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Theory and Method in the Study of Religion – (M.A.)
University of Kent, Canterbury Campus
European Culture and Languages
| Application Deadline: | as early as possible | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,256 - ≈ € 13,116 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Canterbury / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 60 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Kent, Canterbury Campus
The MA in Theory and Method in the Study of Religion provides core training for students wanting to pursue further postgraduate research or research in other contexts. The programme offers an overview of key theoretical debates in the study of religion, as well as methodological issues and approaches for conducting fieldwork. You are also able to select optional modules that will help you to develop your specific interests. As demand for doctoral research funding becomes increasingly competitive, this programme will also provide guidance on seeking funding and writing research proposals, as well as the opportunity to refine ideas for a research project through the taught modules and dissertation.
It is also possible to enrol for 12-month part-time study for a PCert in Theory and Method in the Study of Religion, taking the two core modules marked with a * in the course content section.
Contents
Programme structure * Theory and the Study of Religion*
* Methodological Approaches to the Study of Religion*
* Two from: Religion and Globalisation; Cultural Approaches to the Study of the Sacred; William James and the Study of Religious Experience; Religion and Social Theory; Contemporary Social Theory
* Dissertation
Assessment
Assessment is by coursework and the dissertation.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
A first or good second class honours degree (or the equivalent) in Religious Studies or a relevant humanities or social science subject.
English language requirements
IELTS
* 6.5 incl
* 6.0 reading
* 6.0 writing
* 5.5 listening
* 5.5 speaking
TOEFL internet-based
* 90 incl
* 22 reading
* 21 writing
* 21 listening
* 23 speaking
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
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