PhD Degree in
Sociology of Religion
Degree to be obtained
PhD in Sociology of Religion
Academic degree
PhD Degree
Duration
2 years
Modality
Virtual
Schedule:
Daily Afternoon
Career description

The PhD programme in Sociology of Religion is essentially research-based and its fundamental objective is to make significant contributions in the area of applied research into the social phenomenon of religion, especially that of the Christian religion revealed in Jesus Christ and the Holy Scriptures. Its aim is to contribute to the development of reflection and social theological analysis of religious expression and its relationship with other sciences in order to strengthen higher Christian education and the development of the Christian church in the country.

What will you learn during the program?

The PhD in Sociology of Religion studies, analyzes and researches the role of religion in society and all social phenomena associated with it. Emphasis is placed on the role of the Christian Church and its place in society.

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AdmissionProfile

The doctoral candidate must have the following requirements to be able to enter the program: Professional who fulfils the requirements set out in the entry requirements, teachers with academic competencies for research and leadership in general, ecclesial leader of recognized ministerial trajectory and leadership, ability to integrate theological knowledge with scientific knowledge and willingness to change previously elaborated mental structures. Ability to work under academic pressure. Ability to apply acquired knowledge to the concrete situations of their profession, leadership or ministry. A person with a recognized professional and ethical track record.


Graduate'sProfile

They will contribute with creative solutions to the social problems specific to their professional area. Combine the universal knowledge of other university disciplines with social theological knowledge. Have a sufficient vision of the theological and scientific areas to be able to work in research, teaching and leadership in general.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the PhD in Sociology of Religion have professional opportunities in the academic field, working as teachers and researchers specialized in the interaction between religion and society. They possess the necessary competencies for consultancy, providing key knowledge to organizations in the formulation of policies that contemplate the religious dimension of social phenomena. Their profile also allows them to influence the communication sector, providing analysis and content on the influence of religiosity in contemporary cultures.

Curriculum

Ciclo CIENCIA Y FE RELIGION Y CULTURA: EL MUNDO BIBLICO
Ciclo CLASICOS DE LA SOCIOLOGÍA DE LA RELIGION CRSITIANISMO Y RELIGIOSIDAD POPULAR
Ciclo IGLESIA Y SOCIEDAD EN AMERICA LATINA RELIGIONES COMPARADAS Y COSMOVISIONES RELIGIOSAS
Ciclo SEMINARIO SOBRE AUTORES CONTEMP EN SOCIOLOGÍA DE LA RELIGIÓN TESIS I
Ciclo SEMINARIO SOBRE RELIGION Y CULTURA EN GUATEMALA TESIS II
Ciclo SEMINARIO SOBRE CIENCIA Y FE EN AMERICA LATINA GUATEMALA TESIS III
Ciclo SEMINARIO SOBRE IGLESIA Y SOCIEDAD EN GUATEMALA TESIS IV
Ciclo SEMINARIO EN SOCIOLOGÍA DE LA MISION EN AMERICA LATINA TESIS V
* This curriculum is for informational purposes only, if you need an official curriculum please request it at the faculty office, career direction office, or University Center office.
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