Dr. Andrew Pinsent

Associate Professor

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Biography

Andrew Pinsent is an Associate Member of the Faculty at Harris Manchester College, University of Oxford. He is known for his work as a Principal Investigator on research grants exceeding £6 million, collaborating with scholars from over a dozen countries. Originally a particle physicist involved in the DELPHI experiment at CERN, he later transitioned to academia, earning degrees in philosophy and theology, culminating in a doctorate in philosophy. His research focuses on second-person relatedness within the intersections of science, philosophy, and theology. Notable themes in his work include virtue ethics, neurotheology, and the relationship between science and religion, as well as philosophical inquiries into the nature of good and evil. Pinsent has contributed to several publications in both particle physics and theology, with a particular focus on virtue ethics and divine action.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Faculty Member

— Present

Harris Manchester College • Oxford, England

Engaged in research and teaching within the Faculty of Theology and Religion.

Requirements for University of Oxford

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Politics, International Relations, Economics, History, Law, Philosophy or Sociology
Application Checklist
  • Three academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1,000 words)
  • Two academic essays (2,000 words each)
Specialization Notes

Department of Politics and International Relations - Higher Level English requirement.