Postgraduate Study
The dynamic intersection of rigorous academic theology and the lived realities of Church and mission
ApplyAt Ridley Hall, our PhD supervisors operate at the dynamic intersection of rigorous academic theology and the lived realities of Church and mission.
Our supervisors are shaping academic theological discourse whilst remaining deeply rooted in Christian ministry and cultural engagement.
Our PhD programme is delivered in partnership with trusted awarding bodies, including the University of Cambridge, Durham University, and Anglia Ruskin University.
We can work with you to find the right awarding body, one that suits both your aspirations and your academic history.
Depending on the requirements of the validating university, and taking your preference into account, our PhD programmes may be undertaken full-time or part-time, in residence or at a distance.
Research interests
The books of Judges, Ruth and Job; Narrative in the Hebrew Scriptures; Trauma, in particular collective trauma; How Scripture works in the life of the church; Otherness, identity and violence, mental health, justice.
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Prophetic literature (especially Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel); the Psalms; divine presence and absence in the Old Testament; inner-biblical interpretation; ancient modes of biblical exegesis; figural exegesis; Biblical Theology; scribal culture
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Before Applying, You Should Know
Thank you for your interest in PhD study at Ridley Hall. This is a rigorous academic programme shaped by Ridley’s commitment to theological depth, spiritual formation, and the mission of the Church.
Applicants are normally expected to hold a relevant Master’s degree (merit or above) and must submit a 1,500-word research proposal with this form. Your proposal should outline a clear research question, relevant literature, methodology, and the potential contribution of your work.
PhD supervision is offered in partnership with the University of Cambridge, Durham University, or Anglia Ruskin University—subject to eligibility and supervisor availability.
We encourage early contact with a Ridley-based supervisor aligned with your research area. Both full-time and part-time pathways are available.
Please note that your data may be shared with our academic partners, in accordance with data protection policies. Consent is required if you include information about your religious affiliation.
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