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Higher Certificate in Christian Ministry at Seth Mokitimi Methodist Seminary NPC

Seth Mokitimi Methodist Seminary NPC, South Africa

Programme overview

A 120-credit NQF Level 5 higher certificate promoting basic theological education for church leaders, offered by distance learning with tutorials and course materials sent to registered students.

Duration: 2 years (2025 prospectus)  |  Study mode: distance  |  Intake: Applications for 2027 are open  |  Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Eight courses (15 credits each) across Biblical Studies, Theological Studies, History of Christianity, Practice of Christian Ministry and Mission, and optional Denominational Studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Senior Certificate with endorsement of having met the minimum statutory requirements for admission to higher certificate studies (2025 prospectus).

Study fees are payable per semester: first semester 2027 fees on or before 31 December 2026 and second semester fees on or before 1 July 2027.

Applications for the 2027 Higher Certificate in Christian Ministry close on 30 September 2026; the application fee is R250 (non-refundable, proof of payment required).

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