Faculty of Arts
PhD in Theology
The PhD is an opportunity to engage in advanced research. This research can be carried out in any area within the Faculty of Arts, provided that supervision is available and the research proposal and supervision arrangements are provided by the University.
The PhD consists of a thesis of an internationally recognised standard that makes an original contribution to knowledge or understanding in its field. Normally the thesis may not exceed 100,000 words or 250 pages. An oral examination takes place after the thesis has been submitted.
Research opportunities
- Contextual Theology (especially New Zealand and the South Pacific)
- History of Christianity in New Zealand and the South Pacific
- Reformation history and theology
- Christianity in Early Modern Scotland and France
- Biblical hermeneutics
- Pneumatology
- Feminist readings of the Bible
- Māori Theology
- Theology of Edward Schillebeeckx
- Science, technology and religion
- Christianity and popular culture
- Ecotheology and Ecological readings of the Bible
- Gospel of Matthew
- Gospel of John
- Healing in the Bible
- Doctrine of the Imago Dei
Duration
The PhD is expected to be completed in three or four full-time years, although it may be possible to complete on a part-time basis.
Admission
The usual requirement is a master's degree with Honours (First Class or Second Class, First Division) from The University of Auckland, or an approved equivalent qualification. You must also have demonstrated an ability to pursue doctoral level research. All candidates must submit a research proposal and obtain registration.
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