As a department, we are committed to providing training for all. Therefore, we would like to share the following information on behalf of Durham University.
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 enroll 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 are 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.
The Diocesan Department for Education can be contacted by email: education@diocesehn.org.uk or phone: 0191 243 3313.
