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Theology (coursework Plus Mini-thesis)

South African Theological Seminary
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 330 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 330 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree Master
Duration 24 months
Delivery Online
Location Johannesburg, South Africa
Language English, French

Program Overview

The Theology (coursework Plus Mini-thesis) at South African Theological Seminary is a Master programme in Humanities taught in English, French over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Theology (coursework Plus Mini-thesis) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across South Africa and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English, French
  3. Study mode: Online
  4. Tuition: USD 330 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 330 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Theology (coursework Plus Mini-thesis) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Research Orientation
  2. Old Testament Introduction
  3. New Testament Introduction
  4. Biblical Theology
  5. Biblical Hermeneutics
  6. Studies in Practical Theology
  7. Biblical Hermeneutics
  8. Mini-thesis
  9. Research project

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

The minimum admission requirement is a relevant Bachelor Honours Degree. A “professional” Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 96 credits at level 8 or a Postgraduate Diploma may also be recognised as meeting the minimum entry requirement to a cognate Master’s Degree programme.

In all cases, the qualification must have been earned at an accredited institution. In the case of foreign qualifications the institution must be accredited by a recognised accrediting body or by the institution’s national government. Candidates must have achieved an above average grade in their entry-level qualification.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 330 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 330 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 330 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 330 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact South African Theological Seminary directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About South African Theological Seminary

South African Theological Seminary logo

South African Theological Seminary

Johannesburg, South Africa

The South African Theological Seminary provides Biblical, Christocentric distance education and training to Christians on a distance learning basis.

University Profile
  • Language English, French
  • Duration 24 months