Program Overview
The Religious Studies at University of Gävle is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Religious Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Sweden and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Gävle, Sweden
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Religious Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Contemporary religious studies
- Perspectives on religion in cultural ctudies
- Perspective on behavioural science of religion
- Historical and anthropological perspectives on religion
- 2\tLeadership - individual, society, culture and religion
- Existential Dimensions of Health
- Religion, power and voilence
- Postsecularity, religion and cultural change
- Supportive environments: outer and inner spaces
- Leadership, Public Environment and Religion
- The religion, society and language of the Viking Age
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Jan, 2027
About University of Gävle
University of Gävle
Gävle, Sweden
Högskolan i Gävle är en modern högskola med stark miljöprofil. Här kan du bland annat utbilda dig till lärare, sjuksköterska, socionom, ekonom, ingenjör, fastighetsmäklare, lantmätare och personalvetare.
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
