Overview

The Religions and Philosophies Department at SOAS University of London offers a vibrant, stimulating, and interdisciplinary research environment.

We provide individual research supervision in a wide variety of religious traditions and comparative and interdisciplinary topics. Supervisors are experts in their fields and thoroughly familiar with the religions, cultures, languages, and geographical areas they specialise in.

Outcomes

In addition to an understanding of global faiths, histories and cultures, graduates from the Department of Religions and Philosophies develop the skills to analyse and communicate ideas in a clear, rational and comprehensive manner. These key proficiencies are valuable in many careers and are transferable to a wide range of sectors and roles.

Programme Structure

How you will learn:

You will also have the opportunity to attend seminars, lectures, and conferences offered by the various specialist SOAS Research Centres: Centre for Jewish Studies, Centre for the Study of Japanese Religions, Centre of Buddhist Studies, Centre of Jaina Studies and Centre of World Christianity.
Our centres run regular evening lecture series, workshops, and conferences which host visiting speakers from other universities in Britain, Europe, and globally.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

105

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Philosophy Theology and Religious Studies View 50 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

2

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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Other requirements

General requirements

We normally require a 2.1 bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) plus a Masters degree in appropriate subject area plus one reference.
In exceptional cases we may accept applicants who do not meet these criteria if they show evidence of a strong Masters degree and/or appropriate level of relevant work experience.

Tuition Fee

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International

21630 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21630 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

4860 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4860 GBP per year during 48 months.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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