MA in Theology and World Religions at Dublin City University 2025

The MA in Theology and World Religions is a programme that approaches theology as a critical, academic study of religion and introduces students to a comprehensive examination of the world’s major traditions. 

Eligibility criteria for MA in Theology and World Religions -

• For admission to the MA in Theology and World Religions, successful applicants will have:

  • 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.

  • Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applicants are required to submit a cover letter along with their application under the Transcripts section of the portal, affirming their intent to apply for RPL. For more information on RPL see here. 

  • International candidates who are non-native speakers of English must satisfy the University of their competency in the English language.

Application process -

• All Applicants must apply through DCU's Student Application Portal which is available here. Here's a quick step by step guide if you need help with your application:
• Provide Academic Transcripts for each and every year of study with English translation, if applicable.
• If applicable, provide evidence of competence in the English language as per DCU entry requirements. Please see link given on the offical website. 
• Please note if you are a non EU student and require a study visa, you are not eligible to apply for part-time programmes as study visas are only granted for full-time programmes.

Application Deadlines

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the programme is full or until the following dates:

Closing date for non EU applicants is 1st July 2025
Closing date for EU applicants is 30th August 2025