Research Degrees (MPhil & PhD) in Catholic Studies
PhD
Distance
Continue to MPhil or PhD research degrees
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PhD
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Distance Learning
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Duration
Flexible
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Different dates available
The Institute's Research Degree provision (M.Phil and Ph.D) is offered through Liverpool Hope University and offers supervision in programmes of research in the area of Catholic Studies, including history, literature, philosophy, spirituality, theology, Newman studies and religious education and catechesis.
To discover more about the research activities of both staff and students at Maryvale, visit our Research Centre for Catholic Studies area, where you can read the latest Research Bulletin and also register to gain free and exclusive access to lecture recordings and other resources.
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About this course
This program is specifically for students who wish to continue to MPhil or PhD research degrees by establishing critical and research skills. The research program aims to train postgraduate students to specialize in their proposed project area at MPhil or Ph.D. level.
The requirement for entry to the PhD programme is a Distinction at Masters level. For the MPhil, the requirement is a Merit at Masters level. For overseas students Grade equivalents to this standard will be accepted.
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Subjects
- Teaching
- Marriage
- Christian
- Anthropology
- Covenant
- Church
- Context
- Literacy
- Philosophy
- Spirituality
- Theology
Course programme
Those accepted for a research degree devote at least twelve hours each week to study. The researcher will have the guidance of two scholars, knowledgeable in the chosen field of research and with experience of research supervision. Students must attend an annual residential school of about 14 days which includes a short period at Liverpool Hope University. This takes place in June each year.
- Liverpool Hope University Code of Practice
- Liverpool Hope University Academic Regulations
Research Degrees (MPhil & PhD) in Catholic Studies