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MPhil/PhD Theology and Religious Studies at University of Chester

University of Chester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Theology and Religious Studies (TRS) at Chester is a lively and exciting place to pursue your research. We are known for the excellence of our research. The results of the most recent Research Excellence Framework in 2021 (REF, the UK’s system for assessing the quality of research in Higher Education Institutions) recognised TRS Chester as one of the leading Theology and Religious Studies departments in the UK.

Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: October, February, May  |  Location: Chester, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least an upper second class (2:1) honours degree in a discipline appropriate to the intended research (substantial prior research experience may be accepted in place of a first degree); IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band; completed application with two referees, an up-to-date CV and certificates/transcripts.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). MPhil/PhD/MRes classroom-based, full-time; part-time £2,619 Source

International applicants: GBP 15,627 a year (2026/27). MPhil/PhD/MRes classroom-based, full-time; part-time £7,814 Source

Intake: October, February, May

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