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• Certificate in Theology (CertHE)

• Number of modules 6 Course potential Students who complete the Certificate in Theology can complete a 2nd and/or 3rd year of study to progress to the Diploma or BA in Theology.

  This one year course in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. In order to facilitate this, the course includes a range of learning experiences including ministry placements and work based learning.

• Diploma in Theology (DipHE)

• Number of modules 12 Course potential Students who complete the Diploma in Theology can complete an additional year of study to progress towards the BA in Theology.

  This two year course in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. In order to facilitate this, the course includes a range of learning experiences including ministry placements and work based learning.

• Three Month Certificate

• Number of modules 3 Course potential The course can be completed in September or February.

  This is a one semester course of study, leading to an internal award from Belfast Bible College. It is suitable for those preparing for overseas service, or who can only study for a short period of time and can be commenced in September or February.

• BA (Hons) in Theology

• Number of modules 18 Course potential Students who complete the BA in Theology could progress to Postgraduate studies in Theology at a later stage.

  This three year course in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. In order to facilitate this, the course includes a range of learning experiences including ministry placements and work based learning.

• Bachelor of Divinity (BD)

• Number of modules 18

  The BD programme is a three year full-time course designed to allow you to think deeply about biblical truths that will shape your future life and ministry.

• Bachelor of Theology (BTh)

• Number of modules 18

  The BTh programme is a three year full-time course designed to allow you to think deeply about biblical truths that will shape your future life and ministry.

• Doctor of Philosophy (PHd)

• Number of modules 1

  This pathway is designed for those who place a high value on original research and it is open to candidates with a Masters in theological subjects (awarded at 60 or above) or a primary degree in theology (awarded at a high 2.1 and above) or equivalent from a recognised university or college.

• Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

• Number of modules 1

  This pathway is designed for those who place a high value on original research and it is open to candidates with a Masters in theological subjects (awarded at 60 or above) or a primary degree in theology (awarded at a high 2.1 and above) or equivalent from a recognised university or college.

• Master of Theology (MTh)

• Number of modules 4

  This programme is designed for those who place a high value on research and is open to candidates with a primary degree (2.1 and above) in theology. For those with a degree in another subject, the Institute of Theology require the successful completion of a Graduate Diploma in Theology comprising one year of full-time study. For the MTh award, students complete four modules and a Dissertation of 20,000 words. The MTh can be completed in one year on a full-time basis, or two years on a part-time basis.