To obtain the grade of diploma, it is necessary:

1. To have successfully completed one year curriculum of studies foreseen for the diploma course ;
2. To have duly prepared and submitted reviews of at least four books on the theology of consecrated life, totaling a minimum of 800 pages;
3. To have submitted a research paper duly completed on a theme and developed under the direction of a member of the teaching body; or alternatively to have periodically presented a personal summary of each of the subjects taught during the year and finally a synthesis of all the subjects taught.