This degree, specifically for students who wish to continue to MPhil or PhD research, establishes critical and research skills. Faith and faith communities figure large in contemporary public discourse, but the issues are complex and interdisciplinary. London, one of the most cosmopolitan cities on earth, offers a unique setting for reflection on these issues.

CORE MODULE

Research Skills in Theology

OPTIONAL MODULES Jewish-Christian Relations Muslim-Christian Relations Christian Relations with Buddhism and Hinduism Christianity in Dialogue Entry

An honours degree (normally 2.1 or above) or equivalent in theology or in another appropriate subject

Interim awards PGCert Christianity & Interreligious Relations PGDip Christianity & Interreligious Relations Course length 1 years full-time 2 years part-time [-]

This degree, specifically for students who wish to continue to MPhil or PhD research, establishes critical and research skills. Whereas the MA aims at breadth, the MRes trains graduate students to specialise in an area of proposed doctoral research. Biblical languages are required on the MRes.

CORE MODULES GROUP 1 Research Methods in Biblical Studies CORE MODULES GROUP 2

Choose between the two modules.

Critical Aspects of Biblical Interpretation (Old Testament) Critical Aspects of Biblical Interpretation (New Testament) CORE LANGUAGE MODULE

You must choose one language if you do not have the prerequisite language for your proposed doctoral study.

Biblical Hebrew New Testament Greek OPTIONAL MODULES The Bible in the life of the Church Second Temple Judaism Women in the Old Testament and Intertestamental Era Reading 1 Corinthians A Critical Investigation of the Gospel of Mark Critical Aspects of Biblical Interpretation (Old Testament) Critical Aspects of Biblical Interpretation (New Testament) Entry ... [-]

Perform an advanced study of biblical texts from both the Old and New Testament, with an emphasis on current methodologies.

The programme attracts teachers and people involved in church ministry, as well as anyone with a particular interest in the textual study of biblical literature. It provides a valuable ongoing education for ministers.

CORE MODULES Critical Aspects of Biblical Interpretation (Old Testament) Critical Aspects of Biblical Interpretation (New Testament) OPTIONAL MODULE GROUP ONE

Select between the two

Reading 1 Corinthians A Critical Investigation of the Gospel of Mark OPTIONAL MODULE GROUP TWO

Select between the three

The Bible in the life of the Church Second Temple Judaism Women in the Old Testament and Intertestamental Era OPTIONAL LANGUAGE MODULE ... [-]