Course summary
The MA in Biblical Interpretation offers a high-quality programme of study taught by experts within the field of Biblical Studies. The programme explores the literature and world of the Bible from both historical and contemporary perspectives. Reasons to study this course You will be able to choose from a wide range of interesting topics taught by experienced university lecturers who are specialists in the field of biblical studies. Students are provided with a vibrant research culture due to the ongoing, cutting edge research published by our staff. You will gain research skills that will be a sound basis for further study, as well as a range of important skills which can be easily transferred to the workplace. The programme is offered as part-time, distance learning, October or February entry. Since the course is a distance-learning course, you can study from the comfort of your own home using our VLE (virtual learning environment) and the course content and reading.
Modules
Part I (PG Cert, PG Dip & MA) • Christology and Atonement (30 credits; optional) • From Patriarchs to Prophets: Reading and Reception (30 credits; optional) • Political Theology (30 credits; optional) • Social Theory and the Ethics of Reading Biblical Texts (30 credits; optional) • The Bible: Text and Transmission (30 credits; optional) • The Doctrine of the Trinity (30 credits; optional) • The Gospel of John (30 credits; optional). Part II (MA) • MA Dissertation (Religion) (60 credits; compulsory).
Entry requirements
Applicants are expected to have a good first degree (a first or upper second), although every application is considered in its own merit, so places may be offered on the basis of professional qualification and relevant experiences.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £7800 | Whole course |
| England | £7800 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £7800 | Whole course |
| Wales | £7800 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £7800 | Whole course |
| International | £15000 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP