Masters Degrees in History of Religions

This is the only history of art and archaeology degree in Europe focused on the great religious traditions of Asia. Read more

The MA Religions of Asia and Africa is in the first place a rewarding cultural and human experience. It is designed both as an end qualification in itself and as a platform preparing students for more advanced graduate work. Read more

The. MA Religions of Asia and Africa. is designed both as an end qualification in itself and as a platform preparing students for more advanced graduate work. Read more

The Certificate in the Study of Religions, which may be taken full-time over one year or part-time over two or three years, consists of 4 units from the current Study of Religions list of undergraduate courses, chosen in consultation with the student’s Personal Tutor, and approved by the Head of Department. Read more

We offer a unique opportunity to explore the civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean and the Near East. Our . remarkably diverse faculty. Read more

This programme explores religious, social, economic, political and cultural developments in the early modern world (c.1450-c.1800). Read more

The MA in Contemporary Art Theory. is for those with a special interest in contemporary art, and an aptitude for theoretical work in the subject. Read more

As one of the largest History Departments in the UK we are able to offer a depth of subject expertise rarely matched by other institutions. Read more

This programme is for students who wish to develop expertise in biblical studies, including those who want to prepare for a PhD. Its emphasis is on adding depth and breadth to expertise in biblical languages. Read more

This flexible programme looks at the Christian past from a variety of perspectives – theological, philosophical and historical – and provides options for special study of themes from the early church to modern times. Read more

The MA in Theology and Religion serves both the specific needs of those focused on progressing towards doctoral research and looking to continue relatively broad-based studies in Theology and Religion to Level four, perhaps in support of a career in teaching. Read more

This course focuses on the context and interpretation of biblical and pseudepigraphal texts, along with the study of biblical languages. Read more

This course involves the study of historical and systematic theology from a range of Christian perspectives. Durham has long-established strengths in both Greek and Latin patristics, the medieval Church and Reformation, contemporary Catholic and Anglican theology, theological ethics, and philosophical theology. Read more

This course looks at religion from anthropological and sociological perspectives. Read more

MSc International Relations (Research) is an advanced, academic study of the subject from a theoretical perspective. This programme includes a compulsory methodology course and is particularly suitable for those intending to proceed to a research degree and an academic career. . Read more