Course summary
Reflect on the particular challenges of working with young people in your local context Our MA in Schools Chaplaincy helps those whose ministry is entirely or mainly in schools or academies. You will learn to reflect theologically on your local context exploring the particular challenges of working with young people in an educational environment. We build on your expertise and knowledge through practical projects designed to help those serving as chaplains to explore the issues which most impact on their ministry. You will be taught through your attendance at three-day schools in August, January and May, which are followed by a series of assessment tasks.
Modules
Explore major questions and concepts around religion At the beginning of our MA Schools Chaplaincy course, you will be introduced to the key ideas which underpin practical and public theology, which provide a strong foundation for your independent research that will form the basis of your final dissertation. You will learn to reflect theologically on your local context exploring the particular challenges of working with young people in an educational environment.
Assessment method
Feel the support of internationally-recognised research staff Allocated teaching days Teaching for the MA Schools Chaplaincy course is delivered in three school blocks a year; each of which lasts for three days. You may either visit the University of Chichester on a daily basis or, if you live further away, we can help you find suitable accommodation if required. You will learn by attending our allocated academic days; our three-days schooling programmes. We offer extensive support, especially for those returning to study after a long period, meaning you will the confidence in your academic skills to fully explore your ideas. Stand alone modules Some modules can be studied alone, whereby you can study one module and accumulate the credits but are not registered for the full degree. Assessment Assessment is through a variety of academic and practical tasks, ranging from essays to book reviews, short articles, case studies and practical projects. The assessments are relevant to your local ministerial context.
Entry requirements
If you wish to apply for a place on our MA Schools Chaplaincy course, please contact Professor Graeme Smith – [email protected] Normally you will be required to: Have experience working in a ministerial or theological context Have a university theological qualification or a good honours degree in a humanities subject together with experience in a church context Attend an interview Submit your application online through the university web site If English is not your first language then English language proficiency required is IELTS 6.5 overall with no element lower than 5.5 (or equivalent qualification) For those applying from the Diocese of Chichester a fee arrangement is in place which allows students to study with support from the diocese. For more information please contact either: The Rev’d Dr Earl Collins – [email protected] Canon Rebecca Swyer – [email protected] For those applying from the Diocese of Portsmouth support may be available. The Rev’d Dr Anthony Rusttell – [email protected]
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Channel Islands | £714 | Module |
| Republic of Ireland | £714 | Module |
| England | £714 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £714 | Module |
| Scotland | £714 | Module |
| Wales | £714 | Module |
Additional fee information
UK fee
£714 per 20 credit module
Students study 3 x 20 credit modules a year
Church Authority recommendation fee
£535.50 per 20 credit module
Provider information
University of Chichester
Bishop Otter Campus
College Lane
Chichester
PO19 6PE