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Theology and Religion (Islam and Christian–Muslim Relations Specialism) – (Ph.D.)
University of Birmingham
School of Philosophy, Theology and Religion| Application Deadline: | None, but early application advised | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 4,265 - ≈ € 12,912 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Birmingham / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 36 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
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The Department of Theology and Religion has an outstanding international reputation in the study of all types of religion in the contemporary World, including inter-cultural theology, textual studies, pentecostal and charismatic studies, inter-religious relations, Islamic studies, and Quaker studies. Students from more than 20 countries study here, and most of the academic staff who work here are recognised leaders in their disciplines.
The Department came near the top in recent national Research Assessment Exercises and also in national teaching assessments. Whatever your interests in religion and theology, it is likely that we share them amidst a diverse and friendly staff-student community.
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Research interests of staff
* Contemporary Islamic thought; da`wa; spirituality.
* Contemporary Muslim society and politics; Muslim women.
* Islamic law and education.
* Muslims in Europe; contemporary Sufism.
* Arabic language and text study.
* Islamic philosophy; history of Christian–Muslim relations.
Duration: PhD – 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time; MPhil – 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testRequirements
Applicants for research degrees should normally have a first- or upper second-class Honours degree in Theology, Religious Studies or a related discipline
Applying to a Doctoral Research programme at Birmingham is a simple four-step process -
Step 1 - Ensure your qualifications meet our entry requirements|
Step 2 - Find a potential supervisor(s) and identify your research area|
Step 3 - Develop and submit an initial research proposal|
Step 4 - Submit your formal application
In order to undertake a programme of study here at the University, you will need to demonstrate that you have a good level of written and spoken English. You can demonstrate your level of English with IELTS, TOEFL or alternative qualifications. The sections below will tell you what grades you need in these qualifications for the subject area you want to study.
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Master's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
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