Theological Studies

The BA (Hons) Theological Studies gives you a broad knowledge and understanding of the main disciplines of Christian theology, and the personal and professional capabilities required for a variety of ministries or general employment.

The degree is led by HTC, a non-denominational college recognised by the Church of Scotland, the Associated Presbyterian Churches, the United Free Church of Scotland and other denominations as a training provider.

You will read a wide range of theology across all main traditions and have access to special collections in HTC's impressive library.

A work placement will enable you to relate your acquired theoretical knowledge to real life situations. Visiting speakers will give you a flavour of the different areas of service that may be of interest for future employment or volunteering, for example: churches, youth work, hospital chaplaincy, army chaplaincy, seminaries and mission agencies in the UK and abroad.

Please see our FAQ sheet on our website for further information on this course.

Please note this course is delivered entirely online and available to study from anywhere in the world. Applicants outwith Scotland including International, should apply to the UHI HTC study location.

Module outline

Year 1 - CertHE

You will study the following core modules:

• Introduction to pastoral and practical theology

• Introduction to systematic theology

• Jesus and the gospels

• Protestant reformation

• The Pentateuch

You will also choose one option module which may include the following:

• Greek grammar 1

• Understanding worship and the sacraments

Year 2 - DipHE

You will choose six optional modules which may include:

• Christian communication in contemporary Scotland

• Christian ministries

• Early church history

• Exploring other faiths

• Greek grammar 2

• Hebrew grammar 1

• Hebrew grammar 2

• Old Testament prophecy

• Pauline theology

• Person and work of Christ

• The study of counselling theories

Year 3 - BA

Subjects may include:

• Christian spirituality

• Counselling in a pastoral setting

• Doctrine of God

• Greek texts

• Hebrew texts

• Hebrews

• Homiletics

• Project (arranged by student)

• Scottish church history

• Wisdom literature

• Work placement

Year 4 - BA (Hons)

You will study the following core modules:

• Dissertation (Theological Studies)

You will also choose from the following optional modules to make up your six total modules for this level, which may include:

• Christian ethics

• Luke-Acts

• Medieval church history

• Research in theology and philosophy (double-credit module)

This outline reflects the modules as currently delivered and is subject to change.

For more information on what you’ll study on your degree, as well as our range of other degree options, please explore our Humanities subject area page on our website.