Research Students

Heythrop offers the two research degrees of the University of London, Master of Philosophy (M.Phil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), in the broad areas of Philosophy and Theology, which includes Pastoral Studies and Psychology of Religion.

Why study at Heythrop for a research degree?

Heythrop is a friendly, focused environment in which to conduct research. Its small size (40 staff, 35 students, across three departments) enables staff to be generous with time and individual support, and allows students to get to know one another and share ideas. And yet Heythrop is home to the prestigious Heythrop Journal, has one of the finest specialist libraries in philosophy and theology in the UK, as well as providing full access to Senate House library, and its situation within the University of London means there is always lots going on, with regular opportunities to hear and engage with world-famous academics.

Current Research at Heythrop

There are three departments at Heythrop: Pastoral and Social Studies, Philosophy, and Theology. A list of the main research strengths of each department can be found on the Research home page, and a full list of the research interests of staff can be found in the Staff Research Directory; Descriptions of the projects of current research students can be found on the Research Students page.