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 as it is done in the 800-year old Dominican tradition.
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | Technological University Dublin |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | Technological University Dublin | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
Each module is studied during a fifteen-week semester. The BA (Honours) in Theology is achievable in four years 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. You need to submit a 500-word account of why you would like to study theology. This can be as personal as you wish and may be handwritten or typed. You may begin your studies in either Spring or Autumn.
Further information
You can begin your studies in either Spring or Autumn.
Fees are payable at the beginning of each semester and vary depending on the number of modules, and whether or not you are studying for academic credit. For our current fees, please consult our website.
When to Apply
By early September or early February for the Autumn or Spring semesters. Please consult our website for cut-off dates.
Our BA (Honours) in Theology consists of 17 modules offered over four stages. The course begins with the short, free of charge 'Learning to Learn' module introducing students to distance learning. Then each stage comprises four modules spread over two 15 week semesters, two modules per semester. Alternatively, students may study one module per semester; but it will take twice as long to complete the full course (Level 8, NFQ; 240 ECTS credits).
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 as it is done in the 800-year old Dominican tradition.
Course Overview
This BA (Hons) 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 BA 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
Christian Anthropology
The God of Christian Faith
Psalms and Prophets
Philosophical Theology
Theology of World Religions
Pauline Writings
Integrative Project
Spring:
Learning to Learn
Scripture
Philosophy
The Gospel of Mark
Themes in Modern Philosophy
Church and Sacraments
Life and Justice Issues
Christology, Soteriology and Eschatology
Integrative Project
For each module, you submit an essay and, at the end of the semester, sit a written examination. For some modules a journal of exercises is also required.
Accreditation
The BA (Hons) Theology is validated by Technological University Dublin and is aligned with the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ).
Further Information
The Priory Institute is a centre for theological, biblical and philosophical studies, established by the Irish Province of the Dominican Order and is Catholic and ecumenical in its approach. It seeks to engage with the best thinking of our times and brings the insights of different philosophical and religious thinkers to bear on the study of theology and religious studies.
Phone: +353 1 404 8124
Email: enquiries@prioryinstitute.com