Overview
Our staff include theologians, historians, sociologists and philosophers so we can support your research with a range of different approaches and methodologies.
You will get expert supervision from our research-active and creative staff. If applicable to your research, you can get supervision across departments (for example, philosophy or history). You may also be able to strengthen your supervisory team from across our Midland4Cities partner universities.
In the Theology and Religious Studies programme of the University of Nottingham you will be joining a diverse community whose current research projects include:
- Constructive Theology
- Continental Philosophy
- Hebrew Bible and New Testaments
- Hermeneutics
- Historical Theology
- Islam and Politics
- Jewish Philosophy
- Philosophy of Religion
- Philosophical Theology
- Reformation Theology
- Religion and Environment
- Religion and Media
- Religion and Technology
- Sociology of Religion
- Theology and Literature
- Theology and Natural Science
Careers
Many of our PhD students are already settled in careers before starting the course - their research is for personal development, interest or to deepen their existing career.
The most common non-religious career paths for our postgraduate students include education/teaching, IT, and welfare and housing associations.
We have a successful record of our PhD students developing academic careers at many different institutions.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
- You will complete a written thesis of up to 100,000 words, with experienced support and advice from your academic supervisors.
- You will also take an oral examination called a viva voce where you explain your project in depth to an examination panel.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- Apply before , International
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Disciplines
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English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.
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Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Nottingham and/or in United Kingdom, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelors degree: 2:1 or above
- Masters-level degree (or international equivalent): Merit
- IELTS: 7.0 (no less than 6.0 in any element)
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Visit programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
21500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21500 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
5100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5100 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Nottingham
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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