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UndergraduateMaster of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: V605
Theology and Religion
University of AberdeenAberdeen, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£20,800Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
95%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in history, philosophy, and theology with the MA (Hons) Theology and Religion at University of Aberdeen. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Theology and Religion includes both the study of Christian faith, life and doctrine in its historical, cross-cultural and contemporary contexts, and the comparative study of the major and local religious traditions of the world, which focuses on the origin, function, and meaning of religion. The MA in Theology and Religion at Aberdeen gives students a cutting-edge understanding of Christianity and the other major religious traditions of the world, including their historical development and contemporary importance. The degree also gives students the opportunity to explore a wide diversity of... International tuition fees are £20,800 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years, and a 85% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Biblical Studies and Interpretation
Christian Theology and Doctrine
History of Christianity
World Religions and Traditions
Religion and Society
Philosophy of Religion
Islamic and Eastern Religious Traditions
Dissertation in Theology and Religion
UCAS Code:V605
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC For First Year Entry a minimum of 3 A Levels at BBC. For Second Year Entry a minimum of an A in the subject selected for Single Honours plus BB, or AB in the subjects selected for Joint Honours plus a further B. GCSE in English or English Language is also required. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points For entry into First Year, a minimum of 32 points required, including at least 5,5,5 at HL. For entry into Second Year, a minimum of 36 points, including at 6, 6, 6 at Higher level in subject(s) selected. English at a minimum of Standard level required. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£20,800
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£83,200
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Aberdeen
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £25,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £22,500 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £28,000 | £36,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 13% below UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£28,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH20). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
45%Working
20%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
91%
Overall
Teaching on my course
95%Learning opportunities
91%Assessment and feedback
88%Academic support
88%Organisation and management
95%Learning resources
95%Student voice
87%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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