THEOLOGY

The church needs Christians who have thought through the implications of their faith and can relate it incisively, relevantly and practically to society. The Theology programme is academically rigorous but also addresses the changing cultural and intellectual climate. It is a dynamic and innovative programme that does not neglect key foundational principles of an evangelical faith.

Overview

London School of Theology is the largest Evangelical theological college in Europe with a strong academic reputation.  Its identity is defined by four core values – the Gospel, Bible, Church and World. 

As a Gospel people, we want our lives, thoughts and actions to be shaped by God’s love for us as proclaimed in the Gospel;

As a Bible people, we believe the Bible to be God’s inspired, living, transformative and life-giving word and made known, personally, to humanity in his Son Jesus Christ;

As a Church people, we want to be involved in building churches that are focused on the Gospel and the Bible in their life, worship and mission and fuelled by the power of God’s Spirit; and,

As a World people, we seek to witness to those of other faiths and none, as followers of Christ, as well as stewarding and renewing our environment, society and geopolitical reality in the light of the Gospel.  We want to be part of God’s work in renewing this world.

These core values define who we are, what we aspire to be as an institution and the above-mentioned values are reinforced in our students through the courses we offer.

The Theology programme lies at the centre of all our taught programmes and covers a wide range of subjects.  It is dynamic, innovative and seeks to uphold the key foundational principles of the Evangelical faith.

Why Study Theology at LST?

The BA in Theology at LST is designed for people called with a view to serving churches, missions, schools and society at large.  The programme is academically rigorous and enables you to gain a deeper understanding of Scripture and its relevance to the world around you.  It addresses our changing cultural and intellectual climate and how the Christian faith relates incisively, relevantly and practically to society.

Here at LST you will also have the privilege of studying alongside and interacting with students and staff respectively from different backgrounds and denominations, which enriches the whole study experience.  In addition, you will experience personal spiritual growth partly through the taught programmes and the extracurricular activities organised by the student body.

Overall Structure of the Programme

There are 4 broad areas of study namely, Biblical Studies, Historical and Theological Studies, Missiological Studies and Applied Theology.

Compulsory modules form the heart of the programme and the large majority of Levels 1 and 2 (100 compulsory credits at Level 1 and 90 at Level 2).  At Level 3, students are given greater freedom to specialise, choosing two 20-credit modules from a variety of options on offer in addition to the three compulsory modules, as well as a 40-credit project on a topic of their own choice. 

Each level has a compulsory module that includes practical experience and placements both during and after term-time.

Flexible Study Options

The programme is studied full-time over three (3) years and part-time over six (6) years.  Study is undertaken at three levels and the degree award requires the achievement of 360 credits (120) at each level.

Students can enrol on the Certificate (1 year), Diploma (2 years) or Degree (3 years).  Whether you decide to study for one year or three years, each year of the Theology programme is complete in itself so you will receive an appropriate award for the number of credits achieved.  In addition, should you wish to continue your studies beyond your original one or two years, the programme offers you the flexibility to do so.

Alternatively, the part-time mode of study allows you to continue to work or pursue other commitments while you study.  Choosing this mode of study will require you to study two years at each level.

The following timetable is available for both full-time and part-time study:

Full-time:

Mondays – Fridays

Part-time:

Certificate

Year 1: Mondays and Tuesdays
Year 2: Thursdays and Fridays

Diploma

Year 1: Thursdays and Fridays
Year 2: Mondays and Tuesdays

Degree

Year 1: Any day
Year 2: Any day

Careers in Theology

In addition, the Training Unit offers support and guidance to students as they seek to discover and take their next steps towards leaving school, by coordinating all the career-related information that the school receives, in a variety of church and Christian settings.  The unit also holds a range of helpful resources on careers in its Resource Room, as well as hosting various seminars and training events regarding CV-writing, interview skills, routes into ordained ministry etc.

Overall, the programme provides excellent provision for future progression in a number of inter-related contexts such as preparation for further academic study in theology, biblical studies and related disciplines as well as equipping with skills applicable to local church ministry both within the UK and internationally.

Programme Structure

Cert HE in Theology [Level 1]

1 year full-time

2 years part-time

Read more about Cert HE in Theology [Level 1]

Dip HE in Theology [Level 2]

2 years full-time

4 years part-time

Read more about Dip HE in Theology [Level2]

BA Hons in Theology [Level 3]

3 years full-time

6 years part-time

Read more about BA Hons in Theology [Level 3]

Also available at LST's Centre for Missional Leadership:

Cert HE in Missional Leadership [Level 1]

1 year full time

Read more about Cert HE in Missional Leadership [Level 1]

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