International master programme: religion in the public sphere

Our international Master's degree programme Religion in the Public Sphere spans two years (4 semesters) and deals with the negotiation of religion in the public sphere. Students have the option to go on a double degree track through which they can earn a second degree either from Roma Tre University (Rome, Italy) or Södertörn University (Stockholm, Sweden).

PROFILE

Course Type	Postgraduate studies (Master)
Standard Course Duration	4 semesters
Course Start	Winter semester
Primary Language of Instruction	English
Specific Requirements	Bachelor's degree (or comparable degree) in the study of religion, in social sciences or in any other cultural or social studies programme with proof of in-depth knowledge relevant to the study of religion. Proof of proficiency in English (B2 CEFR).
Admission	Restricted admission
International	Stay abroad optional; obligatory for students on the double degree track

Requirements
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a degree programme relevant for the Master's degree programme (e.g. Study of Religion or Sociology).
Extensive language skills and evidence in English (for detailed information see 'Application')
Contents and Goals

In contrast to traditional religious studies programmes, which tend to focus on religious practice in religious communities, this programme looks at the current negotiation of religion in different areas of the public sphere in a European perspective. This concerns the discourse on "religion" in general (e.g. exemptions for "religion" in social spheres) as well as discourses on individual religions (e.g. Christianity as "cultural heritage", Islam as a "challenge", Buddhism as a "modern philosophy of life").

Our programme prepares students for work in professional environments that deal with these dynamics in multicultural, democratically constituted societies. They are trained to analyse different conflict constellations, to deal with them in a confident and constructive manner and to develop sustainable, solution-oriented strategies.
Participating Institutions
Institut für Soziologie
Södertörn University
Roma Tre University