PhD in Legal and Religious Studies
- 100% Online
- 48 Credit
- 1-2 Years
The Doctor in Legal and Religious Studies is an advanced doctoral program that prepares scholars and practitioners to explore the intersection of law, religion, and society. This degree equips you with critical research skills, scholarly depth in legal and religious thought, and the ability to contribute original research or practice-oriented solutions in academic, legal, or religious institutions.
Overview
This doctoral program combines legal theory, jurisprudence, and religious studies to prepare graduates for roles in academia, policy, legal research, religious leadership, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Through core research training, specialized legal and religious coursework, and a major doctoral research project, students develop expert capacity to shape discourse at the crossroads of law and faith traditions.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the MBA in Information Technology and Religion will be equipped for leadership roles that require both technological insight and ethical grounding, such as:
- Chief Information Officer (CIO) or IT Director
- Digital Ethics Consultant
- Technology & Values Policy Advisor
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager
- Faith-Based Tech Entrepreneur
- IT Project Manager in Nonprofits or NGOs
- Consultant for Interfaith Digital Initiatives
Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Conduct rigorous interdisciplinary research in legal and religious studies.
- Critically analyze major legal theories and their implications for religious practice and belief.
- Apply advanced writing and communication skills in academic and professional contexts.
- Evaluate the historical, philosophical, and societal impact of law on religion and vice versa.
- Develop innovative solutions to complex ethical, legal, and religious challenges.
Transfer Credits to Exodus University
Exodus University is dedicated to saving you time and money by providing easy and fair transfer evaluation for eligible course credit.
Students can transfer to Exodus University up to 75% of credits or up to 22 credits into a Masters degree for courses with a grade of C- or higher are generally transferrable.
Admission Requirements
Featured Courses
| Legal & Religious Studies Foundations (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Research Methodology (Core) | 3 | DLRS 801 |
| Legal Theory and Jurisprudence (Core) | 3 | DLRS 802 |
| Advanced Constitutional & Public Law (Core / Elective) | 3 | DLRS 803 |
| Research Writing & Academic Communication | 3 | DLRS 804 |
| Specialized Area of Law (Elective – Choose One or Two) | 3 | DLRS 805 |
| Interdisciplinary Approaches to Law | 3 | DLRS 806 |
| Teaching & Pedagogy in Legal Education (Optional / Recommended) | 3 | DLRS 807 |
| Doctoral Research Proposal Development (Core) | 3 | DLRS 808 |
| Religious Courses (Choose any 4 – minimum) | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Theology | 3 | RELI 711 |
| Christian Apologetics | 3 | RELI 712 |
| The Old Testament | 3 | RELI 713 |
| World Religions | 3 | RELI 714 |
Religion (select one)
| 3 | RELI 715 |
| Hermeneutics | 3 | RELI 716 |
Courses
Credits Courses
3 Introduction to Online Learning
Credits Courses
3 An Introduction to the Bible
3 Biblical Foundation of Ethics
Credits Courses
3 Dissertation Prospectus
3 Dissertation I
3 Dissertation II
3 Dissertation III
3 Dissertation IV
3 Dissertation V
3 Dissertation Defense
Courses
| General Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Online Learning | 3 | EXOD 501 |
| Bible Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| An Introduction to the Bible | 3 | EXOD 511 |
| Specialization Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Biblical Foundation of Ethics | 3 | EXOD 513 |
| Research Core Courses | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Dissertation Prospectus | 3 | EXOD 901 |
| Dissertation I | 3 | EXOD 902 |
| Dissertation II | 3 | EXOD 903 |
| Dissertation III | 3 | EXOD 904 |
| Dissertation IV | 3 | EXOD 905 |
| Dissertation V | 3 | EXOD 906 |
| Dissertation Defense | 3 | EXOD 907 |
Career opportunities
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Tuition & Fees
Doctoral Programs
The basic costs listed here reflect the average total and are intended to be a planning guide for new students and their parents. As applicable, tuition, costs, and fees are subject to change without notice.
For information about the international student fee structure, please contact us at +1 (645) 201-9028.
Tuition Costs
total
$ 1,529.00
How to Apply?
- You Apply
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- We Connect
After you submit your application, an admissions representative will review your eligibility and will contact you within 24 hours.
- You Get Ready
Once you’ve completed your application and connected with an admissions representative, you’re ready to start with your first course.
