The Postgraduate Diploma in Theology and Religion (PGDip) is aimed for those wishing to pursue graduate study in theology and religion but whose first degree is not in theology or religious studies. The course may also be suitable for those wishing to enhance their knowledge of theology and religion for the sake of professional development.
PGDip in Theology and Religion
University Rank:#4
Duration9 month(s)
Tuition FeeGBP 58,808 / year(s)
Next IntakeOctober 4, 2026
PGDip in Theology and Religion
About
Disciplines
Faculty of Theology and Religion
Requirements
Entry Requirements
If your graduate course at Oxford requires a master's degree in the UK system, you will usually need a master’s degree (Majister) with an overall grade corresponding to the following:
- 50% (‘C’) for a passing grade in the UK system
- 80% (‘B’) for a merit grade in the UK system
- 90% (‘A’) for a distinction grade in the UK system.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7.5
- TOEFLMin 110
English Program Requirements
English language proficiency
This course requires proficiency in English at the University's higher level. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence that you meet this requirement. The minimum scores required to meet the University's higher level are detailed in the table below.
| Minimum overall score | Minimum score per component | |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (Institution code: 0713) | 7.5 | 7.0 |
TOEFL iBT, including the 'Home Edition' (Institution code: 0490) | 110 | Listening: 22 Reading: 24 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 |
| C1 Advanced* | 191 | 185 |
| C2 Proficiency†| 191 | 185 |
*Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English or Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
†Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Your test must have been taken no more than two years before the start date of your course. Our Application Guide provides further information about the English language test requirement.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
58,808 / year(s)
PGDip in Theology and Religion
University of Oxford
United Kingdom, Oxford