Overview
It is a distinct area of study from Divinity, and considers practices as much as beliefs, Western and Eastern religions as well as ancient and modern ones.
Features
- Students at the University of Aberdeen who decide to study a topic related to religion, myth, or ritual are supervised by experts in the field of Religious Studies.
- Whether you are interested in theories of religion, Gnosticism, ancient Greek religions, or the social scientific study of religion, Aberdeen offers the opportunity to make use of our exceptional resources as you work on your thesis.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Theories of Religion, Theories of Myth, and Theories of Ritual
- Gnosticism - Ancient and Modern
- Ancient Greek Religion and the Near East
- Religious Studies
- History
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Before you apply, you need to choose a research area and contact the supervisor to discuss the research proposal.
Language
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Disciplines
Theology and Religious Studies View 50 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Copies of your undergraduate and graduate degree certificates
- Academic transcripts for your undergraduate and graduate degrees.
- Two academic references; either the details of your referees provided on your application form or uploaded online with your application.
- Your research proposal
- If English is not your first language and you have not studied previously at an institution in the UK, you will need to demonstrate your proficiency in English by taking an IELTS, TOEFL or PTE academic test.
Tuition Fee
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International
21700 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21700 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Aberdeen
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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