PhD Science of Religion and Missiology

Programme Code

06265012


Closing Dates

  • SA – 31/05/2021
  • Non-SA – 31/05/2021

Admission Requirements

  1. Relevant master’s degree
  2. At least 65% for the research component at master’s level
  3. English language proficiency as determined by a proficiency test
  4. Hebrew passed at second-year level of the bachelor’s degree (for the MTh in Old Testament Studies) or an admissions examination may be required
  5. Greek passed at second-year level of the bachelor’s degree (for the MTh New Testament Studies) or an admissions examination may be required

Note: The MDiv qualification or a qualification not directly correlated to Theology may be considered for admission to a preparatory year


Selection Process

Preference will be given to candidates who completed the previous degree in the minimum time


Duration of study

2 years, full-time.


Faculty Notes

The Faculty of Theology and Religion is one of the leading theological institutions in South Africa and in Africa at large. It is known for its quality research, relevant teaching and learning programmes, and community engagement, especially through its Centres.

The University of Pretoria has the oldest fully-fledged Faculty of Theology and Religion in South Africa, and our Faculty is rated first in Africa and 14th in the world in terms of research impact. This is proof of the high standard at which theology is practised at the University of Pretoria and the fact that academic excellence is a non-negotiable trait of the Faculty.


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