Programs

MSci Biochemistry

PhD Magic and Occult Science

This PhD program offers a unique opportunity to delve into the interdisciplinary study of magic and occult sciences. It encompasses historical, literary, and social science approaches, exploring topics such as witchcraft, folklore, Western Esotericism, and occult traditions within Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. The program also examines the connections between these subjects and gender, sexuality, philosophy, metaphysics, nature, and the history of science and medicine. Exeter's program brings together leading experts from various departments, including the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies, which holds a significant research collection on the Arab world, and the History Department, with strengths spanning medieval to late 20th-century global history. This diverse academic environment fosters a global perspective, highlighting the influence of Arabo-Islamic heritage on Western esotericism and unearthing overlooked traditions. As interest in these fields grows in academia, this PhD provides a platform to contribute to groundbreaking research, uncovering hidden connections and reimagining the cultural forces that shape our world.