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Diploma in Theology at Union Bible Institute NPC

Union Bible Institute NPC, South Africa

Programme overview

NQF Level 6, 360-credit programme at Union Bible Institute offered full-time (three years) or part-time (five to six years) in English or isiZulu, equipping learners to lead churches and other organisations. Accredited by the Council on Higher Education.

Duration: 3 years full-time / 5-6 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Hilton, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Modules in biblical studies, systematic theology, general studies, fieldwork, practical theology, Christian education, cross-cultural ministry and church history, including compulsory fieldwork and electives.

Career pathways

Prepares learners to lead churches and other organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Senior Certificate with at least 40% in four subjects from the designated list, or an equivalent qualification; up to 10% of places via recognition of prior learning.

ZAR 31,256 a year (2026). Off-campus school fees for the year (on-campus R42,488 includes accommodation, no food). Excludes the one-time non-refundable registration fee of R1,463. Source

2026 college calendar: orientation 22-23 January; Term 1 starts 26 January 2026, Term 2 13 April, Term 3 6 July, Term 4 21 September.

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

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