Theology
This course is aimed at those who wish to study their Christian faith at an academic level with the intention of deepening their understanding of the central themes in Christian theology following the 800-year old Dominican tradition.
| Award Name | Minor Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | Technological University Dublin |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Minor | Technological University Dublin | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
Each module is studied during a fifteen-week semester. The Certificate in Theology is achievable in one year if you study two modules per semester. You may, if it suits you, work at a different pace, e.g. one module per semester.
Course Delivery
Delivery is through blended learning, with a mixture of onsite and online study. Attendance in person at semester launch days is required. In addition, each module has two study days and two tutorial days, which students must attend either in person at St Mary's Dominican Priory, Tallaght, Dublin 24, or later online. Ongoing support is available from a coordinator and in-depth help from specialist academic tutors.
Entry Requirements
Admission Requirements Mature students (aged 23 or over) do not need formal qualifications to undertake one of our courses.
Applicants submit a 500-word account of why they would like to study theology. Applicants should have basic computer skills.
Further information
Fees are payable at the beginning of each semester and vary depending on the number of modules taken. Consult prioryinstitute.com for our current fees.
When to Apply
By early September or mid January for the autumn or spring semesters. You can find the cut-off dates on prioryinstitute.com
The course begins with the short, free of charge 'Learning to Learn' module introducing students to distance learning then successful completion of the modules below qualifies a student for the level 6 certificate in theology. These modules are offered every year, two per semester. While each module covers a 15-week span, a person may decide to study two modules together to achieve the certificate in one year. However, a student may also decide to study one module at a time, thus making the certificate achievable in two years. (Level 6, NFQ; 60 ECTS credits).
Course Overview
This Certificate in Theology by blended learning is particularly suitable for those who cannot attend classes regularly. The modules are delivered by suitably qualified and experienced scholars who are specialists in their disciplines. The Certificate provides an excellent foundation for further studies, teaching, pastoral and retreat work. An option exists to exit the course with the academic credits/qualification earned at each stage.
Autumn:
Learning to Learn
Theology
Spirituality and the Moral Life
Spring:
Learning to Learn
Scripture
Philosophy
Students submit a written assignment for each module during the semester and, at the end sit a written examination. For some modules a journal of exercises is also required.
Accreditation
The Higher Certificate in Theology is validated by Technological University Dublin and is aligned with the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ).
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