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History of Christianity PhD and MPhil Research Programme University of Edinburgh in United Kingdom
Degree Level
Master's, PhD
Field of study
History
Funding
Divinity scholarships are available on academic merit, typically for PhD programmes, and are usually for full fee costs plus a stipend. Most students otherwise combine loans, family support, savings, work income, employer sponsorship, or scholarships to fund tuition and living costs.
Deadline
Aug 30, 2027
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Edinburgh
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History of Christianity PhD / MPhil at the University of Edinburgh
This postgraduate research programme in the School of Divinity (College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences) invites applications for research in History of Christianity, with strengths in patristics and early Christian history, the Reformation in Britain and on the continent, Puritanism, British and European Christianity from the 18th century, and Christian missions, especially in Africa.
Study options include a full-time PhD (3 years), a part-time PhD (6 years), and a full-time MPhil (2 years). The PhD by distance is available. Students work closely with supervisors on an independent research project, with regular one-to-one supervision and access to taught courses, research seminars, and language learning opportunities where relevant.
Eligibility highlights: MPhil applicants normally need a UK 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject. PhD applicants normally need a UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent plus a relevant master’s degree with strong performance, and should already have the academic background and research readiness for independent doctoral work. English language evidence is required for all applicants unless exempt under the university rules.
Funding: Divinity scholarships are awarded on academic merit and are often for PhD study, typically covering full fees and providing a stipend. The page also notes that most students combine multiple funding sources for tuition and living costs.
Application process: Contact a potential supervisor before applying, then submit the online application with a research proposal, references, transcripts, degree certificates, English language evidence, and a sample of written academic work. There is no application fee.
Deadline: 30 August 2027 for the September 2027 start.
Supervision: Potential supervisors listed include Dr Simon Burton, Dr Sara Parvis, Dr Philippa Townsend, Dr Kirsteen Murray, Dr Felicity Loughlin, Professor Alison Jack, and Dr Linden Bicket.
Funding details
Divinity scholarships are available on academic merit, typically for PhD programmes, and are usually for full fee costs plus a stipend. Most students otherwise combine loans, family support, savings, work income, employer sponsorship, or scholarships to fund tuition and living costs.
What's required
MPhil applicants need a UK 2:1 honours degree with at least 65% or international equivalent in a relevant subject, plus academic training in the area of the proposed research. PhD applicants need a UK 2:1 honours degree or minimum US 3.25 GPA or equivalent in a relevant area, and a masters degree in a relevant field with a high level of attainment, normally including coursework and a research dissertation marked at 67% or above (or US 3.7 GPA equivalent). Applicants should have academic training in the proposed research area, demonstrate readiness for PhD study, provide evidence of English language competence, and have a research topic that fits available supervision. Two references, a formal research proposal, and a sample of written academic work (3,000-5,000 words) are required.
How to apply
Contact a potential supervisor to discuss your research project before submitting a formal application. Prepare your research proposal, references, degree certificates/transcripts, English language evidence, and writing sample. Apply online and select the relevant PhD or MPhil option and start date.
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