24 monthsProgramme duration
16,700 GBPTuition Fee/year
02 Jul, 2026Application Deadline
Jan, Apr, SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Online
Studying an MPhil or PhD with Cambridge Theological Federation involves:
- a personal pathway of research guided by your own research proposal and supported by a team of supervisors
- joining a lively research community
- regular research seminars, offering opportunities to engage with current scholarship and to present and share research across theological and other disciplines.
You'll study with Cambridge Theological Federation.
Please note that to apply, you must be a member of one of the Federation’s member institutions.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
Online
Studying an MPhil or PhD with Cambridge Theological Federation involves:
- a personal pathway of research guided by your own research proposal and supported by a team of supervisors
- joining a lively research community
- regular research seminars, offering opportunities to engage with current scholarship and to present and share research across theological and other disciplines.
You'll study with Cambridge Theological Federation.
Please note that to apply, you must be a member of one of the Federation’s member institutions.
Admission Requirements
PhD: You’ll need a Master degree or equivalent in a related subject area.
Please note we consider candidates for PhD with progression from MPhil in the first instance. If you want to be considered for direct entry to the PhD route then this can be discussed at interview if you are shortlisted. Please note you’ll also need to provide academic justification for this request.
If English is not your first language, you'll require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent test). If you don't meet our English language requirements, we offer a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry.
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