Program Overview
The Theological Studies (MTheol) at Trinity College Dublin is a Master programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Theological Studies (MTheol) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 8,925 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,345 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Theological Studies (MTheol) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- The Bible and its Interpretation Texts and Communities in Context \x96 Old
- Testament/Hebrew Bible
- Texts and Communities in Context \x96 New Testament
- Communities of Interpretation \x96 To the Enlightenment Period
- Communities of Interpretation \x96 In the Modern Period and in the Church Today
- Theological Reflection and Christian Identity
- Christian Thinking About God
- Jesus the Christ
- Cosmology, Anthropology and the Church
- Theology and Ethics
- Christian Practice in Church and Society Mission
- Culture and Social Context
- Pastoral Studies
- Liturgy, Worship and Spirituality
- Anglican Studies in an Irish Context
- Church Leadership Practice and Practicalities
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
All candidates will be required to successfully complete the Foundation Course. In addition candidates will have either:
- An Honors Degree in Theology or another discipline
- an appropriate qualification and at least 3 year\xc2\x92s ministerial experience or equivalent professional experience
- otherwise satisfy the Course Admissions Committee that they have the ability to complete and benefit from the course. In exceptional circumstances candidates may be required to submit a further piece of written work for assessment by the School of Religions, Peace Studies and Theology.
- \xc2\xa0Candidates will apply in the first instance to the CITI and applications will be considered by a joint Course Admissions Committee.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 8,925 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,345 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 8,925 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 5,345 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Trinity College Dublin directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Trinity College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
The College of the Holy and Undivided Trinity of Queen Elizabeth near Dublin, branded by the board as Trinity College, the University of Dublin, and officially incorporated as Trinity College...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-05-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
- Credits 10