Entry requirementsFull-time applicationsPart-time applicationsDistance learning applications (part-time only)
BA (Hons) in Theology2 A Level Grades 9-4 (A to C) or equivalent

All suitable candidates will be invited for an interview.
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Certificate of Higher Education in Theology3 GCSEs Grades 9-4 (A-C) or equivalent

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Foundation Year in Theology2 GCSEs (at grade 4/C or above) or equivalent are required.

EAL Applicants (i.e., those for whom English is not their first language): IELTS (academic): average score of 6.5; the score for reading and writing bands must be 6.5.

Applicants with suitable life experience may also be considered.
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Spurgeon’s AwardEssay

IELTS 6.5 for non-native speakers

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Graduate Certificate in Theology
a. hold a degree in an academic discipline other than theology.

b. have acquired theological/biblical knowledge and practical skills through personal study or professional experience (e.g., through exercising church leadership, ministry, teaching etc)

c. provide a CV with their application which includes an up to date list of relevant theological books they have read.

d. They will be invited for an interview to demonstrate they have sufficient grounding to begin Level 6 study.
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Graduate Diploma in Theologya. hold a degree in an academic discipline other than theology.

b. have acquired theological/biblical knowledge and practical skills through personal study or professional experience (e.g., through exercising church leadership, ministry, teaching etc)

c. provide a CV with their application which includes an up to date list of relevant theological books they have read.

d. They will be invited for an interview to demonstrate they have sufficient grounding to begin Level 6 study.
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Students are admitted to the courses above on the basis of academic qualifications.

How much does it cost?

You can find a breakdown of current fees by course type here.

A deposit of £300 and registration fee of £450 is payable when accepting an offer.

Visit our funding page for more information on funding your course and special bursaries.

Language requirement:

If your first language is not English we require you to take an IELTS (academic). The score required is an average of 6.5; the score for reading and writing bands must be 6.5.

For more information about an IELTS and to book a test click here.

 

Application Deadline

The deadline for international applications is 31 May, applicants who don’t require a visa to study in the UK can apply until 31 August.