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Utrecht Theological University facilitates doctoral students in their doctoral studies. When a person is pursuing a doctorate, he/she is engaged in making a doctoral dissertation. When a doctoral student completes their doctoral research successfully, they may use the degree of doctor. Utrecht Theological University is a unique center of knowledge and research in the field of Reformed and Protestant theology in Europe.

Our research is concerned with Reformed theology and neo-Calvinism in the context of the broader Protestant tradition. In this way we strive to make a meaningful contribution to the development of Reformed theology in a global perspective.

The university offers a fully accredited degree with the possibility of international employment at the academic level. PhD students are expected to have an affinity for our Reformed identity and tradition.

What does it mean to pursue a doctoral degree?

Doing a PhD is an exciting process where students develop creativity and originality, self-discipline, self-reflection and personal integrity. You must be fascinated by your topic and motivated to conduct academic research. In general, a student needs four years of full-time study to complete a PhD within our university.

New doctoral projects should preferably fit with the Vulnerabilty and Hope research program.