Overview

The core curriculum of the Study of Religions course from University of Zurich is divided into three pillars that complement one another in terms of methodology and subject matter.These pillars involve the study of religions from a historical-comparative, social science, and systematic-theoretical perspective. Here, basic courses impart knowledge of various religious traditions, while language courses allow for an in-depth study of individual sources and traditions. Methodology courses teach students various techniques for collecting and analyzing data. Lectures and seminars address the transformation of the meaning and function of religion throughout history and in the present day.

Key facts

The major program can be combined with a minor program of study offered the Faculty of Theology and the Study of Religion or another faculty.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

History of Religions/Comparative Religion

Religion in Contemporary Culture and Societies

Theory in the Study of Religion/s

Language and reading courses

Method in the Study of Religions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-30 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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100

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Zürich, Switzerland

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Apart from a non-Swiss upper secondary school-leaving certificate, admission to all faculties may also be granted to holders of one of the following higher education degrees:

Diploma (at least Bachelor's degree) from a state-accredited non-Swiss university that is recognized by the University of Zurich as equivalent to the corresponding Swiss diploma.

Diploma (Bachelor's degree) from a non-Swiss university of applied sciences or university of teacher education in a signatory state to the Lisbon Recognition Convention that is recognized by the University of Zurich as equivalent to the corresponding Swiss diploma.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

1440 CHF / year

≈ 1440 CHF / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1440 CHF / year

≈ 1440 CHF / year

Additional Details

Surcharge for foreign students at Bachelor level 500 CHF

Living costs

Zürich

Switzerland

1920 - 2572 CHF / month

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