Theology, Mission and Practice

About the course

FdA/BTh Theology, Mission and Practice is designed to develop your skills and knowledge for a variety of Christian professions that require a deep understanding of theology and applied practice. This course combines academic rigour with hands on ministry experience, enabling you to integrate theological study with real world impact in church and community settings.

Taught by a diverse team of experienced Christian leaders and scholars, the programme emphasises theology that is practical, applied and transformative. Through reflective study, placements and community engagement, you will grow in confidence and develop the knowledge and skills to pursue vocations in pastoral ministry, chaplaincy, missional leadership, religious education and other roles where theological insight informs professional practice. Theology and Religious Studies at Roehampton is recognised as a top modern university in London, ranked 1st in London in all categories in the National Student Survey 2024, and awarded Silver in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework.

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in biblical studies, Christian theology and mission practice, while gaining professional skills valued across church leadership, chaplaincy, education and community development sectors, including theological reflection, biblical interpretation, historical understanding, pastoral awareness, leadership development and applied ministry skills.

Modules offered can vary each year but may include:

• Exploring the Old Testament

• Exploring the New Testament

• Navigating Global Church History

• Introducing Christian Theology

How you’ll learn

You will learn through:

• Online teaching on Tuesday evenings and in person Saturday study days on campus

• Small group discussions, debates and collaborative projects

• Practical placements and community engagement activities

• Reflective learning connecting theology with ministry practice

• Varied assessments including learning portfolios, oral presentations, written work and engagement based tasks

You will also benefit from a supportive learning community with structured formative feedback, study planning and inclusive teaching designed to fit around existing work, church or ministry commitments.

Future opportunities

Graduates of FdA/BTh Theology, Mission and Practice are prepared for meaningful careers and leadership roles in diverse Christian contexts.

• Congregational leadership

• Youth, children’s and family ministries

• Chaplaincy

• Community development

• Pastoral ministry and cross cultural mission

• Education and training

The BTh pathway includes independent research and a final year project, preparing you for postgraduate study and advanced leadership in ministry and related fields.

Facilities

You will study within a rich and invigorating academic community shaped by historical connections with diverse churches.

• Blended learning facilities supporting online and campus based study

• Small group teaching spaces for discussion and collaborative learning

• Opportunities for placements and community engagement

• Access to library resources supporting biblical and theological research

These facilities support your academic development and help you apply theological knowledge with confidence.

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS