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MA Contemporary Faith and Belief in the Global Context

Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course examines the complexities of faith and belief in the contemporary world, focusing on the global context. You will explore the diverse ways in which people express their religious and spiritual identities, and investigate the challenges and opportunities facing faith communities today. Through a combination of theoretical and practical components, you will develop a nuanced understanding of the role of religion in shaping individual and collective identity, ethics, and social structures.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for those interested in exploring the multifaceted nature of faith and belief in the contemporary world. It is particularly relevant for those working in or intending to work in fields related to religion, spirituality, globalization, and cultural studies.

Discover the Intersection of Faith and Culture at Anglia Ruskin University

Anglia Ruskin University offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical application, providing you with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in your chosen career. Our experienced faculty have expertise in a range of religious traditions and cultural contexts, ensuring that you receive a well-rounded education. Additionally, our location in Cambridge provides access to a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant intellectual environment.

Why You Should Study This Course

Join a timely debate about the role of faith and belief, and acquire skills to interpret the world from a theological perspective. This Masters's degree is taught by Cambridge Theological Federation and accredited by ARU. Throughout this course, you'll be supported to: gain an in-depth understanding of ethics and its applicability in a context of cultural and religious pluralism learn the conceptual tools for insight into the processes of moral reasoning, development, and decision making in private and public life encounter a diversity of approaches, engaging critically with divergent views of the role of ethics in public life relate the discourse of ethics to a wide range of contemporary personal, professional and public issues

General Eligibility

The normal entry requirement for postgraduate courses at Cambridge Theological Federation (CTF) is a first- or good second-class honors degree in a relevant subject. Examples would include Ethics, Philosophy, Theology, or other related subjects.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules

  • Secularisation in the Christian World

  • Major Project

Optional modules

  • Theology and Science

  • Christianity and Ecology

  • Development of World Christianity

  • Ecumenism in Theory and Practice

  • Interfaith Relations from Theory to Encounter

  • The Mystery of Love

  • Religion and Society from the Medieval to the Modern

  • Theology and Philosophy

  • The Theology and Practice of Mission

  • Moral Development, Reasoning and Decision Making

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

If English is not your first language, our standard entry criteria for postgraduate courses is IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, with nothing lower than 5.5 in any of the four elements (listening, speaking, reading and writing).

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