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University of Pretoria (UP)

Faculty of Theology and Religion

Contact Details

Telephone:
+27 12 420 2322
Email:
uptheologyandreligion@gmail.com
Address:
Theology Building, Hatfield Campus, Lynnwood Road, Pretoria
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Overview

The Faculty of Theology and Religion at University of Pretoria (UP) is a distinguished academic faculty committed to excellence in theological education, research, and community engagement within a diverse and multicultural context. The faculty offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in theology, religious studies, and related disciplines, equipping students with strong academic foundations in biblical studies, church history, systematic theology, practical theology, and the study of world religions. Through its emphasis on critical thinking, interdisciplinary research, and contextual relevance, the faculty prepares graduates for leadership roles in ministry, academia, public service, and civil society. It also contributes significantly to scholarly discourse and societal transformation by addressing contemporary ethical, spiritual, and social challenges through a faith-informed and academically rigorous approach.

Campuses

Location Province
Hatfield Gauteng
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Qualifications and Courses

Doctoral Degree

  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)|Blended
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biblical Studies (New Testament and Related Literature)|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biblical Studies (Old Testament and Hebrew Scriptures)|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Church History and Church Polity|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Dogmatics and Christian Ethics|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in New Testament Studies|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Old Testament Studies|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Practical Theology|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Practical Theology (Pastoral Family Therapy)|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Religion Studies|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Science of Religion and Missiology|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Theological Studies|On-Campus
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Youth Ministry|On-Campus

Masters Degree

  • Master of Divinity (MDiv)|Blended
  • Master of Theology (MTh)|Blended

Honours Degree

  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons)|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in Church History and Church Polity|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in Dogmatics and Christian Ethics|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in New Testament Studies|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in Old Testament Studies|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in Practical Theology|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in Religion Studies|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in Science of Religion and Missiology|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in Theological Studies|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology Honours (BTh Hons) in Theology and Ministry|On-Campus

Bachelors Degree

  • Bachelor of Divinity (BDiv)|On-Campus
  • Bachelor of Theology (BTh)|On-Campus

Diploma

  • Diploma of Theology|On-Campus
Qualifications last updated: 13 Apr 2026.

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