Bachelor of Divinity | UP

APS Required

points

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Bachelor of Divinity at the University of Pretoria is a three-year degree in the Faculty of Theology and Religion that provides a comprehensive academic education in Christian theology, biblical studies, church history, systematic theology, ethics, and practical ministry. The programme is designed for students who aspire to ordained ministry in Protestant denominations, or who seek a rigorous academic theological education for careers in education, chaplaincy, and faith-based organisations. UP's Faculty of Theology and Religion has a distinguished history of theological scholarship and church engagement in South Africa, with strong links to Reformed, Lutheran, and other Protestant church traditions. The BDivinity develops graduates with deep theological knowledge, pastoral sensitivity, and the intellectual capacity to engage critically with faith and society.

Admission requirements: English (Home or First Additional Language): Level 5 (60-69%); Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy: Level 3 (40-49%); APS: 28 (excluding Life Orientation).

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
English Home Language or English First Additional Language60%Required
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy40%Required

Career Prospects

Minister / Pastor – Lead congregations, preach, provide pastoral care, and administer sacraments in South African Protestant churches across Reformed, Lutheran, or other denominational traditions.
Chaplain – Provide spiritual care and support in South African hospitals, prisons, schools, universities, or the South African National Defence Force.
Theological Educator – Teach theology, religious studies, or biblical studies at South African seminaries, church training centres, or secondary schools.
Faith-Based Organisation Manager – Lead development, social welfare, or advocacy programmes for South African church-related NGOs or faith-based organisations.
Researcher / Lecturer (Theology) – Pursue postgraduate theological research and academic lecturing at South African universities after completing Honours and Masters degrees.

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