Bachelor of Theology honours
The Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh (Hons)) programme is a one year post-graduate programme that builds on the Bachelor of Biblical Studies degree to provide students with an advanced readiness for ministry. This qualification is required for ministerial recognition in most denominations including the Baptist Union of Southern Africa.
Study Mode:
- Distance
- Contact
The perfect programme for:
- Those who have completed the Bachelor of Biblical Studies programme or a similar programme at another institution
COURSES WITHIN THE 'BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY HONOURS' PROGRAMME
First Semester
The following courses are offered as part of the Bachelor of Theology Honours programme during the first Semester (Feb-June). If you complete the BTh in one year, all of these courses need to be completed in your first semester of study. If you are completing your BTh over a longer period, you can choose two or three of these courses in your first year, and the rest in the following year.
Compulsory Courses
- Biblical Theology (BBS410)
- Christian Theological Ethics (BST415)
- Specialized Research (BSR410)
- Church Residency 4 (BPM410)
Electives
Students must choose 2 of the following electives
- Biblical Hebrew 3 (BHB415)
- Mission Skills 1 (BMS415)
- Pastoral Care (BPS415)
- Youth Ministry in Age Group Context (BYS415)
- History of African Christianity (BCH415)
Second Semester
The following courses are offered as part of the Bachelor of Biblical Studies during the Second Semester (July-Nov). If you complete the BBib in one year, all of these courses need to be completed in your second semester of study. If you are completing your BBib over a longer period, you can choose two or three of these courses in your first year, and the rest in the following year.
Compulsory Courses
- Biblical Theology (BBS410)
- Contemporary Theologies (BST425)
- Specialized Research (BSR410)
- Church Residency 4 (BPM410)
Electives
Students must choose 2 of the following electives
- Biblical Greek 3 (BGK425)
- Mission Skills 2 (BMS425)
- Church Ministry and Management (BPS425)
- Youth Ministry in Social Context (BYS425)
- African Realities (BAR425)
2025 Contact Study
Bachelor of Theology Honours-
Annual Enrolment Fee - R6500
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Late Registration Penalty - R350
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Annual Technology Fee - R800
Upfront Payment of R7200 to be paid before commencement of study. The balance of your course fees for the semester are to be paid monthly (see example below).
2025 Distance Study
Bachelor of Theology Honours-
Annual Enrolment Fee - R1500
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Late Registration Penalty - R350
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Annual Technology Fee - R800
Upfront Payment of R5000 to be paid before commencement of study. This payment be credited against your registration fee, technology fee, and the balance will be put toward your course fees. The balance of your course fees for the semester are to be paid monthly (see example below)
Entry Requirements
- NQF 7 Theology degree
Programme Details
- NQF Level 8
- 120Minimum Credits
- SAQA #
Further Study Opportunities
Students who complete the Bachelor of Theology Honours (NQF level 8) are able to articulate into the Master of Theology (NQF level 9) programme within the College or other institutions