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University of Aberdeen: Christianity and the Visual Arts (Online)
| Institution | University of Aberdeen View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Divinity, History, Philosophy and Art History |
| Web | https://www.abdn.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@abdn.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01224 272090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Join us online to explore the relationship between art and faith in the Christian world. Study our 100% online Christian art degree flexibly with an ancient university founded in 1495. Explore the fascinating relationship between art and faith in the Christian world, from medieval to modern times. Study with an ancient university founded in 1495, and access our world-class university collections, including the Aberdeen Bestiary, wherever you are in the world.
Together we’ll explore: - the power of images in ritual, liturgy and popular culture
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the architecture of devotion
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visual culture’s impact on the history of Christianity, its debates and controversies.
You’ll examine a broad spectrum of objects, images, texts, and aesthetic discourses to deepen your knowledge of Christian art and its histories, beyond the western European context.
Flexible study options Study for the MLitt or exit early with a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma. Set your own study hours with this flexible online degree that’s designed to fit around work and life commitments. Our distance learning Masters in Christianity and the Visual Arts is delivered flexibly, 100% online. You can study with us anywhere in the world with no need for a study visa, and manage your study hours to suit you.
MLitt
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:2 (lower-second) honours degree. These are our minimum entry requirements. They are given as a guide and do not guarantee entry. |
Fees
| EU | 11050 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| International | 11050 GBP for Whole course |
| England | 11050 GBP for Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | 11050 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 11050 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 11050 GBP for Whole course |
| Channel Islands | 11050 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 11050 GBP for Whole course |
Overview
The University of Aberdeen is Scotland’s third oldest university and the fifth oldest in the UK. Founded by Bishop William Elphinstone in 1495, the beautiful campus attracts a diverse international community of over 14,000 students from over 130 countries.
The University of Aberdeen is ranked as a Top 15 UK university by the Guardian University Guide 2025 and Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025. It also ranks second across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for student satisfaction in The National Student Survey 2024.
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