Overview

The Theology and Religious Studies course at Dublin City University is an exciting course for mature students (aged 23 or over) wishing to pursue the academic study of religion. You’ll explore the origins and development of some of the world’s major religions, along with the beliefs and practices that are central to these traditions.

Careers

This degree will help you expand your knowledge and skills to pursue an interesting career or for continuing professional development across a range of areas such as community and social justice work, pastoral ministry and teaching.

It can enable you to study theology and religion for personal enrichment. The degree also serves as a qualification if you wish to pursue postgraduate study or research in theology and religious studies.

For instance, you may like to understand these areas more deeply: pastoral and community work; adult religious education or parish catechesis; youth and young adult ministry; biblical studies; social justice groups; ecumenical projects; inter-faith dialogue; parish councils; school governance and leadership.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Paul: Apostle to the Gentiles

Bioethics: Theological and Philosophical Perspectives

History of Philosophy

Eastern Religious Traditions

Ecumenism

Faith and Revelation

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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92

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4.5

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63

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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 10 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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63

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6.5

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General requirements

Application to this programme is based upon maturity of years. In order to be eligible for this course applicants must be aged 23 or over on the 1st January in the year of application. As part of the application process, the relevant life/work experience of the applicants and previous studies undertaken will be reviewed to determine eligibility for the course. Applicants must include with their application a short personal statement indicating why they are applying for this programme.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

847 EUR / module

≈ 847 EUR / module
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

420 EUR / module

≈ 420 EUR / module

Additional Details

EU Status Fee Part-time

€420 per 7.5 credit module

Non EU Fee Part time

€847.50 per 7.5 credit module

Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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