Ethics and Practical Theology PhD
The University of Edinburgh
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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The University of Edinburgh

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Start date

15-SEP-25

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3 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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The University of Edinburgh

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Full time

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15-SEP-25

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3 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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The University of Edinburgh

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Part time

Start date

15-SEP-25

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6 years

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The research interests of academic staff and graduate students in Ethics and Practical Theology encompass a range of theoretical and practical approaches to ethics, religion and theology, including: environmental ethics; peace-building and reconciliation; ethical theory; pastoral and practical theologyResearch supervisorYou can find out more and identify a potential supervisor by looking at the School of Divinity’s Staff Profiles, which give details of research interests and publications, and ...Read more

The research interests of academic staff and graduate students in Ethics and Practical Theology encompass a range of theoretical and practical approaches to ethics, religion and theology, including: environmental ethics; peace-building and reconciliation; ethical theory; pastoral and practical theology

Research supervisor

You can find out more and identify a potential supervisor by looking at the School of Divinity’s Staff Profiles, which give details of research interests and publications, and email addresses.

You are encouraged to contact a potential supervisor to discuss your research project before making a formal application. In the Ethics and Practical Theology research area, projects are often interdisciplinary. If this is the case, you may be jointly supervised with a subject specialist from another School in the University.

Research community

At the School of Divinity you will join a community of around 150 research students, drawn from around the world, and from a variety of religious and non-religious backgrounds.

Research reputation

You will study in a stimulating environment. The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014 ranked the School’s research environment at 100% world-leading/internationally excellent, second in the UK on this front in theology and religion. This outstanding result reflects the vibrancy of the School’s research culture.

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CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
15th

Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree with a mark of at least 65%, or its international equivalent, in a relevant subject. You should also have academic training in the area of your research project.

Tuition fees

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£4,786 per year

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£26,300 per year

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£26,300 per year

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Nearest train station: Edinburgh Waverley  0.4 miles away
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