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Theology and Religious Studies is no longer accepting new applications.
The Certificate is for candidates who wish to undertake research in theology and religious studies but do not have the research experience to be admitted directly to the PhD programme. The Certificate can under some circumstances be counted towards the requirements for the PhD degree if the student is allowed to continue to the PhD.
Candidates submit a dissertation of not more than 10,000 words on a subject approved by the degree committee. There is an oral examination on the dissertation and the general field of knowledge in which the dissertation falls.
Learning Outcomes
Students submit a dissertation of not more than 10,000 words on a subject approved by the Degree Committee. There is an oral examination on the dissertation and the general field of knowledge in which the dissertation falls.
Continuing
Must achieve at least 67 per cent for the dissertation.
Open Days
The Postgraduate Virtual Open Day usually takes place at the beginning of November. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions to admissions staff and academics, explore the Colleges virtually, and to find out more about courses, the application process and funding opportunities. Visit the Postgraduate Open Day page for more details.