About this course
Southampton, Solent University offers PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) as a 3-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Philosophy and Religious Studies. Based in Southampton, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £14,200 per year. Intakes run across 2 windows (Autumn (September), 2026 and October, 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
c) other qualifications, publications and/or appropriate professional training and experience which may be considered equivalent by the admissions review panel to one of the above.
or
b) a master's degree from a UK University or a non UK qualification which may be deemed equivalent as above;
or
a) a first or upper second class honours degree from a UK University or a qualification which may be deemed equivalent by NARIC* and the admissions review panel;
Applicants for an MPhil/PhD should hold at least one of the following:
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
- ▸October, 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
