| 2nd | 1 | Oxford | 206 | 4.00 | 3.02 | 85 | 98.4 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsThe Faculty of Theology & Religion at the University of Oxford is consistently ranked highly in the UK. This is thanks to excellent scores for Research Intensity and Graduate Prospects. A strong performance is to be expected of a university with Colleges bearing religious names such as Christ Church, Corpus Christi and St Peter’s. Find Out More |
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| 3rd | 1 | Durham | 179 | 4.17 | 3.34 | 85 | 97.8 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsDurham University has finished in the top three for Theology & Religious Studies every year since the first table was published. The Department of Theology & Religion encourages students to embrace research in the subject area and this is reflected in its subject-leading score for Research Quality. Find Out More |
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| 4th | 0 | Exeter | 175 | 4.33 | 3.01 | 85 | 97.1 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsThe University of Exeter’s Department of Theology and Religion has been a mainstay at the upper end of the Theology & Religious Studies table. It has a strong focus on research through two centres and a network: the Centre for Biblical Studies, the Exeter Centre for Ecumenical and Practical Theology (EXCEPT) and the Network for Religion in Public Life. Find Out More |
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| 5th | 1 | Lancaster | 150 | 4.45 | 3.15 | 85 | 96.4 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsLancaster University is no stranger to the Theology & Religious Studies Top Ten, and this year it has entered the top five in the subject table for the first time.
High scores for Student Satisfaction, Research Quality and Intensity are to thank for Lancaster's rise up the table.
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| 6th | 1 | St Andrews | 189 | 4.62 | 2.93 | 75 | 96.4 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsBased in the historic St Mary’s College, the School of Divinity at the University of St Andrews is home to the most satisfied Theology & Religious Studies students in the UK. This could perhaps be due to the stunning Scottish coastline location and range of single and joint honours available to study. Find Out More |
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| 7th | 0 | Bristol | 167 | 4.21 | 2.85 | 80 | 95.2 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsA regular in the Theology & Religious Studies Top Ten, the University of Bristol performs very well for Research Intensity. As a student at Bristol, you will be able to engage further with your subject by participating in regular conferences and lectures organised by the Bristol Institute for Research in the Humanities and the Arts (BIRTHA). Find Out More |
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| 8th | 0 | Birmingham | 147 | 4.14 | 3.26 | 85 | 94.6 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsIf you're interested in a Theology & Religious Studies course and want to enjoy the benefits of high quality research, then the University of Birmingham could be for you as it has one of the highest Research Quality scores around. Birmingham's Department of Theology and Religion has a variety of areas in which you can study including Islamic Studies and Quaker Studies, all taught by leading academics. Find Out More |
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| 9th | 3 | Leeds | 153 | 4.24 | 3.15 | 75 | 94.1 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsThe University of Leeds was last in the Top Ten for Theology & Religious Studies in 2008. Now with solid scores across all measures, it would be a pretty good option if you’re considering this subject. The School of Philosophy, Religion and History of Science offers a range of single and joint honours. Find Out More |
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| 10th | 1 | Edinburgh | 156 | 4.15 | 3.09 | 70 | 93.1 | Profile | |
Subject Table RankingsThe University of Edinburgh has taught Theology ever since its foundation in 1583. Nowadays, the university’s School of Divinity conducts some of the highest quality research in the UK in the field of Theology & Religious Studies. The School of Divinity describes itself as a 'College-cum-Faculty' meaning you can enjoy the sense of community you get from being part of a college whilst also still being part of the university. Find Out More |
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| 11th | 3 | Aberdeen | 166 | 3.74 | 2.88 | n/a | 92.9 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 12th | 3 | Nottingham | 148 | 4.45 | 3.01 | 65 | 92.5 | Profile | |
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| 13th | 3 | SOAS University of London | 138 | 4.08 | 3.04 | 75 | 92.0 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 14th | 1 | King's College London | 153 | 3.97 | 3.08 | 70 | 91.9 | Profile | |
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| 15th | 2 | Sheffield | 144 | 4.13 | 2.93 | 70 | 91.2 | Profile | |
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| 16th | 3 | Manchester | 146 | 4.13 | 2.97 | 65 | 91.1 | Profile | |
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| 17th | 1 | Kent | 120 | 4.01 | 3.11 | 70 | 90.3 | Profile | |
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| 18th | 8 | Glasgow | n/a | 4.45 | 2.56 | 65 | 90.2 | Profile | |
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| 19th | 3 | Liverpool Hope | 111 | 4.28 | 2.37 | 75 | 89.3 | Profile | |
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| 20th | 3 | Roehampton | 99 | 4.51 | 2.47 | 70 | 88.9 | Profile | |
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| 21st | 6 | Queen's, Belfast | 147 | 4.04 | n/a | 80 | 88.6 | Profile | |
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| 22nd | 14 | Bishop Grosseteste | n/a | 3.74 | n/a | 90 | 88.3 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 23rd | 9 | St Mary's, Twickenham | 116 | 4.16 | 2.20 | 75 | 88.0 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 24th | 3 | Cardiff | 136 | 3.88 | 3.06 | 50 | 87.2 | Profile | |
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| 25th | 12 | Gloucestershire | 122 | 4.15 | 2.21 | n/a | 86.8 | Profile | |
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| 26th | 8 | Leeds Trinity | 96 | 4.26 | 1.99 | 70 | 86.5 | Profile | |
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| 27th | 7 | Chester | 112 | 4.27 | 2.35 | 60 | 86.3 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 28th | 4 | Winchester | 105 | 3.45 | 2.33 | 70 | 86.2 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 29th | 2 | Chichester | 112 | 4.31 | n/a | 70 | 85.5 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 30th | 1 | Newman | 101 | 4.38 | 1.79 | 70 | 85.4 | Profile | |
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| 31st | 5 | University of Wales Trinity Saint David | 125 | 3.65 | 2.64 | 45 | 84.7 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 32nd | 2 | Canterbury Christ Church | 96 | 4.29 | 2.52 | 50 | 84.4 | Profile | |
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| 33rd | 2 | York St John | 107 | 4.18 | 2.07 | 55 | 83.8 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 34th | 9 | Cumbria | 92 | 4.10 | n/a | 65 | 82.8 | Profile | |
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| 35th | 3 | Bath Spa | 120 | 4.56 | 2.15 | 40 | 82.7 | Profile Clearing | |
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| 36th | New | Wolverhampton | 92 | 4.41 | n/a | 55 | 82.0 | Profile Clearing | |
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Notes
Read University and Subject League Table Methodology to find where the data comes from, how the tables are compiled, and explanations of the measures used.
The following institutions have courses in this subject but insufficient data to be included in the ranking: Central Lancashire, Highlands and Islands, Hull, Plymouth Marjon and Stirling.
Measures
The maximum scores for the measures shown are as follows:
- Entry Standards: No maximum
- Student Satisfaction: 5.00
- Research Quality: 4.00
- Graduate Prospects: 100
- Overall Score: 100.0
All measures used to compile the tables are available on the full table.