IBI Bursaries 2025-26

Financial cost is one of the most common hurdles for students wishing to begin theological studies.

However, did you know that students can apply to be considered for an IBI bursary?

This is part of our commitment to making our courses as accessible as possible to as many students as possible.

 

An application can be made by completing a bursary application form, to be submitted no later than 01 August 2026. Applicants must meet normal programme entry requirements for Certificate, BA Degree or MA Degree.

Applications are open to part-time and full-time students who have applied and been accepted onto an IBI Programme.

Bursaries will be awarded depending on available funds and each student’s financial situation.

 

For an application form, please contact Diogo Vara, Bursar at ibibursar@ibi.ie

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How to apply to the IBI Bursar: Step by step

  • Explore our available programmes:

    • Certificate in Applied Theology

    • BA Degree in Applied Theology

    • MA in Applied Theology

    Take time to read through the course requirements, formats (online/in-person), and term start dates.

  • Once you've chosen a programme, contact our Academic Administrator, Sarah Crane, who will guide you through the application process.

    Contact Sarah at: sarah@ibi.ie

    Submit your official application for your chosen course.
    You must meet the standard entry requirements for the programme.

  • After your application is processed, you’ll receive confirmation if you’ve been accepted into your chosen programme.
    Once your application is accepted, you’ll be eligible to register interest for a bursary.

  • Once accepted, you can apply to be considered for financial support.
    To begin this process, contact Diogo Vara, IBI Bursar, and request the bursary application form.

    Email Diogo at: ibibursar@ibi.ie

  • Fill in the bursary application form with details about your financial situation.
    The deadline to submit your bursary application is 01 August 2026.

    Please note that Bursaries are limited and awarded based on financial need and available funds, so we encourage you to apply early.

    If you have questions at any point, contact us at ibibursar@ibi.ie