The Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies offers study programmes about the relationship between faith, culture and society at three levels of qualification: BA, MA/mag.theol. and PhD. Programmes at the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies are designed to provide students with a theoretical foundation in theology and religious studies through diverse teaching methods, as well as strengthening their knowledge of different religions and religious views. All Faculty operations take place in the Main Building, meaning that students have excellent access to teaching staff. The Faculty strives to ensure that teaching and learning meet international standards and that our graduates are able to pursue postgraduate studies at leading international universities.
The study programmes at the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies are suitable for:
a) people aspiring to careers as pastors or deacons in the Church of Iceland or other churches.
b) people with a professional interest in theology or religious studies, e.g. people who want to work in teaching, the media or other areas.
c) people with an academic interest in theology and religious studies.