Overview

The Religions and Philosophies Department at SOAS University of London offers a vibrant, stimulating, and interdisciplinary research environment. The Religion PhD programme from SOAS University of London will provide individual research supervision in a wide variety of religious traditions and comparative and interdisciplinary topics.

Employment

In addition to an understanding of global faiths, histories and cultures, graduates from the Department of Religions and Philosophies develop the skills to analyse and communicate ideas in a clear, rational and comprehensive manner. These key proficiencies are valuable in many careers and are transferable to a wide range of sectors and roles. Recent graduates have been hired by:

Asia Society

British Council

Cabinet Office

Chatham House

Edelman

Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

HELP USA

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Princeton University

Royal Government of Cambodia

The Happiness Factory

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Programme Structure

How you will learn:

You will also have the opportunity to attend seminars, lectures, and conferences offered by the various specialist SOAS Research Centres: Centre for Jewish Studies, Centre for the Study of Japanese Religions, Centre of Buddhist Studies, Centre of Jaina Studies and Centre of World Christianity.

Our centres run regular evening lecture series, workshops, and conferences which host visiting speakers from other universities in Britain, Europe, and globally.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 42 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

105

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70

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General 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.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23390 GBP / year

≈ 23390 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

4860 GBP / year

≈ 4860 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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