Degree Project, Master of Arts (Two Years), Religious Studies and Theology

Education facts

Code: RT2903

In this course, the student writes an independent and critical academic work in the form of a thesis. Subject and literature are chosen in dialogue with a supervisor. The process of writing is accompanied by an advanced seminar, where the student present his or her own thesis, as well as act as ‘opponent’ to another student’s thesis. Students must be active in seminar discussions and demonstrate knowledge about scholarly methods and approaches. Since the purpose of the course is the completion of an academic work of good quality, it emphasizes training in the skills of academic writing and the communication of complex theoretical material.

Entry requirements

Advanced courses in Religious studies and/or Theology of 60 ECTS credits of relevance for the thesis, of which at least 7.5 ECTS credits with a methodological approach, or equivalent. Applicants must prove their knowledge of English: English 5/English A from Swedish Upper Secondary School or the equivalent level of an internationally recognized test, for example TOEFL, IELTS.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Degree Project, Master of Arts (Two Years), Religious Studies and Theology

  University of Gothenburg

  Start date: 1 September 2025

  End date: 7 June 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %