Loss & Bereavement

Gain a deeper understanding of loss and grief and equip yourself to promote and provide appropriate supports in your community, workplace and professional practice.

• To apply for this programme you must hold a Level 8 degree in a relevant area or equivalent demonstrated through a defined recognition of prior learning (RPL) process. Through RPL you will be required to demonstrate significant professional experience in social/healthcare in a loss/bereavement-related area or as a bereavement support volunteer; completion of CPD and other training relevant to loss and bereavement; evidence of personal insight into loss history.
• An academic transcript will be requested when a place is offered. An academic transcript lists your complete academic history – programmes attended, a breakdown of marks/grades achieved, the degree awarded, your overall grade and conferring date.
• International degrees’ equivalency are to be verified using this service. Please note: Ensure you are applying for the correct stream within the MSc Loss and Bereavement programmes. If you are uncertain, please read the MSc Loss and Bereavement brochure or contact Inés Arriola-O'Flynn at the Irish Hospice Foundation. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) Through recognition of prior learning (RPL) you will be required to demonstrate significant professional experience in social/healthcare in a loss/bereavement-related area or as a bereavement support volunteer; completion of CPD and other training relevant to loss and bereavement; evidence of personal insight into loss history. English language requirement exceptions If you are a prospective student applying for the MSc in Loss and Bereavement for whom English is not your native language you may need to arrange a test to confirm proficiency in English. More details are available at https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/postgraduate/policies-and-guidelines/english-language-requirements