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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Hebrew and Old Testament Studies

The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
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Course Overview

Offered by The University of Edinburgh, the PhD Hebrew and Old Testament Studies provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in languages and area studies. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. We specialise both in traditional historical-critical perspectives and more interdisciplinary approaches. You are at the right place if you want to deepen your knowledge in Biblical Studies and benefit from a stimulating and enriching research culture. Are you interested in the Hebrew Bible and its Languages? A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a 89% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Hebrew Language and Textual Criticism
Historical-Critical Biblical Interpretation
Prophetic Literature and Theology
Pentateuchal Studies and Traditions
Wisdom Literature and Jewish Thought
Ancient Near Eastern Contexts and Archaeology
Research Methods in Biblical Studies
Doctoral Thesis Research and Supervision
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

๐Ÿ“‹ Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

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Graduate Outcomes

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Graduate Salaries โ€” The University of Edinburgh

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 yearsยฃ21,000ยฃ27,000ยฃ32,000
5 yearsยฃ26,500ยฃ33,000ยฃ44,000
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๐Ÿ’ผ Employment Breakdown

75%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
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