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Integrated PhD in Divinity at University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Our on-campus integrated PhD is a four-year programme which combines one year of taught coursework (equivalent to a Masters in Theology) with three years of independent doctoral research.

Department: School of Divinity, History, Philosophy and Art History  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

Career pathways

The principal aim of the integrated PhD is to prepare you for an academic role. However, students who undertake the Divinity programme also enter a range of careers in the charitable, private and public sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

How to apply? The application process for the Integrated PhD is the same as for a standard PhD. Therefore, the student must apply with a coherent and feasible research proposal. You should apply for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Divinity and indicate clearly on your Personal Statement and Research Proposal that you wish to be considered for the Integrated PhD pathway. Admission decisions will bear in mind that the applicants will have additional preparation, research, and revision of the research proposal during the first year of the programme. It is advisable to contact a potential research supervisor before applying to discuss your research ideas and your application to the programme. See Divinity People for a list of current academic staff. Progression from stage one to stage two during the programme To progress from stage one to stage two of the programme, you must meet the following criteria: Attain an average of 16/22 (B) on your coursework Attain 17 (B+) on their dissertation Pass a Research Proposal Revision Exercise Have two letters of recommendation If a student does not meet this higher threshold for progression to stage two of the integrated PhD but does pass the coursework and dissertation at a standard masters level, then the student will be able to exit at the end of the first year with a Masters in Theology.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time Home/RUK research rate (set by UKRI); part-time is 50% of the full-time rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,700 a year (2026/27). Full-time international rate for research degrees admitted 2026/27; part-time is 50% of the full-time rate. Source

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