Master of theology and religious studies
Master of theology and religious studies}
The study programme has two academic traditions at the centre of its academic approach. First, theology, understood as the historical study of the Bible and the Christian tradition, combined with a contextual approach towards how religious faith and practices are lived out locally and globally today. Second, religious studies, which broadens its scope also towards other religious traditions and other religious texts. Common for the approaches is a common methodological interest for the study of texts and contexts, the interest for religious encounters, and a focus on contextual and lived religion.
Content and Admission Requirements
Master of theology and religious studies, specialization in theology
The programme is based on a Bachelor of theology with Greek (20 ECTS) and New Testament studies based on Greek. The introductory semester focuses on contextual theology and religious encounters, methodology and philosophy of science. The second and third semesters allow the student to go deeper into either biblical studies or other theological subjects through compulsory and elective courses. Hebrew (20 ECTS) is required for one of the OT electives in third semester. The elective course prepares for the Master’s thesis in the fourth semester.
Master of theology and religious studies, specialization in religious studies
The programme is based on a Bachelor of theology, a Bachelor of religious studies, or a Bachelor of Arts, where theology/religious studies make up a central part of the degree. The introductory semester focuses on contextual theology and religious encounters, methodology and philosophy of science. The second and third semesters allow the student to go deeper into the academic field of religious studies through compulsory and elective courses, thereby preparing for the Master’s thesis in the fourth semester.
Master of theology and religious studies, specialization in Bible translation
The programme is based on a Bachelor of theology with Greek (20 ECTS) and/or Hebrew (20 ECTS), and exegetical studies based on the biblical languages, or a more general Bachelor of Arts which includes—or to which is added—corresponding competence of languages and exegesis. After an introductory semester with contextual theology (including biblical studies) and philosophy of science, the second semester allows the student to specialize in Bible translation from historical, theoretical, hermeneutical and applied perspectives. The third semester focuses on linguistics related to Bible translation, normally through exchange with a partner institution in Europe or North America. The three first semesters eventually prepare for a Master’s thesis in the fourth semester.
Programme code
MTEOL
Type
Full-time
Campus
City
Credits
120
Length of study
2 year
Supported by Lånekassen?
Academic responsibility
Language of instruction
English
Fees
| Price for | Semester fee | Copy fee / student council | Tuition fee | Total per semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-time 2019–2020 | 460 | 320 | 2800 | 3580 |
All fees are in Norwegian kroner. Les mer om studie- og semesteravgift.
Application
Admissions requirements
Candidates must have completed a bachelor degree in theology, a three-year programme in which there is a major: That is 80 ECTS credit group, from a recognised institution of higher education, or achieved an equivalent educational basis approved by VID. Some specializations have language prerequisites. See the individual specialization in the above text.
Download the application form. This must be uploaded in your online application.
Please read more about admission for international students.
About rating applicants
Questions about admission?
- Inger Brit Tungland Haugen, student adviser, Stavanger, phone: +4751516224, e-mail: opptak@vid.no