Master of Philosophy in Theology, Religion and Philosophy of Religion at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

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, 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.

What you will study

The dissertation develops the skill of articulating an argument at length and working independently under the direction of a supervisor. Thesis / Dissertation A dissertation of not more than 15,000 words in length.

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Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. First or II.i honours degree with marks of at least 67% 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/Hebrew Bible 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 Late Antiquity applicants must have knowledge of Greek or Latin. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.5 overall with at least 7.0 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 17,588 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 41,332 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 9 months full-time; 1 year and 9 months part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/dvdvmpmtr/apply

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