Theology
Entry requirements
A level
GCSE/National 4/National 5
In addition to two A-Levels at grade C or above, applications must also have three different GCSE passes at grade C or above (one GCSE must be English), or equivalent alternatives.
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About this course
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**The BA in Theology is designed for those called to serve churches, missions, schools and the community at large. The programme is academically rigorous and enables you to gain a deeper understanding of Scripture and its relevance to you, to the church and to the world. You can study the Theology modules on-campus or online, or as a ‘blended’ combination.**
The programme addresses our changing cultural and intellectual climate and how the Christian faith relates incisively, relevantly and practically to society. You will also have the privilege of studying alongside and interacting with students and staff from diverse backgrounds and denominations, which enriches the whole study programme. In addition, you will experience personal spiritual growth through the taught programmes, and also through the community and extracurricular activities organised by the student body.
Whether you study on campus in London or remotely online, you will take the same modules, meet the same outcomes, undertake the same assessments, benefit from quality teaching and tutoring provision and graduate with the same degree.
All undergraduate Theology students can study the same programme on campus, online or in any blended combination of the two delivery modes.
**Programme Outline**
In your first year, you will study three complementary strands of theological thinking: Biblical Studies; Christian History, Doctrine and Theology; and Christian Life, Ministry and Mission. In the second year, two-thirds of modules are compulsory and one-third are optional. In the third year, one-quarter of the content is compulsory.
**Time Commitment**
For full-time students it is expected that you will be able to commit around 40 hours per week to your studies. For students studying on campus lectures will take place between 9am – 6pm on Mondays to Fridays. This normally equates to around 12 hours of lectures and 30 hours of personal study time.
For students studying online we also recommend a commitment of 40 hours per week to enable you to complete the necessary work.
For part-time students it is expected that you will be able to commit around 20 hours per week to your studies. For students studying on campus lectures will take place between 9am – 6pm on Mondays & Tuesdays in Year 1 and Thursdays & Fridays in Year 2. For students studying online we also recommend a commitment of 20 hours per week to enable you to complete the necessary work.
Full-time students are expected to complete the BA in 3 years. Part-time students are expected to complete the BA in 6 years.
Modules
Core Modules: Introduction to the New Testament, Introduction to the Old Testament, New Testament Texts, Old Testament Texts, Introduction to Doctrine, Introduction to Theology, God and Creation, Faith in Time, Global Christianity, Key Christian Thinkers, Spiritual Theology 1, Practical Placement 1, New Testament Greek Introduction.
Assessment methods
Because we are seeking a broad range of learning in the programme, assessment takes a variety of forms as appropriate to the topic being studied both for Onsite and Distance Education / Online students: - Essays, which allow a student to develop a line of thought around a set question or topic. - Presentations to a class, which can include written notes of the presentation. - Quizzes and tests, which focus on particular areas of knowledge and understanding and take place in the classroom. - Examinations, which may be ‘unseen’ or ‘seen’ in advance of sitting the paper. These permit a range of material to be assessed, notably in courses which have a strong survey or content focus. These are formally assessed and take place under exam conditions. - Sermon scripts or other teaching material, especially where a module focuses on developing skills in oral communication with others. - Theological reflection on practice, which brings together theory and practice. This can take a journal form or a specific reflection on a particular incident or issue. - Portfolio of written material of a variety of kinds, which enables students to engage with wide-ranging assessments.
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Extra funding
London School of Theology offers a range of annual scholarships to students able to demonstrate financial need, exceptional academic ability/potential, or both. London School of Theology also offers bursaries for students in financial need, but these are only available for students once they have commenced their studies with us.
Our Raising Theologians Awards are available at undergraduate and postgraduate level and across all programmes. They include scholarships covering fees and/or accommodation for one or more years.
To apply for a scholarship with London School of Theology you should already have been accepted for a place to study with us.
To qualify for an undergraduate financial need-based award, you must fulfil the following criteria:
1. Have an annual family income as assessed by Student Finance England at below £35,001
2. Not be in receipt of a tuition fee loan and maintenance loan from Student Finance England
Additional scholarship are targeted at students most in need. LST will pay additional support for £1000 to students who meet the above criteria and one or more of the following:
1. Students who are carers, care leavers or at risk of becoming homeless
2. Mature students aged 21 or over at the start of their undergraduate course
3. Students in receipt of the Parents Learning Allowance, Childcare Grant, Adult Dependents Grant or increased student maintenance loan from the UK Government as part of their student support package
4. Students in receipt of Disabled Students’ Allowance, Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
Limited other scholarships may be available. Speak to your admissions officer, or visit our website lst.ac.uk/scholarships to find out more.
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