MA Application Form
MA Application Form
Place of Study/Validating
institution (including country if
outside of the UK)
E.g.: University of London
Result
E.g.: 2:1
Part-time
Telephone
Church-funded (explain)
Grant
Personal
Bursary (explain)
Family
Loans
savings
(explain)
B. Personal Statement
Please submit a short essay giving an autobiographical sketch and your reasons for
wishing to study through the Institute. Include comments about people or experiences
that have shaped your religious attitudes as well as your understanding and practice
of the Christian faith. We would also be interested in knowing your aspirations for the
future.
C. References
Please request references from two individuals unrelated to you who can comment on
your character and ability to pursue the course of study for which you are applying.
One of these may be from your bishop or parish priest.
Please provide below the names of your referees. If you are unable to submit
references at the time of returning this form, please do so at your soonest
convenience, to avoid delays in processing the application.
Referee 1:
Referee 2:
D. Interview
You may be called to attend an interview, in person or by telephone, after submitting
you application pack.
Please note as well that the Admissions Committee may request that you submit
evidence of written work to establish your ability to engage theologically and
analytically with a given topic.
I have answered the above questions correctly and if accepted, I agree to
comply with the academic and disciplinary regulations of the Institute for
Orthodox Christian Studies.
signed and dated
Application checklist
Application Form
Personal Statement
Reference(s) (to be confidential and sent directly to the Institute by referees)
Record of academic achievement/qualifications and employment
Proof of proficiency in English for international students (see course
information)