Lifelong Learning at Sarum College
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Sarum College may have special expertise in mysticism but two forthcoming online sessions are all about demystifying postgraduate study here.
Life is hectic – we understand. Sarum’s courses are designed for busy people, and the confidence boost and sense of wellbeing that learning brings is well worth the effort.
Learning changes your life, full stop. It gets you out of a rut of sameness – taking you on a path of self-discovery, opening doors where your curiosity takes you and widening your social circle.
In a world of technology-fuelled news, the late biologist E.O. Wilson’s 1998 statement, “We are drowning in information, but yearn for wisdom,” feels more keenly true.
Whether you want to study for vocational or personal reasons, we will help you find the right courses for you. Sarum offers two programmes leading to a degree after one, two or three years, one in Christian Spirituality and one in Theology, Ministry and Mission.
Why are people spiritual but not religious? Why have people always sought to understand the mystery beyond everyday life? If you want to explore these questions and more, then the date for your diary is 18 June. Join programme leader Dr Michael Hahn to learn more about your interests and what postgraduate studies in Christian Spirituality can offer. Read what students Sally Shaw and James Stickings have to say about their experience.
Has it been a while since you wrote an essay? Relax.
"We build study skills support into our programmes, so there are lots of opportunities to develop research and writing skills," Michael says. "Also, the programmes are flexible and can be slowed down or sped up to suit you. Teaching schedules are designed to fit around working life or other commitments, so you can take up further study without having to give up your job."
"The MA in Christian Spirituality at Sarum College is the very best programme of its sort in the UK," says Dr Ashley Cocksworth, University of Roehampton. "It blends contemporary and historical approaches, engages with some of the most influential texts, traditions, and thinkers in the history of Christian spirituality, and is taught and led by a distinguished team of scholars. It is attentive to practice and explores some of the most pressing theological and practical questions through the always generative and interesting lens of Christian spirituality."
This MA programme can also be tailored for your needs. So if you just want to do a year of study and concentrate on a theme, we can help you choose modules on specific themes within Christian Spirituality.
If you’re interested in Christian ministry, join programme leader Dr Beth Dodd on June 3rd to learn more.
"This programme is ideal for anyone in Christian ministry, particularly curates looking to expand their learning, or those with an established ministry looking to refresh or deepen their reflection on practice," she says. "Pathways are flexible so you can tailor the course to your particular ministry and learning and formational needs.
“This course has offered me a great space to broaden my understanding of my faith and how I live that out in the world,” says Ella, an independent student. ”I've enjoyed good collegiality with others on the course as we journey together. The lecturers are supportive and responsive to the questions and challenges I've had while grappling with tricky subjects.”
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About Sarum College
Sarum College in Salisbury’s Cathedral Close is open to all – whether it’s for learning, personal and organisational development, or just a great place to stay. Sarum offers a range of courses as evening lectures, day and residential courses. Browse the course programme here.
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