Dr. Bethany Sollereder

Associate Professor

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Biography

Bethany Sollereder is an Associate Professor of Science and Religion at the University of Oxford and a Wills Tutor in Theology at Harris Manchester College. She specializes in the intersection of theology and evolution, particularly focusing on the problem of suffering. Currently, her research examines the theological implications of climate change. Bethany received her PhD in Theology from the University of Exeter and has previously served as a Lecturer in Science and Religion at the University of Edinburgh. She is the author of 'God, Evolution, Animal Suffering: Theodicy and the Fall' (2019) and 'Suffering? Pick Your Own Theological Expedition' (2021), and she co-edited the volumes 'Emerging Voices in Science and Theology: Contributions from Young Women' (2022) and 'Progress in Theology: Can Science Advance?' (2025). Her research interests include Ecotheology, the Problem of Evil, Animal Theology, Compassionate Theodicy, and Practical Theology.

Research Interests

Courses

Science and Religion Further Studies in Science 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.