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The Theology Programme is the only university-based theology programme in New Zealand and draws on a rich heritage of over 60 years of theological education.

There are a range of papers and qualifications to choose from – you can add a Theology paper to your degree, or take a minor in Theology.

If you want to study towards a Theology qualification, we have several:

  • a Diploma in Theology
  • the Bachelor of Theology
  • the Bachelor of Arts in Theology or
  • the Diploma for Graduates specialising in Theology

Theology papers

Add a theology paper to your degree, there is a broad range of topics to choose from.

Diplomas and bachelor degrees in Theology

There are plenty of Theology qualifications to choose from:

Diploma in Theology

The Diploma in Theology (DipTheol) is an undergraduate qualification, which enables students to undertake a one-year qualification in Theology. It involves seven 18-point Theology papers. The majority of these papers will be at 100-level, but up to three papers may be taken at 200-level. It can be taken full-time or part-time and is also available through Distance Learning.

Diploma in Theology (DipTheol)

Find out about Distance Learning in Theology

Bachelor of Theology

The Bachelor of Theology (BTheol) is a specialist degree that requires three years of full-time (or equivalent in part-time) study, and is also available through Distance Learning.

Regulations for the Bachelor of Theology are available on the University website.

Bachelor of Theology with Honours (BTheol(Hons)

The Bachelor of Theology with Honours (BTheol(Hons)) is an academically demanding degree which requires one year of full-time study after the completion of a BTheol.

Students can apply for entry to the programme after completing a BTheol degree with satisfactory grades.

Regulations for the Bachelor of Theology with Honours are available on the University website.

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Bachelor of Arts with Honours (BA(Hons))

Diploma for Graduates

You can complete a Diploma for Graduates in Biblical Studies, Christian Thought and History, Pastoral Studies.

Minors in Theologypack on path 2

You can complete a minor subject for a Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA), Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc) or Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degrees.

The following subject areas are available for a minor:

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