St Mary's University offers Pastoral Certificate in Catholic Theological Studies, a certificate in Islamic & Quranic Studies programme in Calgary, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years, delivered in a hybrid format. Tuition is CAD 312 per credit for local students.
At a glance
Degree:Certificate
Field:Islamic & Quranic Studies
Duration: 4 years
Delivery: Hybrid
Local tuition: CAD 312 / credit
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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Pastoral Certificate in Catholic Theological Studies is offered by St. Mary's University at the FCJ Centre near the Cathedral in Calgary, for those preparing for ordained ministry, parish leadership, lay apostolate roles, or Catholic education work such as school chaplaincy and religious education teaching. The certificate consists of eight courses completed over four years, delivered on Saturdays in six-hour sessions, with a hybrid option available for students who wish to attend remotely rather than in person. Students may complete the program for credit toward the certificate or for audit without credit; audit students are charged half of the standard tuition fee, which otherwise matches the university's undergraduate tuition rate. The first intake begins in Fall 2026, with applications opening October 1, 2025 and an application deadline of August 31, 2026.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: The Certificate in Pastoral Ministry (offered as the Pastoral Certificate in Catholic Theological Studies) is designed for persons seeking a deeper knowledge of the Catholic faith or a comprehensive theological education in preparation for lay ministry and service as permanent deacons; it is best suited to those with life experience and a mature Catholic or Christian faith, and individuals from other Christian traditions are welcome to enrol. Prospective students must meet St. Mary's University's standard admission requirements, and given the certificate's academic rigour, some previous post-secondary education is beneficial. Applicants holding a bachelor's degree enrol in the program's 500-level courses, while those without a bachelor's degree enrol in its 300-level courses.
