The Distance Learning programmes in Catholic
Theology, led by Durham University’s Centre for Catholic Studies (CCS), are designed so
that participants can work through material at their own pace, studying equally
well in any time zone and in many different life situations, alongside work,
ministry, family or caring obligations.
In
addition to the Postgraduate
Certificate , the Postgraduate
Diploma , and the MA ,
students can enrol for a single
module. Students with a BA or BSc who have not studied Theology or
a related discipline before, are able to apply for the single module, ‘Catholic
Theology: A Preliminary Tour’ and proceed to the MA following its
successful completion. Further details are available at Distance
Learning – Durham University including videos from current students.
NEW BURSARY FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR 2025-26
– The Janet Erskine Stuart Scholarship Fund, funded by the
Society of the Sacred Heart (RSCJ), intended primarily to support teachers or
chaplains. Applications are especially invited from:
- Teachers of RE wishing to pursue an MA
to enhance the quality of their subject knowledge.
- Teachers of any discipline who wish to
retrain to teach RE.
Other bursary
funds are also available. Full information can be found at CCS Bursary for Distance Learning 2025-26 -
Durham University
If you have any
questions about the Distance Learning programmes or bursaries, please contact the CCS Manager - theresa.phillips@durham.ac.uk +44 (0) 191 334 3952.
