Bachelor of Theology Honours at Bible Institute of South Africa NPC (The)

Programme overview

The BTh Honours stimulates independent research and critical reflection, culminating in a compulsory mini-dissertation, and prepares students for a master's degree in theology. It is CHE-accredited at NQF level 8 and delivered in a blended model with a two-week contact session followed by remote study.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time (120 credits) | Study mode: blended | Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Course work (80 credits) of compulsory Old Testament, Theology and New Testament modules plus two electives (e.g. Pastoral Counselling and Ministry, Missions), and a research component (40 credits) culminating in a mini-dissertation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A BTh undergraduate degree with a minimum average of 70%.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 37,400 a year (2026). Tuition p/a for 30 credit hours; ministry discount rate R28 050 p/a. Excludes accommodation and other fees. Source

International applicants: ZAR 74,800 a year (2026). Tuition p/a for 30 credit hours at the 'First World Students' rate (ministry discount R56 100); excludes accommodation. Source

2026 academic year: registration day 2 February, Semester 1 begins 9 February 2026 and Semester 2 begins 20 July 2026. CLP: registration 7 February, Semester 1 begins 9 February.

The application fee is R500 and non-refundable (not applicable to CLP). Apply online or by emailing the completed form to [email protected].

Apply through the official page: https://www.bisa.org.za/application-process

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