Theology and Religious Studies: Religious Studies (research MA)
University of Amsterdam • Amsterdam • Humanities, social sciences, communication and arts
Admissions & requirements
- 1. Additional Knowledge
The Research Master's programme in Religious Studies is open for application to students with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in the humanities, law or social sciences with a minimum of 30 ECTS (equivalent to a full-time semester of academic studies) taken in the field of Religious Studies. You are expected to have an awareness of basic theoretical notions in the field of Religious Studies.
Please see: uva.nl/rma-religious-studies > Application and admission
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Language requirements
Standard requirement for HBO/WO programs: IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80. Note: Specific scores for this program are being verified.
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University of Amsterdam
AmsterdamResearch University
The University of Amsterdam (UvA), founded in 1632, is one of Europe's largest research universities with over 35,000 students. Located in the vibrant heart of Amsterdam, it's renowned for social sciences, humanities, and business programs. Ranked #53 worldwide and known for its progressive academic culture.
Accreditations
Scholarships
- Amsterdam Merit Scholarships