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Cambridge Interfaith Programme

 

What opportunities does CIP offer to study with us?

From seminars and short courses to degrees and exchange visits, learn about the opportunities available for those who would like to study inter-religious relations and interfaith matters at the University of Cambridge.

NB Visitors who have already attained a PhD should see the Academic Visitors page for information about planned stays in Cambridge

Read more at: CIP and Undergraduate study

CIP and Undergraduate study

How does CIP relate to undergraduate study at the Faculty of Divinity? Studying religious traditions in relation to one another can give a perspective that differs from studying a religious tradition on its own. Courses available vary from year to year, but every year there are several options with an invitation to engage in ways that foreground ‘inter-faith’ and ‘interface’.


Read more at: Visiting Student Information
Visiting Students

Visiting Student Information

Hope to study in Cambridge? The Cambridge Interfaith Programme welcomes visiting students who are not yet in possession of a PhD. If you wish to be a visiting student at the University of Cambridge for less than one year, you will need to apply at least six months in advance of your period of study in Cambridge.


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Moonsighters Academy

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Read more at: Postgraduate study
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Postgraduate study

Within the Faculty of Divinity at the University of Cambridge, the Cambridge Interfaith Programme team contribute to masters-level teaching including courses focused on Religion and Conflict, the study of World Religions, and World Christianities. Some colleagues are also available to supervise...


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Summer School: Religion and Climate Futures

In 2024, we invited advocates, policymakers, practitioners and faith leaders to participate in a climate-focused summer school, delivered in partnership with the LSE Religion & Global Society research team. 


Read more at: Volunteering with CIP

Volunteering with CIP

Volunteering options are available for University of Cambridge students. This area of work is under development. We aim to support our volunteers to develop a reflective portfolio, while building skills and experience relevant to personal goals. We also work with the University’s Careers Service to...


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