Science and Religion
The University of EdinburghScience and Religion MSc is a postgraduate degree at The University of Edinburgh, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 1 year.
About this course
This dedicated masters programme in science and religion is intended for students who wish to engage in the advanced interdisciplinary study of science and religion, including those who wish to prepare for PhD work.
This is one of the world’s very few science and religion programmes.
Much of the science and religion debate in the public sphere has taken place within a poorly informed view of the history and philosophy of science and its relationship with religion. This programme aims to inform and engage with the debate in depth, looking at it from scientific, philosophical, historical, ethical and theological perspectives.
The history of science is studied from ancient times through the modern scientific revolution, together with philosophical trends in our understanding of reality.
The main areas of dialogue between science and religion are explored in depth, including:
- cosmology
- evolution
- divine action and miracles
- consciousness
- the human person
- Islam and Science
- philosophy of science-engaged theology
- comparative science and religion
- science and natural theology
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: MSc
Location: Edinburgh
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: MSc
Location: Edinburgh
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- MSc
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Edinburgh
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Religion and theology
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ