Dr. Philip Johnston

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Philip Johnston has studied Mathematics, Economics, and Theology, and has taught Old Testament at various institutions including Belfast, St Andrews, and Oxford. He currently lectures and supervises at the Faculty of Divinity at Cambridge. His doctoral research focused on death in the ancient Near East, leading to published material on biblical topics. He has lived and worked in Ireland, francophone Europe, and East Asia, enriching his academic contributions with diverse cultural experiences.

Research Interests

Old Testament Ancient Near East Biblical Studies

Requirements for University of Cambridge

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:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.