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Offer: PhD Scholarships in Theology, Philosophy, and Ethics:Job description:Qualification Type: PhD The School of Theology, Philosophy, and Music at Dublin City University, ranked as one of the top 100 universities under 50 as perTimes 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: candidates 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 candidates are encouraged to first draft a research proposal (proposal instructions can be foundhere). candidates 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 (joseph.rivera@dcu.ie) Email Scholarship applications to Joseph Rivera:joseph.rivera@dcu.ie indicatingTheology, Philosophy, and Ethics PhD scholarshipsin 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 suitcapability for the scholarship. » A research proposal ca. 2,000 words, accompanied by a bibliography (which is not included in the word count). SeeSchool websitefor 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 theUniversity's Student Application Portal, and must meet all the entry requirements of the university. Inquiries: Inquiries to the School Research Convenor, Dr Joseph Rivera (joseph.rivera@dcu.ie). 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. Skills:
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