Theological Studies
Degrees in Religion, Theology and the Bible
The new partnership between the College of the Resurrection, the Yorkshire Ministry Course, and the Department of Biblical Studies at the University of Sheffield brings together three of the most distinctive institutions in the teaching of the Bible, Theology and Religion in the UK in a way which will build creatively on their individual strengths.
Degree Pathways
BA in Theological Studies
BA in Theological Studies enables those involved in Christian ministry to engage with a range of theological subjects, informed by recent research and scholarship, and to relate their studies to pastoral practice. This course is approved by the Church of England. The BA programme can be taken either full-time or part-time.
Click the link below for information on the BA Theological Studies Modules.
BA Theological Studies Modules
MA Programmes
The partnership offers three integrated MA pathways.
- MA in Ministry and Theology
- MA in Ministry and Biblical Studies
- MA in Liturgy
Christianity is not an abstract faith. From its beginning, Christianity has engaged with the most pressing questions of the age. This is no less true in the 21st century. The resources of the Christian tradition all serve to enrich and inform pastoral practice and ministry within diverse contexts. This programme enables those involved in Christian ministry, both lay and ordained, to engage in detailed analytic study of a range of theological subjects, informed by current research and scholarship, and in creative dialogue with pastoral practice. There are specific modules which meet the training needs of newly ordained clergy.
Within the common framework, that includes a practical placement and critical theological reflection, students can choose either a range of modules from across the theological discipline or focus on one particular subject area. Students choosing modules from a range of theological disciplines gain an award in Ministry and Theology. Alternatively, students focusing on liturgy can draw on particular modules provided by the College of the Resurrection, which integrate detailed liturgical scholarship with current liturgical practice; this option leads to an MA in Liturgy. Students focusing on Biblical Studies can draw on the full range of modules available in the department of Biblical Studies in Sheffield; this options leads to an MA in Ministry and Biblical Studies. For each MA award, through the final 12,000 -15,000 word dissertation, students develop their research skills laying the foundation for further study on a PhD, DPhil or professional doctorate.
The MA programmes can be taken full-time (12 months), part time (24 months) or on the professional development pathway (42 months).
Click the links below for information on the MA Modules:
MA Ministry and Theology Modules
MA Ministry and Biblical Studies Modules
MA Liturgy Modules
PhD study
The partnership also offers the opportunity for students to undertake doctoral research in Liturgy, Theology and Biblical Studies.
If you would like more information about any of these study options, please complete the enquiry form.
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Partnership Institutions
The College of the Resurrection
An Anglican theological college, living alongside the monastic Community of the Resurrection
The college forms women and men through a unique experience of Christian life, combining the fun and reality of community living with serious study, all held together in a rhythm of silence and prayer
The Yorkshire Ministry Course
Providing theological education and ministerial formation throughout the County of Yorkshire and beyond
The Yorkshire Ministry Course (YMC) draws on 40 years of experience in preparing women and men for ordained ministry. Its contextual approach enables ordinands to engage in high quality training while continuing to live at home and remaining in their current employment.
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