Our members' research top ten in the UK for research outputs in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework.

REF 2014 (Research Excellence Framework)

We're one of the leading global institutes for innovative, multidisciplinary research on the Bible. Our research is internationally recognised and we explore a variety of interests in ancient and contemporary contexts.

The Pope wears Prada

Dr Katie Edwards and Dr Meredith Warren's latest article for The Conversation UK (also published in the Independent), on the subject of the recent Met Gala.

Students' Union Academic Awards

We’re delighted to announce that SIIBS Director Dr Katie Edwards has won an Academic Award from Sheffield Students' Union in the category of 'Best Postgraduate Supervisor'! Congratulations Katie!

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Shiloh Project Conference

The Shiloh Project is proud to announce a one-day interdisciplinary conference on Friday 6th July, showcasing research on both historical and contemporary rape culture.

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Religion and Fashion

Academic Awards

Religion and Rape Culture

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We offer a diverse and modern approach to studying the Bible. You'll discover through us the bible's influence on cultural, social and political discussion.

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Our interdisciplinary research is world renowned and spans ancient and modern issues from biblical languages to forced migration, and pop culture to gender studies.

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