THE PRIORY INSTITUTE

The Priory Institute is an accredited centre for theological, biblical and philosophical studies, founded by the Irish Province of the Dominican Order. It delivers a range of distance‑learning programmes that enable students from across the island to explore the big questions of faith, meaning and purpose without having to relocate.

Its flagship offering, the Higher Certificate in Theology, comprises nine modules delivered over two stages, while a suite of other undergraduate and graduate courses is available through the institute’s online portal. The Priory also provides an Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) service, allowing learners to gain formal recognition for previous study, and it hosts regular academic events such as the annual Aquinas Lecture and the Presentation of Academic Awards.

The institute prides itself on a supportive, inter‑generational student community, where graduates and current learners alike speak of deepening their understanding of God, personal resilience and a shared sense of peace. Whether you are a lifelong scholar or a newcomer to theological study, The Priory Institute offers a welcoming, flexible pathway to academic and spiritual growth.