Biblical Interpretation and Theology Masters (MA)

Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 to 4 years part-time

This course has a start date in September

The course aims to foster your ability to interpret and reflect theologically on Biblical texts. After successfully completing the course, you should be able to demonstrate:

  • a critical comprehension and sophisticated analysis of current debates in Biblical Theology and Interpretation;
  • the skills required for study at research degree level (MPhil or PhD)

This MA is suitable for students with a first degree in Theology and/or Religious Studies or in a related subject or Classics. It is also very suitable for RE teachers and Christian (or other) religious ministers who would like to upgrade or update their undergraduate studies.
It is an ideal degree if you wish to pursue a one-year MA as preparation for a research degree (either MPhil or PhD), as suggested by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC).

Entry requirements:2.1(Upper 2nd class hons degree or international equivalent)
Including:Degree subjects should be relevant to course applied for
IELTS:7.0 (no less than 6.0 in any element)
TOEFL IBT:100 with no less than 21 in listening, 22 in reading, 23 in speaking and 21 in writing

Key facts

  • The Department of Theology and Religious Studies has a long and distinguished history.
  • The RAE confirmed that Nottingham had retained its place in the top ten elite theology departments across the UK: this reflects the high quality of publications which the staff have produced.
  • You will be part of a thriving postgraduate community that welcomes students from all over the world.

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The courses and research opportunities listed on this website are subject to change. While we will do all we can to ensure the information on these pages is accurate and up-to-date, The University of Nottingham reserves the right to change the content, modules and titles of any courses and research opportunities listed here without prior warning.

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Laura Jarvis, Postgraduate Administrator
Department of Theology and Religious Studies
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD

t: +44 (0)115 951 5897

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