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Programmes in Theology and Pastoral Studies

Teaching in the College's BA and MA programmes in Theology and Pastoral Studies seeks to combine a lively awareness of the needs of the world with a rigorous theological foundation and with the integration of learning, living and praying that derives from the monastic inspiration.

While many of our students are preparing for ordination, we welcome applications from the increasing number of non-ordinands who find our courses suitable for their personal and/or professional education. The Academic Registrar is happy to help with informal enquiries about the programmes.

Programmes

The Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Theology & Pastoral Studies

A two-year, full-time programme. Ordination candidates aged 30 or over who do not have a theology degree, and are not qualified to read for a University of Leeds degree, normally enrol for the Diploma, which covers study at Levels 1 and 2 of the BA (Honours) programme.

See the University of Leeds Catalogue for individual modules.

BA (Honours) in Theology & Pastoral Studies

Normally three years full-time, but candidates who have a good honours degree in a subject other than Theology, and the equivalent of Level 1 in theological study, may be admitted to the degree at Level 2 and so complete the course in two years.

See the University of Leeds Catalogue for individual modules.

Postgraduate Diploma in Theology & Pastoral Studies

Eight months full-time. Candidates who do not satisfy the entry requirements for the MA (for example, anyone who has a good Honours degree in a subject other than Theology, but not the necessary level of theological study) may enrol for the Diploma, and, subject to satisfactory performance in the first two modules, may transfer to the MA.

See the University of Leeds Catalogue for individual modules.

MA in Theology & Pastoral Studies

One year full-time or two years part-time. This is available for ordination candidates and others who have a 2.1 or above in a first degree (BA or equivalent) in Theology/Religious Studies. Humanities, social science or other subjects are considered, where the applicant can show evidence of relevant experience, background or private study in Theology.

See the University of Leeds Catalogue for individual modules.

Research degrees: MA by Research, MPhil, PhD

Candidates may apply via the College for a research degree of the University of Leeds, provided that appropriate supervision can be arranged either at the College or in the Department of Theology and Religious Studies at the University.