Theology and Religion (Taught)

The information provided on this page was correct at the time of publication (November 2025). For complete and up-to-date information about this course, please visit the relevant University of Oxford course page via www.graduate.ox.ac.uk/ucas.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Theology and Religion (PGDip) is a taught course offering intensive study in Christian theology with options to explore other world religions. It suits those without a prior degree in theology.

Please note, this course should not be confused with the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Theology, which has a separate focus and distinct entry requirements.

Course structure
During the PGDip, you will take three or four option courses.

If studying part-time, you will enrol on two option papers in your first year of study, and a third paper (and fourth, if this option is chosen) in your second year.

PGDip students attend undergraduate-level lectures and classes, but they are full members of the graduate community and are expected to draw on all the graduate resources of the faculty and the University.

Please note that there is no graduation ceremony for the PGDip.