PhD Scholarships in Theology, Philosophy, and Ethics

The School of Theology, Philosophy, and Music at Dublin City University, ranked as one of the top 100 universities under 50 as per Times Higher Education, is a dynamic and creative learning environment with a strong commitment to social and cultural engagement, and world-class research. The academic study of religion in DCU takes place within a pluralist, multi-religious, secular, and interdisciplinary context, with internationally-recognised staff who have distinguished records in research and teaching. We are currently offering Doctoral Scholarships and applications are welcome in the areas of Philosophy, Theology, and Ethics.

Eligibility: Applicants must have an undergraduate degree at first-class honours level or at least 2.1 level in Theology, Religious Studies, or a related discipline, and a Master’s Degree in Theology, Religious Studies, or a related discipline. Candidates who are currently completing a Master’s qualification are welcome to apply.

Topics:

The School of Theology, Philosophy, and Music is interested in receiving research proposals in the following areas:

• Philosophy, especially European Philosophy; Critique of Capitalism; Radical Enlightenment
• Ethics/Applied Ethics
• New Testament and Early Judaism
• Philosophy of Religion
• Interreligious Dialogue
• Theological Ethics
• Systematic Theology
• Moral Theology
• Religion, Society, and Culture
• Ecclesiology and Church History

Application Procedure:

Prospective applicants are encouraged to first draft a research proposal (proposal instructions can be found here ). Applicants should then make informal contact with a faculty member whose research area covers their proposed doctoral work in advance of an application. Questions can be directed to the School Research Convenor, Dr Joseph Rivera ([email protected] )

Email Scholarship applications to Joseph Rivera: [email protected] indicating Theology, Philosophy, and Ethics PhD scholarships in the subject line. 

Closing date for applications is 17:00 (Irish time) on Friday, 26 April, 2024. Applications should include the following:

• A CV including names and contact details of two academic referees.
• A copy of undergraduate and postgraduate degree certificates.
• Copies of transcripts from undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• A letter outlining the candidate’s suitability for the scholarship.
• A research proposal ca. 2,000 words, accompanied by a bibliography (which is not included in the word count). See School website  for guidance on writing a research proposal.
• Evidence of English language proficiency (as required).

Please note: Following the offer of a Faculty Scholarship, students will apply to register with the University through the University’s Student Application Portal , and must meet all the entry requirements of the university.

Inquiries:

Inquiries to the School Research Convenor, Dr Joseph Rivera ([email protected] ).

Other useful resources:

DCU Graduate Studies Office: https://www.dcu.ie/graduatestudies/postgraduate-research-how-apply

Closing date for applications is 17:00 (Irish time) on Friday, 26 April, 2024.