MRes Theology and Religion

... United Kingdom
... University of Birmingham

Course Overview

The Theology and Religion programme from University of Birmingham will provide excellent preparation for your future career, but this can also be enhanced by a range of employability support services offered by the University and the College of Arts and Law.

The University's Careers Network provides expert guidance and activities especially for postgraduates, which will help you achieve your career goals. The College of Arts and Law also has a dedicated  careers and employability team who offer tailored advice and a programme of College-specific careers events.

General Eligibility

  • For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area.

  • Applicants for a PhD will also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • English requirements

    IELTS - 6.5

    TOEFL - 88

Programme Information
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Course Category

Humanities and Social Sciences


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Campus Name

Birmingham, England


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Course Level

Postgraduate Research (PhD /DBA)


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Duration

Full-time, 1 year, Part-time, 2 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

6.5


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Tuition Fees Range

Home full-time: £19,800, International full-time: £22,847,


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