Programmes of Study

Baptist Theological Seminary offers programmes that are designed to raise a new generation of ministers and lay leaders who can communicate and practice the Christian faith through preaching, teaching, counselling, mentoring and witnessing in a congregational church setting and a multi-cultural social environment. The seminary seeks to build students up in the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Its programmes aim to help students come to understand the Biblical foundations of Christian faith and practice. With practical insight into global events, major trends, and social issues, BTS graduates are able to articulate the Christian message and lead their congregations in the midst of many world religions and contrasting worldviews.

BTS offers the following programmes of study:

Contextualised Pastoral Institute (CPI)
Duration of Study

1 year full-time or 4 years part-time

Academic Prerequisites

A-Level certificate or equivalent for Adv Dip; bachelor’s degree for Grad Dip

General Prerequisites
  • Baptised and in good standing with church
  • Ministry experience
Duration of Study

1 year full-time or 4 years part-time

Academic Prerequisites

A-Level certificate or equivalent for Adv Dip; bachelor’s degree for Grad Dip

General Prerequisites
  • Baptised and in good standing with church
  • Ministry experience
Duration of Study

3 years full-time

Academic Prerequisites

A-Level certificate or equivalent

General Prerequisites
  • 22 years and older
  • Baptised and in good standing with church
  • Ministry experience
  • Church endorsement
Duration of Study

3 years full-time

Academic Prerequisites

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

General Prerequisites
  • 24 years and older
  • Baptised and in good standing with church
  • Ministry experience
  • Church endorsement
Duration of Study

2 years full-time or 4 years part-time

Academic Prerequisites

Bachelor of Theology (min. 2.7 GPA)

General Prerequisites
  • 24 years and older
  • Baptised and in good standing with church
  • Ministry experience
  • Church endorsement
Duration of Study

2 years full-time or 4 years part-time

Academic Prerequisites

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

General Prerequisites
  • 24 years and older
  • Baptised and in good standing with church
  • Ministry experience
  • Church endorsement
Duration of Study

2 years full-time or 4 years part-time

Academic Prerequisites

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

General Prerequisites
  • 24 years and older
  • Baptised and in good standing with church
  • Ministry experience
  • Church endorsement