Doctor of Philosophy
The purpose of postgraduate studies in theology is to provide an enriching and enhancing education for students at an advanced academic level, based upon a primary degree in theology. In personal terms, this means a deeper acquaintance with and knowledge of one's particular Christian tradition and its faith, leading to a richer encounter with life, beauty and truth, to a more profound sense of God and of the divine purposes for humankind and creation.
Professionally, this means the further development of knowledge and experience in a theological discipline, and the honing of critical scholarly skills within that discipline for the purposes of teaching, ministry, research and writing, and of inter-disciplinary dialogue.
The MCD PhD is designed to enable approved candidates to interact with the discipline of theology by building on studies undertaken in their previous degree, usually in other disciplines. The entry level is a research master's degree in a discipline which is considered by the Board to be the foundation for work which engages with a theological discipline at doctoral level.
Information regarding Doctor of Philosophy course overview, entry requirements, regulations, and the guidelines to apply for ethical clearance can be found by clicking on the links below.
