Overview
The Third-cycle Programme in Religious Studies is characterised by the contextual study of religious ideas and practices.
Features
- The Religious Studies programme at Umea University has two specialisations: (a) historical-systematic theology; and (b) socio-religious studies.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Theology
- Philosophy in Religious Studies
- Religious Studies
- Religion
- History
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Theology and Religious Studies View 6 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A person meets the specific entry requirements for third-cycle courses and programmes in religious studies if they have satisfied the requirements for courses comprising 30 credits on second-cycle level, including a degree project of at least 15 credits in religious studies/theology with a specialisation equivalent to the intended subject of their thesis.
- Students who have acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad may be admitted after an assessment.
Tuition Fee
Doctoral students don’t pay tuition fees.
Living costs for Umeå
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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