Bachelor of Theology at George Whitefield College NPC

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Theology (NQF Level 7, SAQA ID 61870) is a classical theological degree preparing students to teach the Word of God and serve in leadership within a Christian church, community or organisation. Contact learning takes place at the Muizenberg campus.

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What you will study

Systematic Theology and Ethics, Church History, Biblical Studies (Old Testament, Hebrew, New Testament and Greek), Mission and Culture, and Practical Ministry.

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Entry requirements

Graduates can take a pastoral leadership role, undertake a regular preaching or teaching role, and train individuals for ministries inside and outside the church.

ZAR 57,600 a year (2027). Estimated tuition fee total per year for full-time study at R450 per credit, average 128 credits per year; final billing depends on the actual credit load. Excludes application fee, acceptance deposit, accommodation and other fees. Source

Study fees for 2027 are due in two semester payments: 28 February 2027 for the first semester and 31 July 2027 for the second semester. The Master of Theology also has a mid-year enrolment.

Final application for South African students for 2027 closes on 19 October 2026; final application for international students closed on 14 September 2026. The final application for the online Higher Certificate in Bible and Ministry closes on 19 October 2026. The application fee is R600 (R450 extra for credit transfer or RPL analysis), and the tuition acceptance deposit of R5 900 is payable by 13 November 2026.

Apply through the official page: https://www.gwc.ac.za/apply

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