Religious and Theological Studies (Research) | Doctorate / PhD | Humanities & Culture | On Campus | 3 years | Cardiff University | United Kingdom

We welcome applications from students interested in researching for a PhD/MPhil in a full range of areas, the following being of particular strength: Buddhism and its literature in India and the West Contemporary Christian Theology Contemporary Islam in the West Early Christian Literature, History and Culture Hindu Traditions: Ancient, Medieval and Modern History of Biblical Exegesis History of Buddhism Islam in the UK Method and Theory in the Study of Religion Narrative Traditions of South Asia Pastoral and Practical Theology Patristics and Late Antiquity Sikh Traditions of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century Sociology of Religion. Program aims To offer knowledge and expertise for a career in research (in academia, the media, public sector), teaching in higher education, or a range of allied professions valuing a humanities postgraduate degree. The interdisciplinary nature of Religious Studies, in particular, provides a broad background combined with a clear focus. We provide an extensive range of expertise. Particular strengths include: Buddhism and its Literature Byzantine History Culture & Religion Chaplaincy Contemporary Islam in the West History and Culture Hindu Traditions Islam in the UK Narrative Traditions of South Asia Pastoral and Practical Theology Patristics and Late Antiquity Sociology of Religion. The modules shown are an example of the typical curriculum and will be reviewed prior to the academic year. The final modules will be published by September.