| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
|---|---|
| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Research Degrees (PhD) |
| Type of Training | Individual standalone programme |
| Reference Number | PhD |
| Description | The PhD is a highly regarded research degree awarded by Queen’s University, Belfast which can be taken over three years full–time or four to six years part–time. Students are expected to have a 2.1 honours degree in Theology, from a recognised university, as well as a Master’s degree in Theology. |
| Keywords | Theology, Biblical Studies, Mission, Pastoral Theology |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (UK, International) |
| Other Languages | |
| Country and region where programme is available | United Kingdom / Northern Ireland |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Church History; Mission and Evangelism / Evangelism and Apologetics; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Church Growth and Development |
| Residential/Non Residential | Mixed |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Doctorate |
| Cost Range | US$100,000 or more |
| Actual Cost | £3900 |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | No |
| Actual Length | 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time |
| Average hours of study per week | 35 |
| Methods of instruction | One to one supervision, guided study and research. PhD students at BBC also have the opportunity to contribute in other ways to the wider spiritual life of the community. |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 0 |
| Prerequisite Programmes | Students applying for the PhD programme are expected to have an academic background in Theology at undergraduate and postgraduate level. |
| Other Prerequisites | |
| Qualifications gained | PhD |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | |
| Programme Accredited by | ECTE (Europe) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | Queen's University, Belfast |