Study location	United Kingdom, Winchester
Type	Master courses, full-time
Nominal duration	1 year
Study language	English
Awards	MTh

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) a first or second-class Honours degree in a related subject or professional experience in the area of study The entry qualification documents are accepted in any language

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.5 overall with 6.5 in Writing

Other requirements	At least 2 reference(s) must be provided.

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. winchester.ac.uk/..h-orthodox-studies.aspx

Overview

The programme offers a wide-ranging study of Orthodox Christian tradition and practice including theology, history, ecclesiology, tradition, liturgy and art. It draws on a variety of academic disciplines and discourses to enable students to reflect critically on the entirety of the Orthodox faith, tradition and practice. Students with a background in Orthodox studies have the opportunity to develop their knowledge and understanding at a higher academic level. Those of different backgrounds are enabled to approach Orthodox thought and tradition critically and connect, compare and contrast it with their own theological background.

Study enables students to research the Orthodox, early Christian and patristic tradition, and connect it to broader areas of human life and understanding in contemporary multicultural societies. Students explore and critically reflect upon Orthodox experience, developing an informed awareness of the dynamic nature of the Orthodox Christian tradition and the theological task of
subjecting this tradition to a process of testing and renewal.

Programme structure

Core modules:

Introduction to Orthodox Theology
Research Methods

Optional modules:

Orthodox Ascetic Mysticism
Dionysios the Areopagite
The Experience of Orthodox Monasticism
Modern Orthodox Theology
Icons: Theology in Colour
Orthodox Canon Law
Pilgrimage
Supervised Research Project

Career opportunities

MTh Orthodox Studies offers excellent training for those in a range of occupations including church leadership, pastoral work and religious education, who wish to enhance their skills and qualifications. It equips students to undertake doctoral research in preparation for a career in university or seminary teaching.