MPhil in Theology, Religion and Philosophy of Religion

University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom

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9 monthsProgramme duration

45,829 GBPTuition Fee/year

16 May, 2024Application Deadline

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

MPhil

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The course aims:

to provide advanced teaching and training in research to postgraduate students in the theologies, scriptures, histories and philosophies, doctrines and practices of Christianity; and, as far as resources permit, of Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism, principally within their own traditions but also by means of comparative approaches;
to provide high calibre students with an excellent education in these traditions which is informed by current developments in scholarship and research;
to provide a stimulating environment in which students can reach their intellectual potential;
to provide an integrated structure of learning and teaching;
to help students develop a wide range of intellectual abilities and skills which will enable them to make a significant contribution in their chosen careers and walks of life, particularly training in academic research.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Degree

MPhil

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The course aims:

to provide advanced teaching and training in research to postgraduate students in the theologies, scriptures, histories and philosophies, doctrines and practices of Christianity; and, as far as resources permit, of Judaism, Islam, Hinduism and Buddhism, principally within their own traditions but also by means of comparative approaches;
to provide high calibre students with an excellent education in these traditions which is informed by current developments in scholarship and research;
to provide a stimulating environment in which students can reach their intellectual potential;
to provide an integrated structure of learning and teaching;
to help students develop a wide range of intellectual abilities and skills which will enable them to make a significant contribution in their chosen careers and walks of life, particularly training in academic research.

Admission Requirements

IELTS

7.5+

TOEFL

110+

Bachelor GPA

3.7+

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK High II.i Honours Degree.
If your degree is not from the UK, please check International Qualifications to find the equivalent in your country.
First or II.i honours degree with marks of at least 67 per cent or a GPA of at least 3.7 in the US system (in relevant subjects).
New Testament and Early Christianity applicants are required to have at least two years' study (intermediate level) of New Testament Greek.
Old Testament applicants must have knowledge of the relevant biblical languages notably Biblical Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek.
Philosophy of Religion applicants must have a strong philosophical background and relevant theological knowledge.
Religions in Antiquity applicants must have knowledge of Greek or Latin.
World Christianities applicants need a first degree in Theology, Religious Studies, History, Anthropology or another discipline involving contemporary cross-cultural study.

Application Deadline

16 May 2024

Program Duration

9 Months

Starting Month(s)

Oct

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Domestic

Starts from

27,523 GBP

International

Starts from

45,829 GBP

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MPhil in Theology, Religion and Philosophy of Religion

University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom

# 4QS Subject Rankings

9 monthsProgramme duration

45,829 GBPTuition Fee/year

16 May, 2024Application Deadline

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