Religion in the Public Sphere (Double Degree)
Explore religion, power dynamics, and secularity in contemporary multicultural societies through a specialized Master's programme.
Best for:Best for students with a background in social sciences or the study of religion seeking an international double-degree master's programme.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Religion in the Public Sphere at Leibniz University Hannover offers an interdisciplinary approach to studying the negotiations, practices, and power relations concerning religion in modern society. Offered by the Institute for the Study of Religion in cooperation with the Institute of Sociology, the programme examines topics across education, politics, law, and culture with a primary focus on Europe and international comparisons. Students gain theoretical and empirical research tools to analyze conflict constellations in democratic societies. An optional double degree track allows participants to spend their third semester at Università Roma Tre in Italy.
What you'll do
- Engage with core thematic modules covering education and research, politics and law, and society and culture
- Apply theories and methodologies required to empirically investigate religion in public life
- Participate in research debates and introductory theoretical frameworks during the first semesters
- Conduct a supervised research project or complete an internship during the third semester if studying on the home track
- Complete a semester abroad at Università Roma Tre when pursuing the double degree option
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in the study of religion, a social science programme, or an equivalent qualification in cultural or social studies with proof of in-depth knowledge relevant to the study of religion
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English; B2 level required, verified via placement test or interview
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge in social sciences or the study of religion
- Ability to analyze complex societal and cultural dynamics
- Capacity for empirical research design and methodology
- Hold an eligible Bachelor's degree or equivalent
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How to apply
Applicants must submit their applications through the official Leibniz University Hannover student application portal within the specified application periods for EU and non-EU applicants. Proof of English language proficiency and relevant Bachelor's degree certificates must be provided.
- BSc degree certificate and transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency
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