Why study theology?

People study theology for all sorts of reasons.

Some study theology to train for ministry, whether lay or ordained. Some study theology to help clarify where God is calling them to be. Some study theology to gain a deeper personal understanding of their faith, of the scriptures, or of the traditions of the church. For some people, theological study is like study in the liberal arts, providing training in thinking and argumentation and in the breadth and depth of Christian culture.

All of these are valid reasons to study theology, and this list is not exhaustive!

Theological graduates use their qualifications as preparation for ministry, as further qualifications to enrich careers in teaching, pastoral care, educational leadership, mission, welfare and many other roles within the churches and beyond.

Whatever your reasons for wanting to study theology I encourage you to come and have a chat with us about how YTU can help you achieve your goals in theological studies.

Professor John McDowell
(Academic Dean)

YTU Courses

YTU Units

Entering the World of the New Testament: Survey and Method

Lecturer: Francis Otobo
Mode: Blended
Semester 1: Tuesday 6pm

This unit aims to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the formation, socio-historical setting and literary forms of the New Testament literature. Whilst studying the various books of the New Testament, students will be introduced to contemporary methods of critical biblical interpretation. The theological issues of these writings will also be explored.

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