Theology MA (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Theology MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Theology and Religious Studies.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Theology and Religious Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Theology and Religious Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26000 | £26000 | £31500 |
25-75 percentile range | £21500 - £28000 | £22000 - £32500 | £25500 - £41000 |
All Theology and Religious Studies courses of The University of Edinburgh
Salary of all UK Graduates of Theology and Religious Studies
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £24600 | £21984 | £24753 |
25-75 percentile range | £20160 - £27350 | £14721 - £27536 | £16715 - £32346 |
All Theology and Religious Studies courses in the UK
Course Description
The MA Theology offers you a broad and interdisciplinary study of Christianity and other religious traditions.
At Edinburgh, studying theology includes:
- biblical studies
- Christian theology
- ethics and philosophy
- history of Christianity
- Islamic studies
- religious studies
Course selection
We have a large range of courses to choose from; this means you can focus on particular areas or approaches if you would like to.
Topics we cover include:
- Christian intellectual history and challenges to it
- ethics and the philosophical theology
- biblical texts and languages
- the history of the Christian churches and global Christianity
- non-Christian religions
- science and theology
- the arts and theology
- liberation theologies
- practical theology
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Theology MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh
10% | Finance Professionals |
10% | Secretarial and related occupations |
10% | Caring personal services |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Engineering professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | Total 65 with at least 5.5 in each component. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 92 | Total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
Cambridge English Advanced | Total 176 with at least 162 in each component |
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Cambridge English Proficiency | Total 176 with at least 162 in each component |
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Trinity ISE | ISE II with distinctions in all four components |
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PTE Academic | 62 | Total 62 with at least 54 in each component |
Costs
Tuition Fees Theology MA (Hons)
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
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Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £26500 | year 1 |
International | £26500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Edinburgh in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Edinburgh in related subject specific rankings.
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023