PhD Theology - a total of 360 credits:

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is gained through the successful completion of a thesis of 60,000 to 80,000 words and is open to graduates who have gained a Master’s degree in Theology by research. Candidates with either a Master’s degree in Divinity (MDiv) or any other Master’s degree in Theology that did not require the student to submit for external examination a research dissertation of not less than 30,000 words or an unaccredited Master’s degree in Theology or related subject (eg Religious Studies) may not automatically meet the entry requirements for this degree programme, but can access the joint programme MA/PhD at a considerable financial saving to the normal route.

The PhD thesis will embody independent research work of distinction and will be deemed by the External Examiner(s) and the Vice-President to be worthy of publication in whole or in part. Applicants should first submit a Research Proposal to the Registrar prepared in accordance with NWU guidelines provided specifically for this purpose.