Information about the Theology MPhil and PhD programmes for the University of Cambridge can be found on the Faculty of Divinity’s website. Students undertaking these awards matriculate within the University and will be members of a University College. Speak to the Director of Studies at your chosen member institution for further details.
PhD
A Master’s degree with marks of at least 67 per cent; where appropriate a GPA of at least 3.8. Applicants who are currently taking the Faculty of Divinity’s M.Phil. degree must achieve an overall average of at least 71 per cent and at least 71 per cent for their thesis.
MPhil
Applicants in all subject areas are expected to have achieved 1st class or 2.1 honours degree with marks of at least 67%; or a GPA of at least 3.8; or performance at an equivalent level in an honours degree.
New Testament and Early Christianity applicants are required to have at least two years study of New Testament Greek.
Philosophy of Religion applicants must have a strong philosophical background and relevant theological knowledge.
Old Testament applicants must have knowledge of the relevant biblical languages, notably biblical Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek.
Religions of Antiquity applicants must have knowledge of Greek or Latin.
World Christianities applicants need to have a first degree in Theology, Religious Studies, History, Anthropology or another discipline involving contemporary cross-cultural study.
IELTS
7.0 Listening
7.0 Writing
7.0 Reading
7.0 Speaking
7.5 Total
TOEFL
25 Listening
25 Writing
25 Reading
25 Speaking
110 Total
To find out more or to apply, contact the Director of Studies at the member institution of your choice.
Institution | Contact |
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CCCW | director@cccw.cam.ac.uk |
IOCS | admissions@iocs.cam.ac.uk |
Margaret Beaufort | info@mbit.cam.ac.uk |
Ridley Hall | admissions@ridley.cam.ac.uk |
Wesley House | admissions@wesley.cam.ac.uk |
Westcott House | admissions@westcott.cam.ac.uk |
Westminster College | admissions@westminster.cam.ac.uk |
Westfield House | admissions@westfield.cam.ac.uk |