Theology and Religion PhD

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

University of Birmingham

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

JAN

Duration

3 Years

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Course info

Course overview In this course you immerse yourself in your own Theology and Religion research supported by experts from one of the largest and most diverse Theology departments in the UK. Join a vibrant research community interested in a range of religions and belief systems from across the world. Our expertise includes specialisms in Biblical studies, Christian theology, Islamic studies, Jewish and Holocaust studies, Pentecostal and Charismatic studies, Quaker Studies, Jainism, Religion and ...Read more

Key stats

DATA SOURCE: IDP Connect

CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

7th

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026

14th

What students say

It's overall a really great university and the school of PTR (philosophy, theology, religion) is really welcoming and the people lecturing are really great. The campus is..Read more

The department is really academically supportive, with great lecturers and staff - they make a real effort to get to know and support the students in the department. There is room..Read more

Entry requirements

Youll need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area. Your academic and professional qualifications or relevant professional experience will normally be taken into account, and in some cases, may form an integral part of the entrance requirements. If youre applying for a distance learning research programme, youll also need to demonstrate that you have the time, commitment, facilities, and experience required to study by distance learning. Youll usually need to submit a research proposal, with a typical word count of 1,000–1,500 words for Arts programmes and around 2,500 words for Law programmes.

Tuition fees

Students living in

£5,006 per year

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The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.

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Latest reviews

Latest Religious Studies reviews

Ester

01 Mar 24

Philosophy, Religion and Ethics - BA (Hons)

It's overall a really great university and the school of PTR (philosophy, theology, religion) is really welcoming and the people lecturing are really great. The campus is...

Ella

04 Feb 24

Philosophy, Religion and Ethics - BA (Hons)

The department is really academically supportive, with great lecturers and staff - they make a real effort to get to know and support the students in the department. There is room...

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