Master of Theology at George Whitefield College NPC

Programme overview

The Master of Theology (NQF Level 9, SAQA ID 101609) allows specialisation in a chosen area of theology, via a coursework-based (Structured) or full dissertation (Research) pathway, offered on campus and online (hyflex).

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What you will study

Structured (coursework) or Research (dissertation) pathway building on the BTh Hons, developing analysis of Christian sources, critical application of theology and ethics, and research reporting.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The programme can open doors to new ministry or career opportunities and prepare the way for PhD studies for teaching or writing ministries.

ZAR 60,300 a year (2027). Estimated tuition fee total per year for full-time study (structured and research) at R670 per credit, average 90 credits per year; final billing depends on the actual credit load. Excludes application fee, acceptance deposit 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 Master of Theology mid-year enrolment (2026) closed on 4 May 2026.

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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