Muslim chaplaincy
On this page you can find information on our certificate in Muslim chaplaincy course, careers and other opportunities available to you at Markfield Institute.
Overview
Muslims are part of the religious and cultural landscape of Britain. As with other communities, they are affected by a number of social problems in all sections of society. The need is growing for Muslim chaplains in Further and Higher Education, the National Health Service (including hospices), social welfare, prisons, the Police, Armed Forces and Industry. An overview of the situation in Europe reveals a similar pattern. As Muslims become an integral entity within the social fabric, the development of strong institutional infrastructures become essential.
The development of specific courses which facilitate and train professionals working in the areas of chaplaincy and pastoral care are illustrated by the current situation of Muslim communities in the UK particularly, and in Europe generally. It is with this in mind that MIHE devised a course in the ‘Training of Muslim Chaplains’ in 2003 and has delivered successfully ever since. The aim is to contribute to the creation of sound and stable communities able to function harmoniously within the framework and institutions of wider society.
The development of specific courses which facilitate and train professionals working in the areas of chaplaincy and pastoral care are illustrated by the current situation of Muslim communities in the UK particularly, and in Europe generally. It is with this in mind that MIHE devised a course in the ‘Training of Muslim Chaplains’ in 2003 and has delivered successfully ever since. The aim is to contribute to the creation of sound and stable communities able to function harmoniously within the framework and institutions of wider society.
Course structure
Theoretical
Practical
The course has two parts, theoretical and practical.
The course consists of 8 days over 8 months and will focus on three areas of Muslim Chaplaincy:
• HM Prison Service
• NHS Hospital
• Further or Higher Education Chaplaincy
Please note: The Certificate in Muslim Chaplaincy course runs from February to October each year from our Markfield Campus. It is an eight-month short course.
The course consists of 8 days over 8 months and will focus on three areas of Muslim Chaplaincy:
• HM Prison Service
• NHS Hospital
• Further or Higher Education Chaplaincy
Please note: The Certificate in Muslim Chaplaincy course runs from February to October each year from our Markfield Campus. It is an eight-month short course.
- Chaplaincy Dates 2025*
Day One - Wednesday, 5 February 2025
Day Two – Wednesday, 2 April 2025
Day Three- Wednesday, 7 May 2025
Day Four – Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Day Five – Wednesday, 2 July 2025
Day Six – Wednesday, 6 August 2025
Day Seven – Wednesday, 3 September 2025
Day Eight – Wednesday, 1 October 2025
Please note modules are subject to change. We review our content regularly, making changes where necessary to improve your experience and graduate prospects.
* Subject to change
* Subject to change
Entry requirements
Candidates should have good inter-personal skills, some experience of community work and be competent in English as well as have a basic understanding of theology and religion. Prospective students may be asked to attend an interview. They will be required to demonstrate experience and maturity.
Fees and funding
Tuition fee: £
1500
Zakat grants are available for the full fee through our partner, the National Zakat Foundation.
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How to apply
All prospective students must complete an application form. To gain a place at the Markfield Institute you will need to meet our general entry requirements and the specific entry requirements of your chosen course. Your application will be reviewed by the Admissions Team for your course, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer. Specific entrance requirements for individual courses can be found on individual course pages on this website. After considering your application and documents, MIHE will send the candidate an email about the outcome of his/her application. Successful candidates will be sent an offer letter by email informing them about fees and the level and exact title of the course. Unsuccessful candidates will be informed by email.
The Certificate in Muslim Chaplaincy course runs from February to October each year. All students must complete an application form. If you are unable to complete this form for any reason, please contact chaplaincy@mihe.ac.uk
The Certificate in Muslim Chaplaincy course runs from February to October each year. All students must complete an application form. If you are unable to complete this form for any reason, please contact chaplaincy@mihe.ac.uk
