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Bachelor of Theology

University of South Africa
Pretoria , South Africa
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Medium of studying
Blended
Duration
3 years
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Bachelors
Major
Philosophy | Religious Studies | Theology
Area of study
Social Sciences | Humanities
Education type
Blended
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

University Program Information

The university offers a range of programs, including undergraduate and honors qualifications, master's and doctoral degrees, and short learning programs.


Bachelor of Theology

The Bachelor of Theology qualification consists of 30 modules and is designed to deliver learners who can critically apply focused analysis, knowledge, and skills in the service and leadership of Christian communities, community organizations, and society.


Purpose Statement

The purpose of this qualification is to produce life-long theological learners who are equipped to raise and debate current issues in African and international contexts. The qualification also seeks to enable learners to develop, clarify, and articulate a value system from a Christian perspective.


Rules

  • This qualification consists of 30 modules.
  • Students should note that during the course of their studies, they would be required to have access to a computer or laptop, printer, and the internet.

Who Can Register

  • Applicants (new applicants and Unisa students who applied for admission to a new qualification) may only register if they have received an offer of placement from Unisa and have accepted the offer online.
  • Re-registering students may register for the 2026 academic year once the registration period opens.

How to Choose Your Modules

  • Each Unisa qualification is structured in such a way that you need to pass a certain number of NQF level credits within a certain amount of time in order to graduate.
  • Co-requisite: Module A is a co-requisite for Module B. You want to register for Module B, but have not yet passed Module A. You must then register for both Modules A and B simultaneously.
  • Pre-requisite: If Module A is a pre-requisite for Module B, you must pass Module A before you may register for Module B.

Curriculum for This Qualification

The curriculum for the Bachelor of Theology qualification includes the following modules:


  • Group A: Compulsory modules
    • AFL1501 - Language Through an African Lens
    • BTH1501 - Invitation to Theology
    • MNY1501 - The Dynamics of Mission
    • MNY1502 - First Steps in Practical Theology
    • SCR1501 - Christian Origins and Early Christian Contexts. Introduction to Early Christian Literature and History
    • SCR1502 - Introduction to Ancient Israelite Literature, Theology, History and Archaeology
    • SCR1503 - The Formation of New Testament Identities: Martyrs, Apologists, and Early Church Fathers
    • THE1501 - Reflection on Faith
    • THE1502 - Introduction to Ethics
    • THE1503 - Africa: Cradle of Christianity
  • Group B: Select two modules from the list below. To continue with the subject Ministry, at least one must be selected from MNY2601, MNY2604, or MNY2605
    • MNY2601 - Working with Children and Young People in Communities
    • MNY2604 - Developing Faith and Youth Work
    • MNY2605 - Women in Society and Church
    • THE2601 - Faith, Jesus and Social Change

Transitional Arrangements/Equivalences

Students will retain credit(s) for the replacement module(s).


  • CGM1501 is equivalent to BTH1501
  • CGM1502 is equivalent to MNY1502
  • CMM1501 is equivalent to THE1502
  • CMM1502 is equivalent to MNY1501
  • ECH1501 is equivalent to SCR1501
  • OTS1501 is equivalent to SCR1502
  • TIC1501 is equivalent to THE1501
  • TIC1502 is equivalent to THE1503

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  • College of Education
  • College of Human Sciences
  • College of Law
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  • College of Graduate Studies

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