Postgraduate - Part Time |
2 Years |
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Application Deadline: |
02nd August 2024
For EU & those living on the island of Ireland (Late applications may be considered). |
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31st May 2024
For non EU |
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Course Start Date: |
September 2024 |
| Get info |
Applications will open in November 2024
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Introduction
This part-time taught Master's programme explores Contemporary Ethics.
Description
Non-EU students should contact pgadmissions@spcm.ie for guidance on their application.
In an increasingly globalised world, we are confronted with complex questions about identity, human rights, ecology, and media ethics. This Master's programme provides a comprehensive analysis of current ethical issues in a dynamic learning environment. Students will also explore contemporary trends in globalisation, issues in healthcare ethics, social justice and human rights concerns, as well as the ethics of media relations
Fees
See the fees page for more details
Timetable
Duration: 2 years, part-time
Lectures: One day per week
Programme of Study
The successful completion of six taught modules delivered over two years and a 15,000 word thesis on an agreed topic.
Content:
- Spirituality, Religion and Contemporary Healthcare Ethics
- Re-imagining the Human
- War: Ethical and Theological Perspectives
- Foundations of Moral Theology
Note: progression to the PhD from this programme requires the successful completion of a doctoral qualifying year, the parameters of which are established by the Faculty of Theology.
Career Outcomes
Possible career routes include:
Lecturing (with additional qualifier courses it would serves as a bridge to doctoral studies in Moral Theology)
Second Level teaching (following the successful completion of the undergraduate degree in Theology followed by the Professional Master of Education (PME))
Journalism
Pastoral work, Retreat work, Parish catechesis
Public/Private Sectors
School/ Hospital Chaplaincy (For professional qualifications in chaplaincy additional courses are also a requirement)
Career working with NGO’s and other organisations working in the fields of development and social justice
Course Structure
In addition to the following programme of study, candidates must complete Postgraduate Induction.
Application Requirements
(Code - MU512)
If you have any queries please contact admissions@spcm.ie.
PLEASE NOTE: Application forms must be completed in full, and all documentation must be provided BEFORE an application can be considered. Applicants will not be called for interview if an application is incomplete.
Application Requirements:
The minimum entry requirement is an honours primary degree in which Theology comprises at least an equal joint honours component. Candidates should have obtained at least Second Class Honours, Grade I overall, and Second Class Honours, Grade I in Theology. An interview will be part of the selection process. The Faculty of Theology may also accept applicants whom it deems to have achieved an equivalent standard. Candidates whose first language is not English will be required to satisfy the English language requirement.
If you live outside Ireland, check out our dedicated area for international students.
Let’s talk
For Undergraduate queries: email admissions@spcm.ie.
For Postgraduate queries: email pgadmissions@spcm.ie.
For The Centre for Mission & Ministries queries, email: cmmadmissions@spcm.ie.