Faculty of Theology

BDiv (Bachelor of Divinity)

Bachelor 4 years Full-time NSFAS Funded
Programme Overview
Qualification
Bachelor
Duration
4 Years
NQF Level
7
Campus
Main Campus
Language
Afrikaans and English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

A four-year divinity degree and the first step in ministerial training. Completion of the BDiv plus MDiv is required to become a minister in the Dutch Reformed Church or Uniting Reformed Church. DRC candidates also require the Postgraduate Diploma in Theology.

Admission Requirements

Additional Requirements

  • NSC aggregate of at least 60% excluding Life Orientation
Extended Curriculum Programme available for applicants with NSC aggregate of 55% to 59.9% (excluding LO). Motivational letter from Church denomination recommended for ECP applicants.
Career Opportunities
Minister in the Dutch Reformed Church (DRC) or Uniting Reformed Church (URC) after MDiv Presbyterian, Anglican, and Volkskerk ministry after further denominational training Pastoral counsellor, chaplain, theological educator
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