PhD Religious Studies at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Home of The Richardson Institute is the oldest peace and conflict research centre in the UK Religious studies at Lancaster is researched and taught within the School of Global Affairs where we enjoy an international reputation. We welcome you into our vibrant research environment where many colleagues are engaged in a variety of research projects. The Religions team at Lancaster offer a global approach to the study of religions.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences | Department: School of Global Affairs | Duration: Full time 3 - 4 years, Part time 4 - 7 years | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic requirements: Bachelor's degree:2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant social science subject Master's degree: a good Master's degree in a social science background. We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information. If you have studied outside of the UK, we would advise you to check our list of international qualifications before submitting your application. Additional requirements: As part of your application you will also need to provide a viable research proposal. Guidance can be found on our writing a research proposal webpage. English language requirements: We require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 5.5 in each element of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Home fee for 2026/27 (UK Research Councils standard fee level, full-time); the following year's fee is not yet set Source

Duration: Full time 3 - 4 years, Part time 4 - 7 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying-for-postgraduate-study/

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