Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Doctor in Philosophy - Religious Studies in Dublin 2 Ireland | Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin
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Dublin 2 Ireland
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
11,890
(c. USD13,804.29)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Scholars in Trinity's Religious Studies field investigate religion's role and importance in diverse global settings. Our academics employ various approaches - from textual and historical to philosophical and sociocultural - to examine how faith traditions influence societies throughout history and today. Some concentrate on scriptural, theological, and cultural dimensions, exploring concepts like divine existence, free will, and everyday religious practices. Others analyze religion's moral and sociopolitical consequences, with ethicists specifically examining how faith systems address contemporary issues such as environmental justice, gender identity, civil liberties, and collective welfare.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Postgraduate work in Trinity College Dublin is very academically challenging and as a result the University has high academic entry requirements. Applicants will need to hold at least a 2.1 honors degree from an Irish university or equivalent result from a university in another country; a fluent command of the English language. Display a high level of competence in the English language in one of the examination systems recognised by Trinity College Dublin.
English Language Requirements:
- IELTS: Grade 6.5 overall
- TOEFL: 88 internet-based, 570 paper-based, 230 computer-based
- University of Cambridge: Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2), Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 to be eligible (with no section score below 59)
Tuition
EUR
11,890