Certificate in Theological and Pastoral Studies (CTPS) and the Diploma in Theological and Pastoral Studies (DTPS)
The CTPS and DTPS are intended to be of use to candidates seeking to deepen their knowledge of Christian theology and practice, many of whom will go forward for some form of recognised ministry within the church. They offer a combination of rigorous academic study and the opportunity for some practice-based learning.
Fees and funding information for starters in 2012/13
Admission Requirements
Candidates will normally be expected to have five GCSE passes at grades A-C, one of which must be in English Language, and two passes at Advanced Level (A2); they will normally be expected to meet University residence requirements. Candidates must demonstrate aptitude and vocation for ministry or other church work.
Applications should be made directly to the institutions that admit candidates for this programme of study:
Blackfriars, Campion Hall, Harris Manchester College, Mansfield College, Regent's Park College, Ripon College Cuddesdon, St Benet's Hall, St Stephen's House, and Wycliffe Hall.
Course Requirements
Students will take papers from the BTh syllabus, as outlined in the Examination Regulations of the University.
Candidates for the one-year Certificate in Theological and Pastoral Studies (CTPS) will take at least four papers, including at least one of A1 and A2.
Candidates for the two-year Diploma in Theological and Pastoral Studies (DTPS) will take at least eight papers, including at least one of A1 and A2, and at least one of C1 and C4.
Part-time students for these qualifications will pursue their course of study for twice the number of terms required for an equivalent full-time student.
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General enquiries, including enquiries about the Faculty's annual Undergraduate Open Day, should be directed to the Faculty Office.
Address: Theology Faculty Centre, 34 St Giles,
Oxford OX1 3LD.
Telephone: +44 (0)1865 270790
Fax: +44 (0)1865 270795
E-mail: general.administrator@theology.ox.ac.uk
Enquiries about graduate admissions should
be directed to the Faculty's Graduate Studies Administrator.
Address: Theology Faculty Centre, 34 St Giles,
Oxford OX1 3LD.
Telephone: +44 (0)1865 270714
Fax: +44 (0)1865 270795
E-mail: graduate.enquiries@theology.ox.ac.uk
Enquiries about undergraduate admissions should be directed to the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
Address: Undergraduate Admissions Office, University Offices,
Wellington Square, Oxford OX1 2JD.
Telephone: +44 (0)1865 288000
Fax: +44 (0)1865 280125
E-mail: undergraduate.admissions@admin.ox.ac.uk
Enquiries about Higher Education advice should be directed to Schools Liaison
Address: Theology Faculty Centre, 34 St Giles,
Oxford OX1 3LD.
Telephone: +44 (0)1865 282353
E-mail: schools.liaison@theology.ox.ac.uk