Theology and Religious Studies
Course Details
CAO Code:
DC300
Course Type:
Undergraduate
NFQ Level:
8 - Please see www.qqi.ie for further information
Delivery Modes
Part-Time
Minimum Points
N/A
Duration
4 or 5 Years
Are you curious about the significance of religion in today’s society? Do you want to understand more about how we can form welcoming, just and sustainable communities?
The BA in Theology and Religious Studies at DCU offers the opportunity to reflect on religion in a complex world.
This honours degree 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.
You will also have the opportunity to study the Bible and other sacred texts, explore the importance of ethics in our personal, social and political lives, and reflect on the place of ecumenical and interreligious dialogue in the contemporary world.
The course caters for a broad range of backgrounds including those who wish to study theology and religion for personal enrichment as well as those who would like to study theology with a view to being more active in their local community.
It is particularly suited to mature students interested in areas like community work, parish ministry and liturgy, youth and young adult ministry, social justice engagement, ecumenical projects, dialogue with other faith communities, and education and school boards.
This degree also serves as a qualification for those wishing to pursue postgraduate study or research.
Entry 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.
See under General Entry Requirements
See under General Entry Requirements
No Entry Path
Where such candidates are non-native speakers of the English language they must satisfy the university of their competency in the English language. Click here for further information on international applications.
Fees and Funding
Fees
EU Status Fee
€275 per 5 credit module €412 per 7.5 credit module
Non EU Fee
€550 per 5 credit module €824 per 7.5 credit module
