Some people considering ordained ministry start their study of theology before they begin their ministerial training. We offer a programme of study which is designed to enable those who have no previous experience of theology to gain a solid foundation in the subject within a year.

The programme provides an introduction to Biblical Studies, Christian Doctrine and Ethics, and Church in Practice. Following this programme has given previous students an excellent grounding in theology whether they have continued with us for their ministerial training or gone away to theological college.

Course Structure
Our pre-theological year involves weekly evening classes (6.30pm – 9.00pm) during term times on either a Tuesday in Southwark or Wednesday in Medway. The year is divided into three terms and you will study one module in each term. You are also expected to read, and complete normally two assignments per module.

There are no examinations and assessment uses a variety of methods from the traditional essay through to presentations and reflective practice reports.

Accomodating Your Needs
Students taking this programme spend differing lengths of time discerning whether their calling is to minister involves ordination. Our pre-theological programme is flexible and accommodates the needs of people who take longer to discern their calling. Students can continue with our midweek classes for a number of years prior to ministerial training.

We provide programmes of ministerial training at a suitable level for those who have studied theology for a number of years prior to training for ministry.

For more information
If you would like to study Christian theology at SEITE for a pre-theological year or longer, you will need to complete an application form for associate students. Click here for an application form.

If you would like further information on the course or have any further questions about it, please contact us.