Digital Religion and Popular Culture

Education facts

Code: RT2216

Today’s religion is increasingly medialized, and new digital media have transformed religions in ways and at a rate that has been rarely seen. The return of religion and spirituality is evident in contemporary popular culture such as movies, games and books. The course addresses relationships between religion, digital media and popular culture based on current research in the field. Central concepts such as popular culture and digital religion are presented and discussed. Throughout the course, interaction between religious traditions and groups, digital media and popular culture is highlighted, and the latter’s contribution to religious change is emphasized.

Entry requirements

Bachelors degree or University studies equal to a Bachelors degree, including an approved Bachelor thesis of at least 15 credits. 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.

• Digital Religion and Popular Culture

  University of Gothenburg

  Ortsoberoende

  Start date: 30 March 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %