MA in Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work at Dublin City University 2025
The MA in Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work at Dublin City University offers a professional caring role focused on ecumenism and interreligious worldviews in a secular setting. This scholarship provides partial funding for full-time or part-time study, open to all nationalities, with a deadline of 01 July 2026. Applicants need an honours degree, 60 ECTS in Theology, a placement, references, and English proficiency, followed by Garda Vetting and an interview.
Eligible Degrees
Master's/Postgraduate (Not-STEM field)
Eligible Nationalities
Not specified
Destination
Ireland
Eligible Courses
Theology, Psychology
University
Dublin City University
MA in Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work at Dublin City University 2025
The programme trains professionals in chaplaincy within secular contexts, emphasizing ecumenism and interreligious understanding. It is designed for those seeking a caring role grounded in faith and spirituality, with partial funding available for full-time or part-time study.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must hold an honours primary degree in any discipline and complete 60 ECTS credits in Theology. A suitable placement of 18 hours per week for 12 weeks (432 hours total) across both semesters is required. Two references are needed: one academic or professional and one pastoral, with the latter uploaded directly to the application portal.
English language proficiency is mandatory for non-native speakers. Irish and EU applicants with relevant professional experience may qualify under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), requiring a cover letter in the Transcripts section. All successful candidates must undergo Garda Vetting, which is a condition of the final offer.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted via DCU's Student Application Portal. Candidates must provide a personal statement of up to 300 words, proof of placement, academic or professional reference, pastoral reference, and evidence of English competence. The application portal includes a specific form for placement verification and reference requests.
Application Deadlines
- Non-EU applicants: 01 July 2026
- EU applicants: 31 July 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, and all offers are conditional upon successful Garda Vetting clearance. For official application details and to submit your application, apply here.
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