Doctor of Philosophy in Theology and Religious Studies

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Doctor of Philosophy in Theology and Religious Studies (PhD, University of Cambridge)

Suitable for

The PhD is suitable for students on the following programme:

Length Three or four years full-time
Assessment by Thesis
Awarded by The University of Cambridge
Qualification PhD
Taught by

A supervisor from or appointed by the Faculty of Divinity at the University of Cambridge

Entry requirements

At least a high 2:1 in a previous theology degree. Ordinands wishing to undertake the PhD need to have the approval of their DDO (Diocesan Director of Ordinands) and Ministry Division. PhD students should have studied theology for at least two years, normally having taken a degree in the subject, attained at least a high 2:1, and successfully completed a year’s study at Masters level.

Students for whom English is a second language need an IELTS score of 7.0.

Further details Visit the PhD page on the Faculty of Divinity website for more information.