Research overview Our PhD gives you the time and support to explore your theological interests while maintaining your existing commitments. We have particular strengths in: Theology and Philosophy; Religion, Culture, and Ethics; Science, Technology, and Nature; Biblical Studies; Jewish Studies; Islamic Studies. Our staff include theologians, sociologists, biblical scholars and philosophers so we can support your research with a range of different approaches and methodologies. Supervision is provided by research-active staff. With over 10 years experience in running distance learning degrees the department will provide the support you need.
You’ll be joining a diverse community whose current research projects include: Hebrew Bible and New Testament; Hermeneutics; Islam and Politics; Jewish Philosophy. Graduate destinations Many of our PhD students are already settled in careers before starting the course - their research is for personal development, interest or to deepen their existing career. The most common non-religious career paths for our postgraduate students include education/teaching, IT, and welfare and housing associations. We have a successful record of our PhD students developing academic careers at many different institutions.