Religious Studies and Theology
Research in Religious Studies and Theology at the University of Gothenburg encompasses studies of the function, variability and interpretation of religions in history and present.
About the subject
Religious Studies and Theology explore the significance of religion for individuals, societies and cultures, both historically and in the present. At the University of Gothenburg, research focuses on religious traditions, texts and ideas, as well as on how religion is practised, transformed and interacts with wider society.
Research areas include biblical studies, the history of Christianity, the history of religions, sociology of religion and psychology of religion, as well as ethics, philosophy of religion and systematic theology.
The field combines perspectives and methods from the humanities and social sciences. This breadth makes it possible to study religion from multiple perspectives and to explore both historical questions and the role of religion in contemporary society.