Top 2
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Postgraduate study in Theology and Religion
Join one of the largest departments of Theology and Religion in Britain and benefit from our broad academic expertise and forward-thinking approach to postgraduate programmes.
We offer Certificates, Diplomas, taught and research Masters, and traditional and practical Doctorates across a range of areas in Theology and Religion.
With our extensive links to academic and religious institutions across five continents, and our large international community of postgraduates, you'll be part of a diverse and well-connected environment.
Why study Theology and Religion at Birmingham?
- Top 3
UK Theology departments in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) exercise 2021, based on research rated 4*
(Times Higher Education)
- Top 50
in the world for Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies
2025 QS World University Rankings
Birmingham’s Philosophy, Theology, and Religious Studies department is one of the best in the world and their commitment to excellence makes for a wonderful learning environment.
Our postgraduate degrees
- MA Islamic Studies
- MA/Diploma Philosophy of Religion and Ethics
- MA Philosophy of Religion and Ethics by Distance Learning
- MA Religion, Politics and Society
- MA Theology and Religion
- MPA Faith Based Leadership
- MRes Theology and Religion
- Practical Theology Doctorate (DPT)
- PhD/MA by Research Theology and Religion (on campus or by distance learning)
Postgraduate scholarships available
Learn more about our scholarshipsThe College of Arts and Law is offering a range of scholarships for our postgraduate taught and research programmes to ensure that the very best talent is nurtured and supported.
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