Modern Theology

Education facts

Code: RT2327

The modern period is characterized by social, intellectual and political changes that have altered the landscape of religious belief and practice. This course examines how theology has evolved in these changing contexts. The course examines the interchange between theological ideas and movements and developments such as the rise of the natural sciences, the emergence of liberal nation-states, secularism and post-secularism. Students will examine topics such as the nature of faith, the relation of faith to different conceptions of rationality, the interplay between religion, politics and ethics, and changing understandings of topics such as God, creation, Christ and salvation.

Entry requirements

Degree of Bachelor or completed courses of at least 180 credits at first cycle level, of which at least 90 credits must involve progression in some main field of study that includes a bachelor's thesis of at least 15 credits. Students are also qualified if they have equivalent foreign education or equivalent prior knowledge according to earlier study regulation. Furthermore, knowledge corresponding to English A/English 5 is required.

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.

• Modern Theology

  University of Gothenburg

  Start date: 5 November 2025

  End date: 18 January 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %