London,
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Type
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Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Religions and Philosophies in Camden United Kingdom | School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London
School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London
|
Camden United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
22,490
(c. USD30,050.46)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Department of Religions and Philosophies at SOAS fosters a dynamic, engaging, and cross-disciplinary research atmosphere. We deliver personalized research guidance across diverse religious traditions and comparative subjects. Our supervisors are leading specialists with deep expertise in their respective religions, cultures, languages, and regions. Beyond one-on-one mentorship, the Department provides structured research training: a mandatory writing workshop for first-year MPhil students preparing for PhD upgrade, weekly PhD seminars in years 2-3 for thesis feedback, and interdisciplinary departmental seminars where staff and students present ongoing research. Students can additionally participate in lectures, seminars, and conferences organized by SOAS's specialized research centers, including Jewish Studies, Japanese Religions, Buddhist Studies, Jaina Studies, and World Christianity. These centers host regular evening lectures, workshops, and international conferences featuring scholars from across the UK, Europe, and worldwide.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
We normally require a 2.1 bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) plus a Masters degree in appropriate subject area plus one reference. In exceptional cases we may accept applicants who do not meet these criteria if they show evidence of a strong Masters degree and/or appropriate level of relevant work experience.
The School's minimum entry requirement for applying for the PhD and VRS programmes is a good UK Master's degree (or overseas equivalent), which is generally in a relevant area to the programme you are applying to. In some cases prior knowledge of a language may be necessary or advisable.
Full academic transcripts of your College/University studies to date (with official translations from the institution or provided by a recognised translator if not in English)
An academic transcript is a record of your study undertaken detailing the courses or modules you studied each year, the mark you received for these and the credit value and level of each module.
Copies of official transcripts for all qualifications awarded at a degree level or higher must be uploaded to your online application. These transcripts must detail all marks received throughout the duration of your studies.
Copies of your degree certificates (diplomas) (with official translations from the institution or provided by a recognised translator if not in English).
IELTS Academic - 7.0 with 6.5 in each subscore (7.0 in Writing)
TOEFL IBT - 105 with 23 in each subscore (25 in Writing)
The School's minimum entry requirement for applying for the PhD and VRS programmes is a good UK Master's degree (or overseas equivalent), which is generally in a relevant area to the programme you are applying to. In some cases prior knowledge of a language may be necessary or advisable.
Full academic transcripts of your College/University studies to date (with official translations from the institution or provided by a recognised translator if not in English)
An academic transcript is a record of your study undertaken detailing the courses or modules you studied each year, the mark you received for these and the credit value and level of each module.
Copies of official transcripts for all qualifications awarded at a degree level or higher must be uploaded to your online application. These transcripts must detail all marks received throughout the duration of your studies.
Copies of your degree certificates (diplomas) (with official translations from the institution or provided by a recognised translator if not in English).
IELTS Academic - 7.0 with 6.5 in each subscore (7.0 in Writing)
TOEFL IBT - 105 with 23 in each subscore (25 in Writing)
Tuition
GBP
22,490