University of Aberdeen

Anthropology and Theology & Religion

University of AberdeenAberdeen, United Kingdom

Course overview

Anthropology, Theology and Religious Studies at Aberdeen is a great partnership, adding to your thorough grounding in what it means to ‘be human’ with deeper study of the origin, function, and meaning of religion. You will compare the major and local religious traditions of the world, with a special focus on Christian faith, life and doctrine in its historical and present day context. This programme will open up a wide range of career options, in addition to ministry.

Key highlights

  • Combines study of what it means to be human with religion
  • Explores the origin, function and meaning of religion
  • Compares major and local religious traditions of the world
  • Special focus on Christian faith, life and doctrine
  • Examines Christianity in historical and present-day contexts

Entry requirements

  • Scottish Highers: BBBB — SQA Highers: BBBB
  • A-level: BBC — A Levels: BBC
  • International Baccalaureate: 32 — to include including 5, 5, 5 at HL

Scholarships

  • Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

    Aberdeen Global Scholarship worth £6,000 for every year of their programme.

    Up to £6,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Minister of religion
  • Chaplain
  • Religious education teacher
  • Social researcher
  • Charity or community development officer
  • Heritage and museum officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £1,820 per year (Home/Scottish students); £9,790 per year (RUK students) | International: £20,800 per year

Admission

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