Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work

Could you support someone in distress? Would you like to provide emotional and spiritual help to people in need? The Chaplaincy Studies and Pastoral Work degree program from Dublin City University is for you.

Key Facts

The faith and spirituality-based program is open to anyone interested in a professional caring role. It focuses on ecumenism and interreligious worldviews in a secular environment.

During your study, you’ll develop pastoral counselling skills and competencies, and learn more about theology and educational and psychological disciplines. You’ll also study liturgy, prayer, community-building and faith development, and explore how chaplaincy studies and pastoral work can help you be supportive and non-judgemental to those who need it.

Widen your spiritual knowledge

Modules are delivered in-person and online. They cover topics such as professional and spiritual development, theology of ministry, cultures, religions and pastoral ethics, pastoral counselling skills and spirituality and ritual in context. You’ll also complete a chaplaincy placement in an area of your choice, as well as a research project as part of your final module.

Once you graduate, you’ll be highly sought after for chaplain roles in schools, universities, parishes, prisons, rehabilitation centres, voluntary organisations and community facilities.

Courses include:

• Spirituality and Ritual in Context

• Contemporary Cultures and Ethics of Care

• Pastoral Counselling and Skills

• Professional & Spiritual Development

• Professional & Spiritual Development

• Research Module

• Theology of Ministry