PhD in Divinity
University of St Andrews
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of St Andrews

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The Schools main research degree is the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), a three- or four-year degree focused on the completion of a PhD thesis of no more than 80,000 words.he School welcomes applications for the PhD from qualified candidates from around the world in a wide range of theological and biblical disciplines.Admission to the PhD is normally on the basis of a good Master’s degree in the applicant’s discipline (that is, an upper second-class degree or one with a minimum grade point average ...Read more

The School's main research degree is the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), a three- or four-year degree focused on the completion of a PhD thesis of no more than 80,000 words.

he School welcomes applications for the PhD from qualified candidates from around the world in a wide range of theological and biblical disciplines.

Admission to the PhD is normally on the basis of a good Master’s degree in the applicant’s discipline (that is, an upper second-class degree or one with a minimum grade point average of B+ or the equivalent).

As the thought of undertaking doctoral work can seem daunting and sometimes complex, the School staff invite you to contact them with preliminary queries. Your questions may be about the School, or you may be unsure about the practical arrangements involved in re-locating for a research degree. Whatever the case, secretaries, staff and current students are usually happy to help.

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Entry requirements

Admission to the PhD is normally on the basis of a good Master’s degree in the applicant’s discipline (that is, an upper second-class degree or one with a minimum grade point average of B+ or the equivalent).

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£4,786 per year

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£20,940 per year

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£20,940 per year

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University of St Andrews
College Gate St Andrews KY16 9AJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Leuchars  2.7 miles away

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