Why study with us?

Find out why students make our School their first choice.

About the School 

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School of Divinity students Emmanuel Ojeifo and Kursty Munro in New College quad

Theology has been taught at Edinburgh since the foundation of the University in 1583. Housed in the historic New College building near Edinburgh Castle, the School of Divinity is situated right in the city centre. It overlooks Princes Street and the Scottish National Gallery, and connects to the Royal Mile.

We offer a welcoming and friendly setting to pursue the exciting and demanding study of theology and religious studies. Our community comprises 400 students (about 150 of them postgraduates) and over 40 full-time academic staff, making us one of the largest centres in the UK for the study of theology and religion. This means we can offer a great variety of degree programmes, course options and the chance to engage with cutting-edge research in a wide range of areas. We encourage an academic culture that is critical, constructive and friendly.

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Hear from our Graduates

Take a look at some of our videos to find out what more students think about studying with us.

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What our students think

Rae Fujimori graduated in MTh Biblical Studies

Hear from 2022 Winter Graduate Rae Fujimori (MTh Biblical Studies) as she discusses her time studying at New College.

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Alex Muir graduated with PhD

Hear from 2022 Winter Graduate Alex Muir (PhD – New Testament and Christian Origins) as he discusses his time studying at New College.

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Jessie Fubara-Manuel graduated with PhD

Hear from 2022 Winter Graduate Jessie Fubara-Manuel (PhD – World Christianity) as she discusses her time studying at New College.

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Diani Teixeria graduated in MTh Religion and Literature

Hear from 2022 Winter Graduate Diani Teixeria (MTh Religion and Literature) as she discusses her time studying at New College.

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Jo Thor graduated with PhD

Hear from 2022 Winter Graduate Jo Thor (PhD – History of Christianity) as she discusses her time studying at New College.

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