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Lindisfarne courses are accredited as part of Common Awards, and students will therefore be enrolled on a Durham University validated and nationally recognised programme of study. You do not need to have previous academic qualifications, just a desire to learn. Courses below are for the 2023/24 academic year.

Applications for the 2023/24 academic year are now open. For an informal conversation about studying with Lindisfarne or to request a prospectus and/or application form, please contact enquiries@lindisfarnect.org or call 0191 270 4144.

Lindisfarne’s programmes are not open to overseas students.

As a non-residential college, Lindisfarne is not able to offer accommodation to its students.

Foundation Award in Theology, Ministry and Mission

Mode of study:Part-time
Duration:1 year
Location:

Church House, North Shields
Cuthbert House, Durham
(Students choose which location they attend)

Course Summary

Optional modules totalling 60 credits from:

TMM1031 Introduction to the Bible (20 credits)

TMM1067 Elementary New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM1077 Continuing New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM1087 Elementary Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM1131 Introduction to Christian Doctrine and History (20 credits)

TMM1167 Introduction to Christian Ethics (10 credits)

TMM1607 Introduction to an Old Testament Book (10 credits)

TMM1207 Scripture, Prayer and Theology (10 credits)

TMM1287 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM1291 Independent Learning Project (Long) (10 credits)

TMM1301 Foundations for Ministry and Mission in Context (20 credits)

TMM1347 Introduction to Preaching (10 credits)

TMM1417 Introduction to Pastoral Care (10 credits)

TMM1437 Introducing Theological Reflection (10 credits) (not available in 2024/25)

TMM1517 Spirituality and Discipleship (10 credits)

TMM1521 Spirituality and Discipleship (20 credits)

TMM1537 Introduction to Worship (10 credits)

The above list of modules is indicative of what we offer. Information for future academic years may change, for example, due to developments in the relevant academic field, or in light of student feedback.

Learning and Teaching

Weekly seminars: 2.5 hours

Day and time:

Mondays, 7.00-9.30pm at Church House, North Shields

or

Wednesdays, 7.00-9.30pm at Cuthbert House, Durham

May include some seminars on selected Saturdays at Ushaw Historic House, Durham

Apply

Standard Entry Requirements
The standard entry requirements are 1 A-Level, or equivalent (grade E or above).

Non-standard Entry
Lindisfarne is committed to taking non-traditional applicants onto its programmes and encourages applications from anyone who considers this to be the right course for them.  Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements (specified above) should have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above).  In addition they will be asked to write a short (500 word) book review prior to a place being offered.  This will enable the Lindisfarne staff to assess whether prospective students are seeking to engage with theological study at the right level.

Additional Expectations for Admission to the Programme
The BA in Theology, Ministry and Mission is made available through the financial generosity of the Church of England both nationally and regionally.  This is the reason why we are able to offer this programme to independent students at a significantly subsidised rate.

Lindisfarne’s programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission are designed to foster students’ Christian discipleship and to prepare people for ministry in the Church of England. Our programmes are offered within the context of a learning and praying community. We therefore welcome applicants from Christian Churches and communities in the region who will feel at home in such an educational environment.

Non-ministerial applicants will engage in modules alongside candidates for ministry, including some placement work.  Places will be offered to those applicants whom Lindisfarne regards as having the ability to relate to and work appropriately with a wide range of people, and whom it considers suitable to represent it in the wider sphere of placement contexts.  Those accepted will also be in good standing with a local church – whether Anglican or of another tradition recognised by the World Council of Churches.

References in support of non-ministerial applicants will be taken up prior to admission to the programme, and students will be required to undertake a self-funded assessment with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) prior to commencing the programme.

Fees
2024/25 academic year:

£600 annual registration fee

£1,634 module fees

Total: £2,234

Fees are subject to module availability, review and change in-line with inflation.

Flexible payment plan options are available.

Certificate in Theology, Ministry and Mission

Mode of study:Full-time or part-time
Duration:1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
Location:

Church House, North Shields

Cuthbert House, Durham

(Students choose which location they attend)

Course Summary

Compulsory modules for ministry candidates (optional for independent students)

TMM1031 Introduction to the Bible (20 credits)

TMM1131 Introduction to Christian Doctrine and History (20 credits)

TMM1167 Introduction to Christian Ethics (10 credits)

TMM1207 Scripture, Prayer and Theology (10 credits)

TMM1347 Introduction to Preaching (20 credits)

TMM1417 Introduction to Pastoral Care (10 credits)

TMM1437 Introducing Theological Reflection (10 credits) (not available in 2024/25)

TMM1521 Spirituality and Discipleship (20 credits)

TMM1537 Introduction to Worship (10 credits)

TMM1607 Introduction to an Old Testament Book (10 credits)

Additional modules available

TMM1067 Elementary New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM1077 Continuing New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM1087 Elementary Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM1287 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM1291 Independent Learning Project (Long) (20 credits)

TMM1301 Foundations for Ministry and Mission in Context (20 credits)

TMM1517 Spirituality and Discipleship (10 credits)

The above list of modules is indicative of what we offer. Information for future academic years may change, for example, due to developments in the relevant academic field, or in light of student feedback.

Learning and Teaching

Weekly seminars: 2.5 hours

Day and time:

Mondays, 7.00-9.30pm at Church House, North Shields

or

Wednesdays, 7.00-9.30pm at Cuthbert House, Durham

May include some seminars on selected Saturdays at Ushaw Historic House, Durham

Apply

Standard Entry Requirements
The standard entry requirements are 1 A-Level, or equivalent (grade E or above). Upon satisfactory completion of the Certificate students may progress to the Diploma; upon satisfactory completion of the Diploma students may progress to the BA.

Non-standard Entry
Lindisfarne is committed to taking non-traditional applicants onto its programmes and encourages applications from anyone who considers this to be the right course for them.  Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements (specified above) should have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above).  In addition they will be asked to write a short (500 word) book review prior to a place being offered.  This will enable the Lindisfarne staff to assess whether prospective students are seeking to engage with theological study at the right level.

Additional Expectations for Admission to the Programme
The BA in Theology, Ministry and Mission is made available through the financial generosity of the Church of England both nationally and regionally.  This is the reason why we are able to offer this programme to independent students at a significantly subsidised rate.

Lindisfarne’s programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission are designed to foster students’ Christian discipleship and to prepare people for ministry in the Church of England. Our programmes are offered within the context of a learning and praying community. We therefore welcome applicants from Christian Churches and communities in the region who will feel at home in such an educational environment.

Non-ministerial applicants will engage in modules alongside candidates for ministry, including some placement work.  Places will be offered to those applicants whom Lindisfarne regards as having the ability to relate to and work appropriately with a wide range of people, and whom it considers suitable to represent it in the wider sphere of placement contexts.  Those accepted will also be in good standing with a local church – whether Anglican or of another tradition recognised by the World Council of Churches.

References in support of non-ministerial applicants will be taken up prior to admission to the programme, and students will be required to undertake a self-funded assessment with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) prior to commencing the programme.

Fees

2024/25 academic year (full-time):

£600 annual registration fee

£3,038 module fees

Total: £3,468

 

2024/25 academic year (part-time)

Based on 60 credits during the year:

£600 annual registration fee

£1,634 module fees

Total: £2,234

Fees are subject to module availability, review and change in-line with inflation.

Flexible payment plan options are available.

Diploma in Theology, Ministry and Mission

Mode of study:Full-time or part-time
Duration:2 years full-time or 3 years part-time
Location:

Church House, North Shields
Cuthbert House, Durham
(Students choose which location they attend)

Course Summary

Level 1 (Common Awards Level 4)

Compulsory modules for ministry candidates (optional for independent students)

TMM1031 Introduction to the Bible (20 credits)

TMM1131 Introduction to Christian Doctrine and History (20 credits)

TMM1167 Introduction to Christian Ethics (10 credits)

TMM1207 Scripture, Prayer and Theology (10 credits)

TMM1347 Introduction to Preaching (20 credits)

TMM1417 Introduction to Pastoral Care (10 credits)

TMM1437 Introducing Theological Reflection (10 credits) (not available in 2024/25)

TMM1521 Spirituality and Discipleship (20 credits)

TMM1537 Introduction to Worship (10 credits)

TMM1607 Introduction to an Old Testament Book (10 credits)

Additional level 4 modules available

TMM1067 Elementary New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM1077 Continuing New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM1087 Elementary Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM1287 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM1291 Independent Learning Project (Long) (20 credits)

TMM1301 Foundations for Ministry and Mission in Context (20 credits)

TMM1517 Spirituality and Discipleship (10 credits)

 

Level 2 (Common Awards Level 5),

Compulsory modules for ministry candidates (optional for independent students)

TMM2051 New Testament Studies (20 credits)

TMM2121 Topics in Christian Doctrine (20 credits)

TMM2311 Developing Ministry & Mission in Context (20 credits)

TMM2371 Denominational History and Principles (20 credits)

TMM2501 Christian Theology, Ritual and Pastoral Care (20 credits)

TMM2531 Reflective Practice in Context (20 credits)

Additional level 5 modules available

TMM2097 Intermediate Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM2107 Intermediate New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM2297 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM2301 Independent Learning Project (Long) (20 credits)

The above list of modules is indicative of what we offer. Information for future academic years may change, for example, due to developments in the relevant academic field, or in light of student feedback.

Learning and Teaching

Weekly seminars: 2.5 hours

Day and time:

Mondays, 7.00-9.30pm at Church House, North Shields

or

Wednesdays, 7.00-9.30pm at Cuthbert House, Durham

May include some seminars on selected Saturdays at Ushaw Historic House, Durham

Apply

Standard Entry Requirements
Lindisfarne admits all independent students initially to the Foundation or Certificate in Theology, Ministry and Mission. The standard entry requirements are 1 A-Level, or equivalent (grade E or above). Upon satisfactory completion of the Certificate students may progress to the Diploma; upon satisfactory completion of the Diploma students may progress to the BA.

Non-standard Entry
Lindisfarne is committed to taking non-traditional applicants onto its programmes and encourages applications from anyone who considers this to be the right course for them.  Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements (specified above) should have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above).  In addition they will be asked to write a short (500 word) book review prior to a place being offered.  This will enable the Lindisfarne staff to assess whether prospective students are seeking to engage with theological study at the right level.  Such students may be admitted to the Certificate in the first instance.

Additional Expectations for Admission to the Programme
The BA in Theology, Ministry and Mission is made available through the financial generosity of the Church of England both nationally and regionally.  This is the reason why we are able to offer this programme to independent students at a significantly subsidised rate.

Lindisfarne’s programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission are designed to foster students’ Christian discipleship and to prepare people for ministry in the Church of England. Our programmes are offered within the context of a learning and praying community. We therefore welcome applicants from Christian Churches and communities in the region who will feel at home in such an educational environment.

Non-ministerial applicants will engage in modules alongside candidates for ministry, including some placement work.  Places will be offered to those applicants whom Lindisfarne regards as having the ability to relate to and work appropriately with a wide range of people, and whom it considers suitable to represent it in the wider sphere of placement contexts.  Those accepted will also be in good standing with a local church – whether Anglican or of another tradition recognised by the World Council of Churches.

References in support of non-ministerial applicants will be taken up prior to admission to the programme, and students will be required to undertake a self-funded assessment with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) prior to commencing the programme.

Fees

2024/25 academic year (full-time):

£600 annual registration fee

£3,038 module fees

Total: £3,638

 

 

2024/25 academic year (part-time):

Based on 80 credits during the year:

£600 annual registration fee

£2,102 module fees

Total: £2,702

Fees are subject to module availability, review and change in-line with inflation.

Flexible payment plan options are available.

BA (Hons) Theology, Ministry and Mission

Mode of study:Full-time or part-time
Duration:3 years full-time or 5 years part-time
Location:

For Level 1 (Common Awards Level 4) and Level 2 (Common Awards Level 5) modules:

Church House, North Shields

Cuthbert House, Durham

(Students choose which location they attend)

For Level 3 (Common Awards Level 6) modules:

Church House, North Shields or

Cuthbert House, Durham (please contact the Lindisfarne office for confirmation)

Course Summary

Level 1 (Common Awards Level 4)

Compulsory modules for ministry candidates (optional for independent students)

TMM1031 Introduction to the Bible (20 credits)

TMM1131 Introduction to Christian Doctrine and History (20 credits)

TMM1167 Introduction to Christian Ethics (10 credits)

TMM1207 Scripture, Prayer and Theology (10 credits)

TMM1347 Introduction to Preaching (20 credits)

TMM1417 Introduction to Pastoral Care (10 credits)

TMM1437 Introducing Theological Reflection (10 credits) (not available in 2024/25)

TMM1521 Spirituality and Discipleship (20 credits)

TMM1537 Introduction to Worship (10 credits)

TMM1607 Introduction to an Old Testament Book (10 credits)

Additional level 4 modules available

TMM1067 Elementary New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM1077 Continuing New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM1087 Elementary Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM1287 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM1291 Independent Learning Project (Long) (20 credits)

TMM1301 Foundations for Ministry and Mission in Context (20 credits)

TMM1517 Spirituality and Discipleship (10 credits)

 

Level 2 (Common Awards Level 5),

Compulsory modules for ministry candidates (optional for independent students)

TMM2051 New Testament Studies (20 credits)

TMM2121 Topics in Christian Doctrine (20 credits)

TMM2311 Developing Ministry & Mission in Context (20 credits)

TMM2371 Denominational History and Principles (20 credits)

TMM2501 Christian Theology, Ritual and Pastoral Care (20 credits)

TMM2531 Reflective Practice in Context (20 credits)

Additional level 5 modules available

TMM2097 Intermediate Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM2107 Intermediate New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM2297 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM2301 Independent Learning Project (Long) (20 credits)

 

Level 3 (Common Awards Level 6)

Compulsory level 6 modules

TMM3362 Dissertation (40 credits) or TMM3352 Extended Project (40 credits)

TMM3431 Mission and Apologetics in Contemporary Culture (20 credits)

Optional level 6 modules

TMM3057 Further Old Testament Text Study in Context (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3077 Advanced New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM3087 Advanced Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM3157 Theologies of the Majority World (10 credits)

TMM3167 A Key Christian Figure (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3217 Environmental Theology (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3317 Church and Community (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3337 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM3341 Independent Learning Project (Long) (20 credits)

TMM3491 Further Reflective Practice in Context (20 credits)

TMM3851 The Bible and Christian Faith (20 credits)

The above list of modules is indicative of what we offer. Information for future academic years may change, for example, due to developments in the relevant academic field, or in light of student feedback.

Learning and Teaching

Weekly seminars: 2.5 hours

Day and time:

For Level 1 (Common Awards Level 4) and Level 2 (Common Awards Level 5) modules:

Mondays, 7.00-9.30pm at Church House, North Shields

or

Wednesdays, 7.00-9.30pm at Cuthbert House, Durham

May include some seminars on selected Saturdays at Ushaw Historic House, Durham

For Level 3 (Common Awards Level 6) modules:

Thursdays, 6.30-9.00pm at Church House, North Shields

Apply

Standard Entry Requirements
Lindisfarne admits all independent students initially to the Foundation or Certificate in Theology, Ministry and Mission.  The standard entry requirements are 1 A-Level, or equivalent (grade E or above).  Upon satisfactory completion of the Certificate students may progress to the Diploma; upon satisfactory completion of the Diploma students may progress to the BA.

Non-standard Entry
Lindisfarne is committed to taking non-traditional applicants onto its programmes and encourages applications from anyone who considers this to be the right course for them.  Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements (specified above) should have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (grade C/4 or above).  In addition they will be asked to write a short (500 word) book review prior to a place being offered.  This will enable the Lindisfarne staff to assess whether prospective students are seeking to engage with theological study at the right level.  Such students may be admitted to the Certificate in the first instance.

Additional Expectations for Admission to the Programme
The BA in Theology, Ministry and Mission is made available through the financial generosity of the Church of England both nationally and regionally.  This is the reason why we are able to offer this programme to independent students at a significantly subsidised rate.

Lindisfarne’s programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission are designed to foster students’ Christian discipleship and to prepare people for ministry in the Church of England. Our programmes are offered within the context of a learning and praying community. We therefore welcome applicants from Christian Churches and communities in the region who will feel at home in such an educational environment.

Non-ministerial applicants will engage in modules alongside candidates for ministry, including some placement work.  Places will be offered to those applicants whom Lindisfarne regards as having the ability to relate to and work appropriately with a wide range of people, and whom it considers suitable to represent it in the wider sphere of placement contexts.  Those accepted will also be in good standing with a local church – whether Anglican or of another tradition recognised by the World Council of Churches.

References in support of non-ministerial applicants will be taken up prior to admission to the programme, and students will be required to undertake a self-funded assessment with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) prior to commencing the programme.

Fees

2024/25 academic year (full-time):

£600 annual registration fee

£3,038 module fees

Total: £3,638

 

2024/25 academic year (part-time):

Based on 80 credits during the year:

£600 annual registration fee

£2,102 module fees

Total: £2,702

Fees are subject to module availability, review and change in-line with inflation.

Flexible payment plan options are available.

Graduate Certificate in Theology, Ministry and Mission

Mode of study:Part-time
Duration:1 year
Location:

Church House, North Shields or

Cuthbert House, Durham (please contact the Lindisfarne office for confirmation)

Course Summary

Common Awards Level 6

TMM3057 Further Old Testament Text Study in Context (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3077 Advanced New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM3087 Advanced Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM3157 Theologies of the Majority World (10 credits)

TMM3167 A Key Christian Figure (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3217 Environmental Theology (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3317 Church and Community (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3337 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM3341 Independent Learning Project (Long) (20 credits)

TMM3431 Mission and Apologetics in Contemporary Culture (20 credits)

TMM3491 Further Reflective Practice in Context (20 credits)

TMM3851 The Bible and Christian Faith (20 credits)

Students may also opt to take up to 20 credits of modules from Level 5. The above list of modules is indicative of what we offer. Information for future academic years may change, for example, due to developments in the relevant academic field, or in light of student feedback.

Learning and Teaching

Thursdays, 6.30-9.00pm at either Cuthbert House, Durham or Church House, North Shields (please contact the Lindisfarne office for confirmation)

Apply

Standard Entry Requirements
The standard entry requirement for direct entry onto the Graduate Certificate in Theology, Ministry and Mission is a Diploma level qualification in Theology or Religious Studies.

Additional Expectations for Admission to the Programme
The BA in Theology, Ministry and Mission is made available through the financial generosity of the Church of England both nationally and regionally.  This is the reason why we are able to offer this programme to independent students at a significantly subsidised rate.

Lindisfarne’s programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission are designed to foster students’ Christian discipleship and to prepare people for ministry in the Church of England. Our programmes are offered within the context of a learning and praying community. We therefore welcome applicants from Christian Churches and communities in the region who will feel at home in such an educational environment.

Non-ministerial applicants will engage in modules alongside candidates for ministry, including some placement work.  Places will be offered to those applicants whom Lindisfarne regards as having the ability to relate to and work appropriately with a wide range of people, and whom it considers suitable to represent it in the wider sphere of placement contexts.  Those accepted will also be in good standing with a local church – whether Anglican or of another tradition recognised by the World Council of Churches.

References in support of non-ministerial applicants will be taken up prior to admission to the programme, and students will be required to undertake a self-funded assessment with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) prior to commencing the programme.

Fees

2024/25 academic year:

£600 annual registration fee

£1,404 module fees

Total: £2,004

Fees are subject to module availability, review and change in-line with inflation.

Flexible payment plan options are available.

Graduate Diploma in Theology, Ministry and Mission

Mode of study:Full-time or part-time
Duration:1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
Location:

Church House, North Shields or

Cuthbert House, Durham (please contact the Lindisfarne office for confirmation)

Course Summary

Common Awards Level 6

Compulsory modules

TMM3491 Further Reflective Practice in Context (20 credits)

TMM3431 Mission and Apologetics in Contemporary Culture (20 credits)

TMM3362 Dissertation (40 credits) or TMM3352 Extended Project (40 credits)

Optional modules

TMM3077 Advanced New Testament Greek (10 credits)

TMM3087 Advanced Biblical Hebrew (10 credits)

TMM3057 Further Old Testament Text Study in Context (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3157 Theologies of the Majority World (10 credits)

TMM3167 A Key Christian Figure (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3217 Environmental Theology (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3317 Church and Community (10 credits) (Not available in 2024/25)

TMM3337 Independent Learning Project (Short) (10 credits)

TMM3341 Independent Learning Project (Long) (20 credits)

TMM3851 The Bible and Christian Faith (20 credits)

Students may also opt to take up to 40 credits of modules from the Level 5.

The above list of modules is indicative of what we offer. Information for future academic years may change, for example, due to developments in the relevant academic field, or in light of student feedback.

Learning and Teaching

Thursdays, 6.30-9.00pm at either Cuthbert House, Durham or Church House, North Shields (please contact the Lindisfarne office for confirmation)

Apply

Standard Entry Requirements
The standard entry requirement for direct entry onto the Graduate Diploma in Theology, Ministry and Mission is a Diploma level qualification in Theology or Religious Studies.

Additional Expectations for Admission to the Programme
The BA in Theology, Ministry and Mission is made available through the financial generosity of the Church of England both nationally and regionally.  This is the reason why we are able to offer this programme to independent students at a significantly subsidised rate.

Lindisfarne’s programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission are designed to foster students’ Christian discipleship and to prepare people for ministry in the Church of England. Our programmes are offered within the context of a learning and praying community. We therefore welcome applicants from Christian Churches and communities in the region who will feel at home in such an educational environment.

Non-ministerial applicants will engage in modules alongside candidates for ministry, including some placement work.  Places will be offered to those applicants whom Lindisfarne regards as having the ability to relate to and work appropriately with a wide range of people, and whom it considers suitable to represent it in the wider sphere of placement contexts.  Those accepted will also be in good standing with a local church – whether Anglican or of another tradition recognised by the World Council of Churches.

References in support of non-ministerial applicants will be taken up prior to admission to the programme, and students will be required to undertake a self-funded assessment with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) prior to commencing the programme.

Fees

2024/25 academic year (full-time):

£600 annual registration fee

£2,808 module fees

Total: £3,408

 

2024/25 academic year (part-time, assuming 40 credits during year):

The normal pathway for the part-time Graduate Diploma is 40 taught credits in the first year of Level 6 study, and 40 taught credits plus the 40 credit dissertation in the second year of Level 6 study (final year of the degree).

Based on 40 credits during the year:

£600 annual registration fee

£936 module fees (this would rise to £1,872 if taking 80 credits the following year)

Total: £1,536 (£2,472 in the second year)

Fees are subject to module availability, review and change in-line with inflation.

Flexible payment plan options are available.

Postgraduate Certificate in Theology, Ministry and Mission

Mode of study:Part-time
Duration:1 year
Location:

Church House, North Shields

Course Summary

In 2024/25:

TMM40320 Advanced Old Testament Studies

TMM41820 Christian Faith and the Environment

TMM43920 Independent Learning Project (Long)

TMM47610 Independent Learning Project (Short)

Students may also opt to take up to 20 credits of modules from Level 6 or 20 credits of biblical language modules at Levels 4 and 5

 

Learning and Teaching

Weekly seminars: 2.5 hours

Thursdays, 6.30-9.00pm at Church House, North Shields

Apply

Entry Requirements
Normally students will need a degree in theology at 2:1 honours level or above (or other level 6 qualification, such as a Graduate Diploma).  However, we also welcome graduates in other disciplines with awards at 2:1 honours or above, if they have experience of Theology or Religious Studies to at least undergraduate Certificate level (with an overall mark of at least 60%).

Additional Expectations for Admission to the Programme
The MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission is made available through the financial generosity of the Church of England both nationally and regionally.  This is the reason why we are able to offer this programme to independent students at a significantly subsidised rate.

Lindisfarne’s programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission are designed to foster students’ Christian discipleship and to prepare people for ministry in the Church of England. Our programmes are offered within the context of a learning and praying community. We therefore welcome applicants from Christian Churches and communities in the region who will feel at home in such an educational environment.

Non-ministerial applicants will engage in modules alongside candidates continuing ministerial education, including the possibility of some placement work.  Places will be offered to those applicants whom Lindisfarne regards as having the ability to relate to and work appropriately with a wide range of people, and whom it considers suitable to represent it in the wider sphere of placement contexts.  Those accepted will also be in good standing with a local church – whether Anglican or of another tradition recognised by the World Council of Churches.

References in support of non-ministerial applicants will be taken up prior to admission to the programme, and students will be required to undertake a self-funded assessment with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) prior to commencing the programme.

Fees

2024/25 academic year

£600 annual registration fee

£1,581 module fees

Total: £2,181

Fees are subject to module availability, review and change in-line with inflation.

Flexible payment plan options are available.

MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission

Mode of study:Part-time
Duration:3 Years
Location:

Church House, North Shields

Course Summary

* Taught in 2024/25

 

Compulsory Modules

TMM42220 Research and Reflection: Resources and Methods*

TMM42360 Dissertation in Theology, Ministry and Mission

 

Other Modules

Biblical Studies

TMM40320 Advanced Old Testament Studies*

TMM40420 Advanced New Testament Studies

TMM40520 Issues in Biblical Theology

TMM40620 Old Testament Texts in Hebrew and/or Aramaic

TMM40720 New Testament Texts in Greek

 

Christian Doctrine, History and Ethics

TMM40820 Methods in Modern Theology

TMM40920 Advanced Topics in Christian Doctrine

TMM41120 Advanced Topic in Church History

TMM41520 Advanced Topic in Christian Ethics

TMM41320 Theology and Science

TMM44320 Christian Doctrine and Contemporary Culture

 

Discipleship, Leadership and the Learning Church

TMM41620 Education and the Learning Church

 

Interdisciplinary, Integrative and Independent Learning

TMM41720 Interdisciplinary Study of Local Churches

TMM41820 Christian Faith and the Environment*

TMM41920 Christian Practice in Multi Faith Contexts

TMM42420 Preaching in a Ministerial Context

TMM42120 Theology in Dialogue

TMM43920 Independent Learning Project (Long)*

TMM47610 Independent Learning Project (Short)*

 

Ministry and Mission

TMM42520 Chaplaincy and Christian Mission

TMM42720 Mission and Ecclesiology in Contemporary Context

TMM45120 Liturgy and Mission

 

Reflective Practice and Pastoral Care

TMM42820 Advanced Pastoral Supervision

TMM42920 Advanced Theory and Method in Practical Theology

TMM43020 Reflective Practice: Placement

 

Spirituality and Worship

TMM43120 Words and Music in Worship

TMM45220 Liturgy and Spirituality

 

Vocational and Professional Practice

TMM43320 Reflective Practice: Leadership and Collaboration

 

Students may also opt to take up to 30 credits of modules from Level 6 or 30 credits of biblical language modules at Levels 4 and 5

Learning and Teaching

Weekly seminars: 2.5 hours

Thursdays, 6.30-9.00pm at Church House, North Shields

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Entry Requirements
Normally students will need a degree in theology at 2:1 honours level or above (or other level 6 qualification, such as a Graduate Diploma).  However, we also welcome graduates in other disciplines with awards at 2:1 honours or above, if they have experience of Theology or Religious Studies to at least undergraduate Certificate level (with an overall mark of at least 60%).

Additional Expectations for Admission to the Programme
The MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission is made available through the financial generosity of the Church of England both nationally and regionally.  This is the reason why we are able to offer this programme to independent students at a significantly subsidised rate.

Lindisfarne’s programmes in Theology, Ministry and Mission are designed to foster students’ Christian discipleship and to prepare people for ministry in the Church of England. Our programmes are offered within the context of a learning and praying community. We therefore welcome applicants from Christian Churches and communities in the region who will feel at home in such an educational environment.

Non-ministerial applicants will engage in modules alongside candidates continuing ministerial education, including the possibility of some placement work.  Places will be offered to those applicants whom Lindisfarne regards as having the ability to relate to and work appropriately with a wide range of people, and whom it considers suitable to represent it in the wider sphere of placement contexts.  Those accepted will also be in good standing with a local church – whether Anglican or of another tradition recognised by the World Council of Churches.

References in support of non-ministerial applicants will be taken up prior to admission to the programme, and students will be required to undertake a self-funded assessment with the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) prior to commencing the programme.

Fees

2024/25 academic year (part-time, assuming 60 credits during year):

The normal pathway for the part-time MA is 60 taught credits in the first and second year of Level 7 study, plus the 60 credit dissertation in the third year of Level 7 study (final year of the degree).

Based on 60 credits during the year:

£600 annual registration fee

£1,581 module fees

Total: £2,181

Fees are subject to module availability, review and change in-line with inflation.

Flexible payment plan options are available.

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