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Doctor of Philosophy in Theology at South African Theological Seminary NPC

South African Theological Seminary NPC, South Africa

Programme overview

A fully accredited online programme designed to raise up scholar-leaders in various fields of Christian ministry through theological research. It is 360 credits at NQF level 10.

Duration: Minimum 2 years; average 3-6 years; maximum 7 years  |  Study mode: distance  |  Location: Bryanston, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Five phases: orientation and research concept courses, research proposal, research and thesis, then examination and an article based on the thesis.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Above-average grade in an accredited Master's in a theological field with a substantial research project, or a Master's in another field plus an accredited Bachelor Honours in Theology.

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.

The academic year runs 1 February to 31 January in four terms: Term 1 (1 Feb-30 Apr), Term 2 (1 May-31 Jul), Term 3 (1 Aug-31 Oct), Term 4 (1 Nov-31 Jan).

Bachelor of Theology Honours courses are presented in semesters starting on 1 February and 1 August.

Apply through the official page: https://sats.nexsisportal.com/student_apply_phd

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