Overview
In today’s university setting, theology is understood as ‘faith seeking understanding’, an academic study of religion that takes place within a pluralist, multi-religious, secular, and interdisciplinary context.
Emphasis is placed on ecumenical perspectives on theological themes and questions, on the study of sacred texts and languages, and on interreligious dialogue, particularly the discourse between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The MA in Theology at Dublin City University will equip you with key cultural, historical and ethics insights, as well as tools for reasoning, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary research.
Careers
Whether you’re interested in progressing to doctoral research, pursuing a theology-grounded career, or engaging in theological studies in the context of life-long learning, the MA in Theology course can accommodate your goals.
Potential Careers
Religious Educator
Social Worker
Charity Officer
Pastoral Worker
Clergy Member
Chaplain
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Classical Arabic
Biblical Hebrew
Koine Greek
The Holocaust & Modern Culture
Issues in Ecclesiology
History of Biblical Interpretation
Islamic Thought in the 19/ 20th Centuries
Modern Protestant Theology
Philosophy and God: Selected Readings
Karl Rahner and 20th Century Theology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Religious Studies & Theology View 10 other Masters in Religious Studies & Theology in IrelandAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A degree at the level of an Irish or UK Honours undergraduate degree (H2.2 or above) or equivalent, in the area of Theology, Religious Studies, Religious Education, Philosophy or a related degree in Humanities and Social Sciences.
- Applicants with appropriate combinations of professional qualifications and experience may also be considered. This includes discipline-specific knowledge and know-how; transferable skills; basic research competency; personal effectiveness.
- International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language.
Tuition Fee
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International
15000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15000 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
7400 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7400 EUR per year during 12 months.
Part-time
- EU/EEA: 4,000 EUR per year
- Non-EU/EEA: 7,400 EUR per year
Living costs for Dublin
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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