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• Certificate in Theology (CertHE)

• Number of modules 6 Course potential Students who complete the Certificate in Theology can, at the university’s discretion, complete a 2nd year of study to progress to the Diploma in Theology, but the course also provides the foundational skills needed for entry into various ministry opportunities.

  This one year foundational course in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course is designed to allow you to begin to develop the basic knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. The course includes a range of learning experiences including a weekly ministry placement.

• Diploma in Theology (DipHE)

• Number of modules 12 Course potential Students who complete the Diploma in Theology can, at the university’s discretion, complete an additional year of study to progress towards the BA in Theology, but are also prepared for entry into a range of ministry opportunities.

  This two year course in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course is designed to allow students to further 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 a weekly ministry placement, a four week block placement, and other work based learning opportunities.

• BA (Hons) in Theology

• Number of modules 18 Course potential Students who complete the BA in Theology could progress to Postgraduate studies in Theology, but as university graduates, are also well placed to enter a wide range of jobs and ministry opportunities.

  This three year honours degree in Theology is offered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The course has a strong ministry focus, and is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. The course includes a wide range of learning experiences including weekly ministry placements and international placement opportunities, as well as the opportunity to undertake independent research in an area of interest.

• Bachelor of Divinity (BD)

• Number of modules 18 Course potential Students who are awarded a 2:1 degree and wish to pursue further study, can progress to the Masters in Theology course also offered by QUB, but BD graduates are also well placed to enter a range of vocations and ministry opportunities.

  The BD programme is an honours degree, awarded by Queen’s University, Belfast. The course is designed to help you develop critical thinking and to allow you to think deeply about biblical truths that will shape your future life and ministry. It may be of particular interest to those who have a desire to go on to formal ministry training within a particular denomination, or those who have a strong interest in biblical languages. Students on the BD pathway must study Greek and Hebrew as a compulsory element of the course.

• Bachelor of Theology (BTh)

• Number of modules 18 Course potential Students who obtain are awarded a 2:1 degree or above can go straight on to the Masters in Theology course also offered by QUB, but graduates are also well placed to enter a range of vocations.

  The BTh programme is an honours degree, awarded by Queen’s University, Belfast. The course is designed to help you develop critical thinking and to allow you to think deeply about biblical truths that will shape your future life and ministry. The BTh offers students a greater degree of flexibility in module choice, while also providing an excellent foundation for a range of vocations, including teaching, youth work, social work and church work.

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

• Number of modules 1 Course potential The PhD leaves students well qualified to pursue involvement in theological education or engage in tertiary level teaching.

  The PhD is a highly regarded research degree awarded by Queen’s University, Belfast which can be taken over three years full–time or four to six years part–time. Students are expected to have a 2.1 honours degree in Theology, from a recognised university, as well as a Master’s degree in Theology. For further information on the programme, please click here.   Before applying for this programme, interested individuals should contact us to discuss their research interests. A meeting would then be set up with a prospective supervisor. Supervision is normally available in all the main theological disciplines.

• Graduate Diploma in Theology (GDip)

• Number of modules 6 Course potential The Graduate Diploma allows students to work towards a high level qualification, from a well recognised university, leaving them well placed to pursue further postgraduate study, or enter into a range of ministry situations.

  The Graduate Diploma in Theology (GDip) awarded by Queen’s University is a foundational postgraduate qualification in Theology, open to applicants who already hold an honours degree from a recognised university, at 2.1 level, in a subject other than Theology. It is ideally suited to graduates who desire to develop a foundational understanding in Theology, at a postgraduate level. The Graduate Diploma can also be completed on a part–time basis over two years. Please contact us for further information about the programme, and the specific modules which are available in the forthcoming academic year.

• Masters in Theology (MTh)

• Number of modules 4 Course potential The MTh allows students to work towards a high level qualification, from a well recognised university, leaving them well placed to pursue further study, or enter into a range of ministry situations.

  This one year postgraduate qualification is awarded by Queen’s University, Belfast and is ideally suited to those who place a high value on research and independent study. It is open to those who have a primary degree (2.1 and above) in theology, from a recognised university. 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. The MTh can also be completed on a part–time basis.   Please click here for further information on the programme.

• Postgraduate Diploma in Theological Studies (BBC Award)

• Number of modules 6 Course potential While the course is not externally validated, it is widely recognised by churches, mission organisations and parachurch agencies.

  The Postgraduate Diploma in Theological Studies is an internal award of BBC, open to those who have a 2.2 degree in any subject, and who wish to pursue a postgraduate qualification. This course is ideally suited to those who are looking for greater flexibility of study, and who wish to pursue more independent learning than is available at undergraduate level. It may be of particular interest to those currently engaged in, or preparing for overseas ministry who wish to focus their studies on a particular aspect of mission or ministry. Please click here for further details on the programme.

• Three Month Certificate (BBC Award)

• Number of modules 3 Course potential While the course is not externally validated, it is widely recognised by churches, mission organisations and parachurch agencies.

  This is a one semester course of study, leading to an internal award from Belfast Bible College. It offers students the flexibility to select three modules from a range of biblical, theological and practical subjects on offer. It is ideally suited to those preparing for overseas service, or for those who only have a short amount of time to commit to study. The course can be taken in September or February.