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Queen’s University Belfast – Postgraduate Studies

Courses

Graduate Diploma in Theology (GDip)

The Graduate Diploma in Theology (GDip) awarded by Queen’s University is a foundational postgraduate qualification in Theology, open to applicants who already hold an honours degree from a recognised university, at 2.1 level, in a subject other than Theology. It is ideally suited to graduates who desire to develop a foundational understanding in Theology, at a postgraduate level. The Graduate Diploma can also be completed on a part–time basis over two years.

Please contact us for further information about the programme, and the specific modules which are available in the forthcoming academic year.

Masters in Theology (MTh)

This one year postgraduate qualification is awarded by Queen’s University, Belfast and is ideally suited to those who place a high value on research and independent study. It is open to those who have a primary degree (2.1 and above) in theology, from a recognised university. For those with a degree in another subject, the Institute of Theology require the successful completion of a Graduate Diploma in Theology comprising one year of full–time study. The MTh can also be completed on a part–time basis.

 

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

The PhD is a highly regarded research degree awarded by Queen’s University, Belfast which can be taken over three years full–time or four to six years part–time. Students are expected to have a 2.1 honours degree in Theology, from a recognised university, as well as a Master’s degree in Theology.

For further information on the programme, please click here.

 

Before applying for this programme, interested individuals should contact us to discuss their research interests. A meeting would then be set up with a prospective supervisor. Supervision is normally available in all the main theological disciplines.

Belfast Bible College is a constituent college of Queen’s University, Belfast (QUB) which is a Russell Group university and widely regarded as one of the leading centres for the teaching of Theology in the UK. Theology at Queen’s offers students the opportunity to engage with a wide range of theological disciplines, exploring religious belief, the history of the Christian church, pastoral studies and key issues in theological thought.

 

By completing your QUB postgraduate study at BBC, you will not only be studying in a faith community which values academic excellence, but also engaging with a community of staff and students drawn from thirty different countries, and a wide range of Christian denominations. This diversity offers QUB students a distinctive study experience, which places academic learning alongside excellent opportunities for spiritual ministry formation and preparation. As well as a strong international emphasis, BBC also has a well–qualified team of teaching staff, who are supported by a number of Adjunct Faculty with particular expertise.

For postgraduate students, BBC offers a community of learning where both the academic development and the spiritual and ministry formation of each person are highly valued. Whether it is meeting formally (in a variety of teaching contexts) or informally (at community lunches and events), students and supervisors enjoy sharing their often diverse and stimulating academic, vocational and spiritual journeys

 

Belfast Bible College offers a number of Queen’s University postgraduate degrees, including:

In addition to these postgraduate degrees, undergraduate opportunities are also available. For further information please visit the undergraduate section of our website.

Students undertaking any of the Queen’s University Belfast degrees through BBC are full students of the University and thus all University facilities are available to them.

Additional information about Queen’s University Belfast can be found at www.qub.ac.uk

For further details on any of these postgraduate study options, please email info@belfastbiblecollege.com with details of your previous academic study and we will be happy to explore the options with you.