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Higher Certificate in Theology at Baptist Theological College of Southern Africa (The) NPC

Baptist Theological College of Southern Africa (The) NPC, South Africa

Programme overview

The Higher Certificate in Theology (HCTh) provides a solid biblical and theological foundation for lay ministry within the local church, with insights relevant to Southern Africa. The modular programme is online with video lectures, may be started at any time and completed at your own pace (NQF Level 5, 120 credits, SAQA 100719).

Study mode: distance  |  Intake: Start anytime  |  Location: Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Ten courses including Bible Overview, Christian Doctrine, Christian Leadership, World Mission, Youth Ministry, Gospel Communication and South African Church History.

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Senior Certificate or equivalent; Recognition of Prior Learning/Experience route for applicants aged 26 or older.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Higher Certificate and Master's applicants may begin at flexible times; Bachelor and Honours enrolments follow semester dates. The Higher Certificate in Theology may be started at any time and completed at your own pace.

Admissions for 2027 are open. The application fee for new students is R320 (excludes Master of Theology students, who pay an eligibility assessment fee of R580). Applications are made on the BTC Nexsis portal.

Apply through the official page: https://btc.nexsisportal.com

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