BTh Theology (Online) at University of Aberdeen

Programme overview

A fully online, distance-learning Theology degree taught by subject specialists in the School of Divinity, History, Philosophy & Art History. Students can study part-time or full-time and may qualify with a degree, diploma or certificate. The programme includes the eight Church of Scotland-accredited courses needed to train as a Reader or Ordained Local Minister.

Faculty: School of Divinity, History, Philosophy & Art History | Duration: Part-time or full-time flexible study; Bachelor of Theology (Honours) is 480 credits, Bachelor of Theology 360 credits | Intake: September and January | Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students can work towards a Bachelor of Theology (Honours) (480 credits), Bachelor of Theology (360 credits), Undergraduate Diploma (240 credits) or Undergraduate Certificate (120 credits). Courses rotate on a two-year cycle and the Church of Scotland certificate covers Old Testament, New Testament, Systematic Theology, Practical Theology, Sacramental Theology, Mission, Worship and Scottish Church History. Teaching is through recorded lectures, live online seminars (18:00-21:00 GMT) and discussion boards, assessed online by coursework, presentations, practical assessments and examinations.

Career pathways

Graduates work in the churches, media and journalism, teaching, public service and administration, the NGO sector, business, government and publishing, and many continue to postgraduate study and research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

BTh, UgDip and UgCert. Scottish Highers: standard AABB, minimum BBB, adjusted BB (widening participation criteria apply; good performance in additional Highers or Advanced Highers may be required). A-levels: standard BBB, minimum BBC, adjusted CCC. International Baccalaureate: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at Higher Level. Irish Leaving Certificate: 5H, with 3 at H2 and 2 at H3. Other relevant qualifications and professional experience with supportive references are also considered. English language for applicants whose first language is not English (undergraduate standard): IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 5.5 in listening, reading and speaking and 6.0 in writing; TOEFL iBT 78 overall with 17 listening, 18 reading, 20 speaking, 21 writing; PTE Academic 59 overall and in each component; Cambridge English 169 overall (162 listening, reading, speaking; 169 writing); LanguageCert Academic 65 overall (60 in listening, reading, speaking; 65 writing). No student visa is needed for online study. Application deadline for January 2027 intake: 7 December 2026; September 2027 deadlines to be announced.

Intake: September and January

Duration: Part-time or full-time flexible study; Bachelor of Theology (Honours) is 480 credits, Bachelor of Th

Apply through the official page: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/ucas-application-process/

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