Master of Arts in Religion and Culture in Contemporary Societies
Explore the intersection of religion and contemporary societies through social science methodologies in an interdisciplinary program.
Best for:Best for students with a background in social sciences, humanities, or related fields who are interested in interdisciplinary research on contemporary religion and culture.
Overview
This Master’s program at Universität Zürich focuses on the study of contemporary religion using social science methods. Students examine religious phenomena beyond Europe and North America, developing critical research skills through modules like block seminars and a dedicated research module. The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, societal theories, and practical research implementation via a Master’s thesis. The program is taught in English, making it accessible to international students.
What you'll do
- Develop a deep understanding of contemporary religious practices and their societal impacts using social science methodologies.
- Participate in block seminars to rapidly acquire essential research and analytical skills.
- Conduct independent research as part of the ‘social sciences research’ module, culminating in a Master’s thesis.
- Engage with interdisciplinary theories and approaches to analyze religion beyond European and North American contexts.
- Collaborate with peers and faculty to explore global religious phenomena and their cultural significance.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Religious Studies, Sociology, Anthropology, or related humanities/social sciences disciplines.
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: English proficiency; German proficiency is not required for the program but may be beneficial for local engagement.
Instruction: English
- Familiarity with social science research methodologies
- Ability to conduct independent academic research
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Basic proficiency in academic writing and research presentation
- No specific nationality restrictions; open to international applicants
- No age restrictions
- No prior experience caps beyond a Bachelor’s degree
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their application through the official Universität Zürich portal. Required documents typically include a Bachelor’s degree certificate, transcripts, a curriculum vitae, a statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation. The application process is handled online via the university’s admissions system.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Transcripts of academic records
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of purpose or research proposal
- Letters of recommendation (usually 2-3)
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