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WELCOME
WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE?
Informed
10 WHERE DOES THEOLOGY LEAD?
We have a number of Open Days for you to
14 OUR CAMPUS
find out what it is like to study at the School.
16 FACULTY These may be onsite or online. Check out our
18 OUR COMMUNITY website or social media to find when they’re
22 THE FUTURE coming up.
24 BA (HONS)
34 PATHWAYS & OPTIONS Or if you want to come along for a visit at
36 PLACEMENT another time, we can arrange for you to have
38 ACCOMODATION an individual tour and a chat with our Admis-
40 GRAD CERT sions staff.
42 GRAD DIP
44 E-LEARNING - MA
46 FINANCING & FEES
47 APPLY From the point of application to receiving
an offer is normally about 3-4 weeks.

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 Hello...
Why
Theology?
Our School is here to help you achieve your promise as a person and
unlock your potential as a servant of Jesus. As a faith-based School,
our goal is to serve the Church locally and globally – a great task!
Serving you will be our privilege. The School started in 1943 and has a
wonderful legacy of students who have gone on to do amazing things,
some of which you will see in this prospectus. “I have been fortunate to have experience
of life and work in a variety of contexts.

Principal’s
Our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and courses are Each of these has thrown up different
validated by the University of Cumbria but our excellence in education

Welcome
challenges, questions and issues that
and zest for campus life are definitely ‘Made in Belfast’. had to be addressed. It seems to me that
dealing with these issues as a Christian
As a student, you will not only engage in cutting edge local projects,
is in fact to do theology. So, the question
the School also aspires to provide overseas mission and cultural
REV James Burnett is not whether or not we do theology,
experiences for its students.
The Principal but whether or not we do it well.”
The word ‘prospectus’ originates in Latin meaning ‘to look forward’.
As you look forward and consider your options for September, we
DR PETER MCDOWELL
definitely hope God will guide you here.

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 What Makes
Us Unique?
SPIRITUAL FORMATION
AND FAITH COMMUNITY

There are only a few places in the UK where you can study in a context like
Belfast School of Theology where worship, prayer, fellowship, routines of faith
and spirituality are built into our daily and weekly routines.

COMBINATION OF QUALITY ACADEMIC

TEACHING AND PRACTICAL TRAINING

Practical training and placements are part of the course, alongside learning
CROSS-CULTURAL AND CROSS-DENOMINATIONAL
from serving as part of a community of faith. We also have an excellent
We have students from many different Christian denominations and from different cultures around the world. This means that you are
lecturing team who will develop your knowledge and stimulate your thinking.
learning with those who have different theological & world views to your own. Theology is best studied in an environment where you can
learn to challenge what each other think in a constructive and respectful way and where students can build up one another’s faith.

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 Alumni Story
Leah
My name is Leah Houston, I am 22 and I have
just graduated from Belfast School of Theology
(formerly Belfast Bible College) last year. I just
wanted to let you know a bit about what I’m
doing now and the opportunities you can have
AFFECTIVE - HEART COGNITIVE - HEAD BEHAVIOUR - HANDS from studying at Belfast School of Theology.

I am currently working in the Houses of Parliament. I

Are self-aware and teachable, knowing our Think critically about the significance of Continually improve their practice by
am placed for two Lords in the Houses of Parliament
personal strengths and weaknesses, values context and are able to analyse society and integrating their experience with theory.
Monday to Thursday working on things like research,
and beliefs. culture.
policy briefings, attending meetings, and meet new and
Act ethically, demonstrating wisdom and
interesting people every day like Theresa May.
Are committed to personal growth and Develop solutions and appropriate integrity.
development through accountable responses to contemporary issues.
I just want to encourage anyone interested in applying
relationships and seeking spiritual growth. Relate to others positively demonstrating
to BST today - God has a plan and some incredible
Appreciate the complexities of theological compassion, gentleness and respect to
opportunities that may open up after studying.
Have confidence in their faith and what thinking, interpret Scripture in a responsible people from different cultures, ethnicities
they believe. way and have a good understanding of and traditions.
Christian Theology.
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 Theology
Where Church Workplace Creative Faith Mission
Does Pastor / Ministry Worker Social Worker Journalist Disciple Church Planter

Theology Kids & Youth Worker National & Local PR + Advertising Executive
Sales + Marketing Executive
Servant International Development Worker

Lead?
Worship Leader Government Worker Theological Thinker Evangelist
Chaplain Teacher in Schools Author Carrier of Good News Community Development Worker
Pastoral Care Worker Justice Seeker Charity Worker

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 I graduated from Belfast School of Theology (formerly Belfast Bible college)
in June 2016 having completed 3 years of the Queens University Theology
Degree (BTh). I then went on to complete a PGCE at Queens University in
Religious Education and Citizenship.

After completing all of my studies, I began teaching in one of my local sec-

ondary schools, doing a mixture of Religious Education and general substitute
teaching. During these years, I also enjoyed serving in my local church in
Portadown as well being involved in the wider Elim Church Movement.
Alongside their studies,
In 2020, my husband (also a BBC graduate… and no we did not meet there, students are offered an
lol) and I moved to Dublin with the intention of planting a church. We moved experience of living and
just in time to be locked up in our ridiculously priced house, social distancing
serving in community, which
from the rest of humanity… so not much was to show for the church plant!! We
created some online church content & picked up jobs in health care to make gives the opportunity to
ends meet. develop their gifts, grow
in their faith, deepen their
Emerging from lockdown in 2021, we began working for [Link] City Church
in Dublin as Youth and Young adult Pastors. We are still leading the young
relationship with God and
adults, preaching & leading worship at this location while also planting another allow Him to shape their
St. Marks Church in North County Dublin called SMCNorth. I still get to do character.
some substitute teaching in one of the local secondary schools alongside
raising our two little girls.

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 Our
Campus
Worship The Our Mustard Glenburn Student
Centre Library Classrooms Seed Cafe House Accomodation
The hub of our community, where With an extensive collection of Our three large lecture rooms and The place to go for good Undergoing refurbishment, We encourage students to consider living
we join together for worship and theological books, this is a top several smaller seminar rooms food and to spend time in Glenburn House will include on site for at least their first year, giving an
prayer. quality resource for study. (or classrooms) are where we community. a state of the art lecture hall, opportunity to learn and share their faith
inspire you to think, learn and cafe and lounge. whilst living in community
communicate.

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 Rev James Dr Bob Dr Peter Dr William Associate
Burnett Keay McDowell Ford Lecturers
James is an experienced leader, Bob’s career spans academia and Peter spent almost six years working William joined BST in 2009, and has Joe Bloggs
having served congregations in pastoral ministry. Since August 2023, with the United Mission to Nepal, first as taught Old Testament and wider biblical
Ireland and planted churches among he has been the Academic Director an engineer then as co-ordinator of the subjects ever since. He is also the
unreached peoples in Africa; he has at Spurgeon’s College. With a PhD Language and Orientation Programme Programme Leader for the undergraduate
worked as a youth worker, overseas in New Testament from the University for new expatriate missionaries. As a programme.
missionary, minister and part-time of St Andrews and a ThM in Biblical Presbyterian minister he has served
lecturer. James is passionate about Theology from Gordon Conwell congregations in Limerick and Belfast. He is originally from England, and studied
the School’s role in serving the Theological Seminary, Bob has taught Peter has also experience as a Good theology and Old Testament in Durham
Church. at various institutions and served as a Relations Officer working for the Irish and Oxford. He also spent six years in
pastor in churches in New Hampshire Churches Peace Project and in the London, firstly serving with the London City
His background in Economics and Connecticut. He is ordained in the Presbyterian Church’s Mission Mission and then working as a chartered
and Politics contribute to his role Evangelical Association of Reformed Department. accountant. Prior to joining BST he taught
as CEO. James’ love for Theology and Congregational Christian Churches. at All Nations Christian College.
and Philosophy blossomed while He is interested in the relationship
studying at Oxford and Cambridge His academic interests include early between Gospel and culture and in He is particularly interested in how we
and, combined with his personal Christianity’s social world, apocalyptic appropriate forms of spirituality for the understand theologically difficult biblical
experiences of God in revival, it is thought, Pauline rhetoric, and the post- Christendom context. passages, especially those that seem to
no surprise to discover his research science-faith history. Originally from portray God in negative ways.
interests lie in the epistemology and Plymouth, Massachusetts, Bob is
understanding of the married to Jill from Bangor, Northern
Holy Spirit. Ireland.
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 Join Our
Worship Services Service

Community This weekly rhythm is a vital part of our School life. We believe it is
important to acknowledge, as a community, our dependence on
God and our need for Him, so once a week we meet to worship
We believe that our love for God is demonstrated in our love
for one another, so there are various ways we can serve each
other. This could be contributing in a chapel service, helping
God together and to hear from Him. out around the campus or creating time and space to support
While you are here, we others at BST. We also have opportunities to serve beyond
also seek to provide the campus through placements and voluntary links to the
Special Events community.
intentional space for
your support and We also believe in the principle of pausing in the midst of our
spiritual development. normal activities in order to listen to God or come together to mark
a significant season. So, throughout the year we will facilitate special
events, whether they are retreats or celebrations, that allow our souls
We know your peers will to be fed and restored and our community space to rejoice.
informally provide this, but
we also offer some formal
support, organised by staff House Of Prayer
and students.
At several points of the week, there are opportunities to come
together to pray. We have created a prayer-walk around the campus
for the refreshment of students and staff. The student body also
facilitate prayer weeks through the year where we focus on the
school, the Church, society and world events.
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 Pastoral Alumni Story
Care Mitch (Crown Jesus Ministries)
It was September 1995 that I stepped into Belfast School of
Theology (formerly Belfast Bible College) for the first time. I was only
a Christian a few years and my Pastor Rev Ken McBride suggest to
Through Pastoral Care, we seek to provide me and Pip Kerr that this School would give us a solid footing in the
a safe place for students. Bible and a robust application in life.

He was right. The first 6 months was a shock to my system with

In addition to the Pastoral benefits of our Chapel services
provoking questions such as “Did Matthew really write Matthew?
and Fellowship groups, Pastoral Care offers an opportunity
What evidence is there for this?” And “Was Paul right when he
for individual students to be listened to, to safely process their
said…… and does that mean it is right to think the same today?” I
experiences, and to explore ways of moving forward. The way
soon learned it wasn’t the Bible the lecturers were questioning. It
forward may include one-to-one sessions with Pastoral Care
was me and why I believe it to be true. Those formative three years
staff, or being introduced to an external counselling service.
of part-time studies set me up for full time ministry and further
We seek to provide Pastoral Care in a safe, professional
studies that led to a Masters in Theology.
manner.
Some thirty year on, I would give the same advice my pastor gave
me all those years ago: ‘This School provides a solid footing in the
Bible and a robust application in life.’

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 The new App and Website A new development and business plan
For September 2024, the School will have a new website. It will also launch a new App. Working with architects and commercial partners,
Information about courses, degrees and the catalyst programme will be navigable through
the App. The App will also have a ‘bookings and payments’ section which users can review
BST has a comprehensive redevelopment plan. It
and amend in the ‘My BST’ membership section. The School hopes this feature will make includes a new e-learning suite, cafe areas and a
bookings a lot more efficient. repurposed Glenburn House.
The development and business plan will facilitate funding
[Link]
opportunities; however, the School would greatly appreciate
the support of a broad group of supporters and partners in this
kingdom ministry. The School has always been thankful to God for
the financial resources provided by local churches and individual
Christians.

For more info - view our brochure site:

[Link]

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 How can we move beyond debate to bring 1 . BIBLICAL STUDIES
In our rapidly changing world,
a dynamic and transformative demonstration
we are continually presented of the gospell so that it transforms the Understanding how to read and interpret the Bible is a key feature of this
with opportunities to interact people around you? course. We want you to develop a high level of Biblical literacy and a depth

with a diverse range of people. of knowledge about how to connect the teachings of the Bible to the people
The opportunities for serving Jesus in this with whom you will live and serve. Looking at the Biblical text in its original

Each day we have to engage with century are continually developing and context gives an awareness of how the message of the text would have been

political opinion, social debate, ethical changing. We want to equip you with the understood by the first hearers and how culture and translation can impact

conundrums and cultural diversity. These ability to encounter new situations with your understanding of the Biblical text.

can be local or global, physical or virtual, knowledge, maturity and Christian character.
simple or complex and you have the 2 . SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY

choice as to how you respond and bring We want to help you develop as a critical
the reality of God into the world. thinker who can communicate clearly, The language and terminology we use to describe the Christian faith has been
a practitioner with the ability to engage developed over the last two thousand years. These terms, such as, Christology,

In the twenty-first century, we increasingly meaningfully, a disciple committed to trinitarian, eschatology, sacrament and many more are used regularly by the

have to interact with people who hold following Jesus. Church but are packed with meaning and depth that are important for those

diverse worldviews and principles. The in Christian ministry and leadership to understand. You will be encouraged

challenge is in understanding views to consider a range of views on different issues, including those different

different from our own and how to from your own, to gain an understanding of different viewpoints and a better

communicate the truth of Scripture understanding of your own views. The interdenominational and international

in a way that is understandable and nature of the School provides a context for some interesting discussions and

meaningful to each listener/audience. debates.

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 3. Developing Practice 4 . Historical Studies

We will seek to equip you to be a disciple, confident in faith, reflective in practice, informed and The Church today stands on the foundation of those who have gone before, people and events that have spread the
passionate in theological thinking, active in serving your local community. Church into the worldwide phenomenon it is. Starting from the years after the early Church of the New Testament to the
present day you will look at the successes and failures of (the decisions that have been made by) those who have gone
YR1 - Discipleship and Service: before us.

Students have the opportunity to serve regularly in a weekly placement, raising awareness of social 5 . Mission Studies
issues and theological questions; the focus is on reflective practice, personal development, spiritual
formation and discipleship. Sharing the Good News of Jesus is a central purpose/vision within Scripture. We want you to be able to understand how to
speak into a range of cultures and contexts, whether local or global. You will have the opportunity to study other religions,
YR2 - Mission and Ministry: understanding what others believe and the reasons behind their worldview.

Through placements, students are encouraged to embrace challenge, develop relationships of 6 . Practical Studies
accountability, aim for outstanding team skills, and grow in clear awareness of personal skills and
abilities. Throughout the degree, you will learn key skills, such as communication and critical thinking, which will allow you to be
confident in working in any area. But we also allow students to focus on particular areas which are of interest to them and
YR3 - Vocation and Connection: their future calling. In the final year of the degree you get to choose from a range of practical subject areas that allow you
to learn key skills and understanding in a particular area.
A 4-week ‘Block Placement’ leads into an opportunity to consider and evaluate a student’s vocational
identity, know personal skill sets, and focus on next steps after graduation. Emphasis is placed on
learning to lead with integrity, pursuing lifelong learning, growing in resilience and spiritual formation,
and seeking personal and professional development in the context of future ministry and employment.

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 7 . Engaging The World Core Modules

Alongside the traditional framework of our theology degree, we

In Engaging the World, you will grapple with the interconnectedness of the Bible and theology; with issues,
have developed a new core set of modules
such as, culture, economics, politics, worldviews and ethical issues.

Engaging the World and Developing Practice - which give our

YR1 - The Bible and Mission:
students a unique advantage as we seek to equip them as 21st
century disciples.
You will develop a Biblical understanding of mission based on God’s engagement with the world from
Genesis to Revelation, centred on the work of Christ. You will then explore how this should inform your
engagement in the world in mission.

YR2 - Cultures Then and Now:

Focuses on the important relationship between the Gospel and culture. You will explore how the Gospel can
be communicated in ways that are relevant to different cultures, but also how the Gospel challenges aspects
of all cultures including your own.

YR3 - Trends & Movements:

This module provides a detailed examination of various trends and movements, both globally and in
western culture, such as neoliberalism, postmodernism, and secularism. It provides models and methods for
formulating Biblically based Christian responses to these trends and movements as part of the contemporary
context.

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 Module
YEAR 2 YEAR 3

Choices
Level 5 – Development Level 6 - Specialisation

We encourage you to develop your ability to evaluate The final year of the degree is when we really push students past the point
theological issues and then to communicate your ideas and where they just understand Biblical and Christian issues to where they can
arguments in an articulate way. We want you to be able to think critically evaluate them, suggest solutions to complex problems, and then
YEAR 1 more independently and be able to reflect on your Christian communicate solutions in a variety of ways. This year is about developing your
experience and practice in the light of what scholars write. ability to work independently in the workplace and ministry, understanding
Level 4 - Foundations
how to exercise good judgement, how to be accountable and how to think
Core Modules analytically about everything you do.
This is about learning how to study theology and acquiring
the skills and knowledge, as well as an understanding of
Engaging the World: Cultures Then and Now Core Modules
the underpinning concepts and principles, which allow you
Developing Practice: Mission and Ministry
to study the Bible in more depth.
Engaging the World: Trends and Movements
Compulsory Developing Practice: Vocation and Connection
Core Modules (all mandatory)
Independent Study or Dissertation
Engaging the World: Bible and Mission
Biblical Interpretation, and Christian Doctrine
Developing Practice: Discipleship and Service
Optional (Not all optional modules will be
Optional (choose 2) offered each year and are subject
Compulsory
Advance Biblical Texts to there being sufficient students
Text to Context World Religions interested in taking them. See website
Old Testament Foundations
New Testament Greek Preaching and Worship for full details of modules.)
New Testament Foundations
Pastoral Care Christian Leadership
Theological Thinking
Church in Practice Ethics
The Church Through the Ages
Not all modules will be offered each year and are subject to there being
sufficient students interested in taking them.
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 How the course is taught Studying
Understand the Biblical and Come away with an understanding of
theological foundations of the richness of Christianity and how it

with us will Christian life and ministry has been influenced by context and
and apply this to your own shaped by the thinking of individuals
This degree programme is taught in a variety of interesting ways: lectures,
group-work, class discussions, seminars, online forums and interactive exercises. allow you spiritual formation and in fa- and churches throughout history.

to:
cilitating the spiritual forma-
tion of others.
Assessment is mainly through writing essays or reflective journals but there may
also be exams, presentations and portfolios. This varied approach helps you to Discover how to study and also to
develop a wide range of skills. Learn how to communicate
reflect on your strengths and weak-
Learn how the Bible impacts nesses.
information, ideas, arguments,
COURSE COMPOSITION:
principles and theories, both people
written and oral. Be equipped with skills for ministry
Around 8–10 hours per week of teaching and 25–30 hours per week of reading, individual study, placement and community
and ongoing personal spiritual devel-
participation.
Learn to take the teaching of opment.
Present your reasoned view while Scripture and apply it to the
KEY FEATURES OF THIS COURSE:
taking on board the views of world today, understanding Grow in Christian character and de-
others. how it shapes and influences
Study part time or full time. velop as a disciple of Jesus.
Placements and practical training are a core element. contemporary issues.
You can move from the HE Cert course to the Degree course. You can also complete the first year of the Degree and graduate with an HE Become a critical thinker, looking
Cert and second year and graduate with a Dip HE. beneath the surface of theological Learn to work as a team mem-
Potential to transfer from another theological college or university. issues. ber.
Prior learning and experience taken into consideration for entry for mature students.
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 Pathways &
This course is delivered in partnership with the University of Cumbria. The
teaching is designed and delivered by BST lecturers while the course is

Options
validated by the University of Cumbria to ensure it is of an appropriately high
standard.

For more info visit: [Link]

STARTS:
ENTRY:
September
Study over 3 years full time / 6 64 UCAS points, typically A2 CC, plus 4 GCSEs at Grade C or higher to include English Language (or
equivalent).
years part time
ENTRANCE / EXIT POINTS:
Our university-validated courses
This programme is flexible, allowing you to complete different parts and still achieve a qualification.
have been Quality Assured by
QAA. Complete year 1 and you can graduate with a Cert HE. Complete years 1 and 2 and you can achieve a
Dip HE. Complete all 3 years and you can receive a BA(Hons) Degree.

If you leave with a Cert HE or Dip HE, you can return at a later date to continue to study towards the
degree.

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 Practical Training
STUDENT’S VIEW
“This summer my placement was with Exodus.
I had the opportunity to lead a team of young people through a small group course, and
eventually away on a mission team for 10 days in the West of Ireland. Over that time, my
leadership skills were bolstered and strengthened as I stepped out of my comfort zone
Practical Placements provide exciting opportunities BLOCK PLACEMENT again and again. We experienced mission on the move! Every day looked different, as
to apply theory in service. All students participate we served the community in practical ways and carried the hope of the gospel message
For the summer at the end of second year,
in both weekly and block placements as part of the students select and plan a block placement –
through evangelism on the local streets. We were shaped by how we witnessed God so
clearly at work through his Spirit.”
undergraduate course. at least four weeks full time – either overseas Student: Harry
or within UK/Ireland. These opportunities are
WEEKLY PLACEMENTS as varied as students’ interests, vision and STUDENT’S VIEW
organisational skills, the School framework “During my placement with Prison Fellowship NI, I saw the power of God at work with
Students can choose from a wide variety of weekly placement opportunities and UK Government travel advice will allow! people we may otherwise forget about or look down on. He wasn’t limited by their prison
with amazing organisations. Work with children, young people, the elderly; work Students spend this more concentrated cells, He broke right in and is transforming lives, an unforgettable experience which I
with churches, charities or organisations with local, global and intercultural period of time working in ministry situations witnessed over and over during my time there. This taught me how He isn’t restricted by
impact. Four semesters working in specific situations allows the development of alongside full time workers. Through this block where we are spiritually or physically either, and it has been a life-shaping experience to be
meaningful relationships and gives valuable experience and significant opportunity placement, you will experience the challenges a part of the work there.”
to learn and develop skills and strengths for ministry and employment. The and possibilities of your chosen areas of Student: Kate
learning from student experiences on placement is developed through class work, helping you discern suitability for a
discussion and assignments in the ‘Developing Practice’ modules. future commitment as you engage in detailed A SUPERVISOR’S VIEW
reflection on an aspect of your choice. “My placement student hit the ground running, engaging pupils in God’s Good News
in both primary and secondary schools, through assemblies, RE lessons and SU groups
across East Antrim. It was a joy to see him grow in his understanding and confidence
of how to engage pupils through the writing and delivering of a program, increasing his
understanding of how to partner with and empower the local church. He was a huge
blessing to East Antrim and Scripture Union!”
Supervisor: Sarah
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 Student
RIVERSIDE HOUSE

Accommodation
Riverside House has 10 comfortable single rooms on each floor. Each room has a bed,
wardrobe and storage space, study desk and chair, a wash hand basin and IT access. Wi-Fi
is also available. One side of the building overlooks the river and woodlands, the other the
ACCOMODATION garden and lawns. Shared facilities of 2 toilets, 2 baths and 2 showers are available on each
floor, and there is a well-equipped ground floor kitchen and a bright, comfy lounge for the
There are some great opportunities as Christians to learn exclusive use of our resident students.
more about ourselves and develop our relationship with
God. Living in Christian community for a season can be a WELLESLEY HOUSE
time of real spiritual growth and personal development.
The ground floor of Wellesley House has 3 individual self-contained flats, ideally suited to 2
Living on campus can be an enriching and exciting time, people sharing, each with a double bedroom/study, a lounge, kitchen/dinette, and bath or
as many different and unique people share their lives and shower room. The upper floor has 2 independent flats, each comprising 5 individual single
experiences. It is an amazing opportunity to come and study/bedrooms, 2 shower rooms and a kitchen.
challenge yourself to put the needs of the community above
your own; to seek to serve others with willingness and joy, Each single study room comprises a bed, wardrobe, shelving, desk and chair, easy seat and a
and to be considerate and sensitive towards others. wash-hand basin/mirror.

We do encourage all our first year students to live on site, All accommodation is fully equipped for self-catering and study. Heating, electricity and
and fully commit to the community to enhance their faith internet are all included in the price.
development, make lasting friendships, and invest in their
studies.

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 Graduate
COURSE INFO/DATES MODULES

Certificate In
September 2024 to May 2025. Twelve week There are 3 modules
semesters. One day a week and a one week intensive Advanced Biblical Texts - Compulsory

Theology in Spring 2025.

COURSE COMPOSITION
Christian Leadership - Compulsory
Either Ethics or Engaging the World III will be offered.

COST & APPLY

“One day a week for 24 weeks and Around 3 hours teaching per week. One week
a 1 week intensive in one academic teaching intensive in January 2025. 3-4 hours needed To find out more information about this
weekly for reading, study and writing assignments. course, along with fees and how to apply,
year. This course is ideal for those please go to:
in the first few years of working in a LEVEL [Link]/GradCert”
church, mission or ministry context.
Also useful for those who want to This is an academic level 6 course - Graduate.
gain a deeper understanding of
ENTRY
theology. Covering three areas of
Bible, Ethics, and Leadership, this A degree from a recognised university at 2:2 level or
course supplies useful knowledge a professional qualification at the same level, also 1
and core theological tools to get year of active engagement in some form of Christian
ministry.
your leadership journey off to a
great start.
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 Graduate
COURSE INFO/DATES MODULES

Diploma In
September 2024 Choose 6 - Modules available may include*:
Study over 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time Preaching & Worship

Theology LEVEL
Leadership
Ethics
Engaging the World
This is an academic level 6 course - Graduate. Independent Research
Full-time in one year or part-time over two years, this Advanced Biblical Texts
course is great for anyone interested in developing a ENTRY Ethics

broader theological understanding, as it requires A degree from a recognised university at 2:2 level or COST & APPLY
daily study over the course of the academic year. This a professional qualification at the same level, also 1
course is aimed to help those who have never studied year of active engagement in some form of Christian To find out more information about this course, along
theology before to develop a theological toolkit to bring ministry.” with fees and how to apply, please go to:
[Link]/graduate-diploma
biblical wisdom and a mature understanding of practical
theological issues. The Grad Dip looks at six theological *(Not all optional modules will be offered each year
areas and you can choose modules tailored to your areas and are subject to there being sufficient students
of interest, as well as the possibility of undertaking a piece interested in taking them. See website for full details of
of independent study. modules)

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 MA in Practical Theology
Launching September 2024
Belfast School of Theology is going to launch a new e-learning
and hybrid model of education in September 2024. This
innovative platform will coincide with a new degree:

Our MA in Practical Theology is an exciting opportunity to join an online

learning community who are focused on exploring the interaction between
theological thinking and ministry/Chrisitan practice. The two-year, part-time fully
online programme covers Practical Theology, Theological Reflection, other areas
of theological thinking and practice including mission, ministry and leadership.
You will be able to select and study the area of ministry or practice which best
suits your needs.

Register Your Interest:

Tel: +44 (0) 28 9030 1551

Email: info@[Link]
[Link]

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 Applying
For all of our undergraduate courses, you Everyone is welcome to apply The form will ask for:
are able to apply for a student loan if you Personal details
to study at the School and our
Details about your education, serving and working
are eligible. It is the same process as for any application process is designed to experience
other UK university. make sure that we will be a good fit Information about you, and how you think studying
for each other. We want everyone theology will benefit you
For students from Northern Ireland, our fees are slightly Names and emails for two referees
higher than the loan from the Student Loans Company,
who comes to study to thrive and
so you will have to pay us directly a small shortfall really benefit from their education. We will take up your references and then when they are
payment. This payment can be spread over the course of STUDENT SUPPORT
received we will invite you to the School for an interview.
the year. Application is via our website:
The School provides support to our students [Link]
After the interview we normally notify you about the
The enrolment fee has to be paid each year before the in several ways: each student has a personal
outcome in a couple of days.
start of the first term. tutor who will help with academic issues; each Click on the course you want to apply for and
student is part of a Connection Huddle where please take some time to discover exactly what
For full details of fees, please see our website. All fees students can support one another, as well as is involved in the course.
may be subject to changes and increases. receive support from their group leader; and if a
student is in need of some pastoral care at any Then on that page, press the ‘Apply’ button.
stage, then this is available from our Pastoral
Care team.
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