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Religious Studies (distance learning) PhD

Religious Studies (distance learning) PhD

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Distance without attendance | University of Nottingham | 6 years | 01-APR-24

Study mode

Distance without attendance

Duration

6 years

Start date

01-APR-24

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Religious Studies

Course type

Research

Course Summary

Research overview

Our PhD gives you the time and support to explore your religious studies interests while maintaining your existing commitments.

We have particular strengths in:

  • Theology, Philosophy, and History of Ideas
  • Science, Technology and Nature
  • Religion, Culture and the Arts
  • Islamic Studies
  • Jewish Studies
  • Biblical Studies

Staff and supervision

Our staff include theologians, historians, sociologists and philosophers so we can support your research with a range of different approaches and methodologies.

Supervision is provided by research-active staff. With many years experience in running distance learning degrees the department is confident it can provide quality learning with flexibility.

Current research

You will be joining a diverse community whose current research projects include:

  • Hebrew Bible and New Testament
  • Hermeneutics
  • Islam and Politics
  • Jewish Philosophy
  • Philosophy of Religion
  • Philosophical Theology
  • Religion and Media
  • Religion and Technology
  • Theology and Continental Philosophy
  • Theology and Literature
  • Theology and Natural Science

Careers

Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.
  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    UK fees
    Course fees for UK students

    Full time fee: £5,100. If you are studying part-time, you will be charged a proportion of this fee each year (subject to inflation).

    International fees
    Course fees for EU and international students

    Full time fee: £21,500 per year. If you are studying part-time, you will be charged a proportion of this fee each year (subject to inflation).

    Entry requirements

    We usually expect applicants to have: Bachelors degree: 2:1 or above; Masters-level degree (or international equivalent): Merit

    University information

    The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education. It ranks in the top 20 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). It is also a research-intensive university and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, making it a superb place to study for a postgraduate qualification. In addition to being one of the world’s top 100...more

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