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Divinity

Postgraduate
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The degree of Bachelor in Divinity is a higher degree awarded on the basis of examination and thesis. Students must complete an examination in eight papers and a thesis of 40,000 words within five years. Candidates study independently for the examination but may obtain advice and a bibliography on each subject from the School of Religion.

Award Name Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Major
Awarding Body University of Dublin
NFQ Level Level 9 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ) Major University of Dublin Level 9 NFQ
Course Provider:
Location:
Dublin City Centre
Attendance Options:
Part time
Qualification Letters:
B.D.
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Duration

5 years part-time.

Entry Requirements

Admission Requirements
Applicants must:

Hold a degree in Theology from Trinity College Dublin, or other university approved by the University Council;

OR

Hold a degree in any subject from Trinity College Dublin or other university approved by the University Council and a Divinity Testimonium or a Professional Diploma in Theology from Trinity College Dublin; OR

Hold a degree in any subject from Trinity College Dublin or other university approved by the University Council and pass a qualifying examination. Details of the qualifying examination may be obtained directly from the School of Religion.

English Language Requirements
All applicants to Trinity are required to provide official evidence of proficiency in the English language.

Applicants to this course are required to meet Band B (Standard Entry) English language requirements. For more details of qualifications that meet Band B, see the English Language Requirements page at
https://www.tcd.ie/study/english-language-requirements/

Careers / Further progression

Career Opportunities
Graduates have pursued careers as religious educators, counsellors, pastors and authors and often go on to further study or research.

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Further information

Next Intake September 2025

Closing Date 31st July 2025

The degree of Bachelor in Divinity is a higher degree awarded on the basis of examination and thesis. Students must complete an examination in eight papers and a thesis of 40,000 words within five years. Candidates study independently for the examination but may obtain advice and a bibliography on each subject from the School of Religion.

Is This Course For Me?
The B.D. in Divinity is aimed at those with a degree in Theology, a Divinity Testimonium, or a Professional Diploma in Theology wishing to prepare to enter the ministry or a spiritual leadership role.

Telephone Number
+353 (0)1 8964772

Email
srpostgrad@tcd.ie

Website
www.tcd.ie/religion/postgraduate/pgstudiesreligion

Course Provider:
Location:
Dublin City Centre
Attendance Options:
Part time
Qualification Letters:
B.D.
Apply to:
Course provider