Overview

The Religion (JH) programme at Trinity College Dublin offers a comprehensive exploration of how religious worldviews and values shape global cultural traditions and political landscapes. Students examine the impact of religion on modern society, focusing on critical issues such as human rights, gender, and ethics. This degree provides a deep understanding of both historical heritage and contemporary religious pluralism.

Why Religion (JH) at Trinity College Dublin?

Trinity College Dublin is home to an internationally recognised School of Religion, Theology, and Peace Studies. The institution is uniquely positioned in Ireland for its integrated approach, combining in-depth biblical analysis with philosophical ethics and peace studies. Students benefit from a curriculum that presents religious traditions in their historical, intellectual, and aesthetic dimensions. The university provides a supportive environment where learners can explore the monotheistic faiths of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam alongside the religions of Asia and Africa.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: EUR 22580 per year
European fee: EUR 3181 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to move from broad foundational knowledge to specialised research. Modules may include:

Hebrew Bible
New Testament
Judaism
Islam
Ethics
Philosophy
Theology
Qur’an
Religion, War and Peace

Careers with Religion (JH)

Graduates of this programme develop essential skills in independent thinking, effective communication, and responsible action. These attributes prepare students for a diverse range of professional paths across various sectors. Many alumni have successfully entered careers in law, primary and secondary education, and the civil service. Other popular destinations include the creative arts, publishing, accountancy, and information technology. Additionally, the degree provides a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue pastoral ministry or advanced academic research both in Ireland and internationally.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

In your first year of study, twelve modules help to immerse you in this field of scholarship. The Hebrew Bible, and the New Testament – their historical contexts. You will study Judaism, Islam, the religions of the ancient Mediterranean world, and the Dharmic religions of India.

Throughout these years, your modules offer an increasingly focused and state-ofthe art engagement in your chosen field. Different genres of literature and historical reconstruction are addressed in biblical studies. Theology looks both to the emergence and reception of classical doctrines, as well as to topical issues of religion and science, and theology and social justice.

The major accomplishment of your final year is your Capstone project – an individual research project.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , International

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EU/EEA Deadline: 1 May

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 8 other Bachelors in Theology and Religious Studies in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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90

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69

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Final second level qualification results

IELTS, Cambridge Advanced/Proficiency, TOEFL scores, for applicants whose first language is not English

Academic transcripts for each year of third level study and all third level qualifications awarded

SAT, AP or ACT scores (US and Canadian applicants only)

Two letters of recommendation

Passport

Application fee (non-refundable) and application fee payment form

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22580 EUR / year

≈ 22580 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

5681 EUR / year

≈ 5681 EUR / year

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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