Overview
Theology from the University of the Western Cape is designed to provide training for Christian leadership in the South African context. Students from a wide variety of churches study theology at UWC, including, for example, students from the AFM, African Independent Churches, Anglican, Baptist, Catholic, Congregational, Methodist, Moravian, Pentecostal, Presbyterian, Reformed, and Zionist churches.
Students at Theology from the University of the Western Cape will:
- Provide students with adequate training in Christian leadership;
- Provide students with a solid background in theology;
- Equip students for a variety of Christian ministries; and
- Enable students to provide informed leadership in the face of community needs caused by HIV/AIDS, poverty, violence, unemployment, human rights violations, environmental destruction, etc.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Theological Studies
- Ethics
- Hermeneutics
- Humanities
- Anthropology/Sociology
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Brain and Behaviour
- Psychology of Child Development
- Research Methods
- English
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
-
Language
Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Ethnic Studies Theology and Religious Studies View 12 other Bachelors in Theology and Religious Studies in South AfricaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- The National Senior Certificate (NSC) required for Degree, Diploma or Higher Certificate study, as appropriate
- A minimum number of points calculated on the university's points system
- A pass at the required level in each of the subjects specified for the programme into which the candidate seeks admission
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.
Get your student insurance nowStarting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.
Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of the Western Cape and/or in South Africa, please visit Student Insurance Portal.
Tuition Fee
-
International
77817 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 77817 ZAR per year during 36 months. -
National
37573 ZAR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 37573 ZAR per year during 36 months.
- National Tuition: R37,573 – R52,293
Living costs for Cape Town
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
MERIT AWARDS FOR FIRST YEARS
CRITERIA
Applicable to South African Citizens and permanent residents only who have matriculated the year prior to first enrolment
APPLICATION PROCESS
Student must apply via Financial Aid office at the beginning of the institutions academic year
ALLOCATION OF FUNDING
Level 7 - 100% tuition fees
Level 6 - 75% tuition fee
CLOSING DATE
As per date stipulated on Application form
REGISTRATION
Students who qualify will be informed via e-mail
UWC SENIOR BURSARY AWARDS
CRITERIA
Applicable to South African Citizens and permanent residents
Criteria is based on academic performance and need
APPLICATION PROCESS
All Senior undergraduate students who applied for financial aid and qualifies with a 65% and above average
ALLOCATION OF FUNDING
Part of tuition fees only
CLOSING DATE
31 August 2015 @ 14h00
To download the Senior Students Financial Aid Application form please click Financial aid Application.pdf
NSFAS LOAN/BURSARY
CRITERIA
Applicable to South African citizens and permanent residents
All registered Full-time undergraduate Degree students who were promoted previous year and obtained an average of 55% and above
APPLICATION PROCESS
Seniors must apply in the previous year
New First year students when they are accepted at University
ALLOCATION OF FUNDING
Amount allocated will depend on the students individual need as indicated by the Nsfas Means test.
Depending on your end year results up to 40% of your Nsfas loan may be converted into a bursary.
Repayment commences when the student completes their studies and not surety is required
Nsfas also has full cost bursaries available to students depending on course registered as well as availability of funding.
CLOSING DATE
Senior and 2015 First year Registered students – 31 August 2015 @ 14h00
New First Years – 29 February 2016
OTHER BURSARIES
All students in receipt of a bursary must submit proof of bursary to the Financial Aid Office prior to registration which will be forwarded to Student Credit Management for clearance
Full cost bursary Holders pay the minimum registration fees
Registration for part cost bursary holders will depend on the allocated amount of the bursary
For other bursaries please check on the UWC website as well on all government department websites for applications for funding.
FINANCIAL AID CONTACT DETAILS
Office Hours 08h30 -16h30 (Extended hours during Registration Period)
Office situated at UWC Prefabs behind Student Administration Building
Financial Aid Help desk Number 021 959 9753/2737
In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.
Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Theology.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility
Read more about eligibility