PhD in Divinity - Religious Ethics in Chicago United States | University of Chicago

This Area focuses on exploring concepts of the good life, justice, and societal welfare. Engaging with the historical development, methodologies, and theoretical frameworks of both religious and secular ethics forms the foundation of this field. Students are strongly advised to complement their Divinity School studies with relevant courses across the University. For instance, analyzing particular ethical dilemmas and comparing religious ethical systems necessitates proficiency in relevant languages, along with studies in social sciences, natural sciences, historical disciplines, or professional fields. The second-year progress evaluation typically occurs during spring quarter of the second year. Registration for this conference must be completed by the first Friday of the conference quarter using a form accessible on the Dean of Students website. General procedures can be found in the PhD Handbook. These conferences involve evaluating the student's academic plan, assessing completed coursework, determining preparedness for qualifying exams, shaping dissertation proposals, and discussing career objectives. Participants must present a substantial research paper for discussion, which may be a previously submitted course paper or a revised version. This paper should demonstrate the student's intellectual orientation and potential research direction, presenting a clear thesis and well-developed argument in approximately 20-25 pages (excluding bibliography), while properly citing all primary and secondary sources.