University of Chester

Doctor of Professional Studies in Theology and Religious Studies DProf

University of ChesterExton Park, Chester

Course overview

Our DProf in Theology and Religious Studies is an exciting opportunity to pursue research rooted in an area of your profession or organisation. Explore the ethical, theological, religious, cultural and spiritual dimensions of your practice or work. Use practice-based research to question the ethos, world-views, religious cultures and values of your context.

Key highlights

  • Research rooted in your own profession or organisation
  • Explores ethical, theological, religious, cultural and spiritual dimensions of practice
  • Practice-based research questioning the ethos and values of your context
  • Examines world-views and religious cultures within your workplace

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — or above

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • International Alumni Scholarship

    Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.

Careers this course leads to

  • Chaplain
  • Minister of religion
  • Religious education leader
  • Faith-based organisation manager
  • Theology lecturer
  • Pastoral care coordinator

Cost of study

UK/Home: £6,971 per year for a full-time course (2025/26) — More on UK fees | International: £15,627 per year for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on International fees

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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