Theology for Life, Work and Ministry Undergraduate

Explore Christian faith and its relationship to everyday life, work and service.

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Course Overview

Explore Christian faith and its relationship to everyday life, work and service. This pathway offers a broad foundation in biblical studies, theology and mission, with opportunities to pursue subjects connected to your interests and experience. Develop your ability to think theologically about contemporary questions and consider how your learning can shape your contribution to church, workplace and community.

Formation and Worship

Studying at Ridley Hall is a formational experience grounded in the pursuit of biblical wisdom, the study of theology and participation in God’s mission. During block weeks, worship, prayer and shared community life support your growth as a disciple of Christ. You will be encouraged and supported to develop your own spiritual disciplines. Diverse styles of worship and reflection on everyday life, work and service help you grow in character, discernment and confidence in living out your faith.

Awards and Validation

BA (Hons) in Theology, Ministry and Mission

Location and Time Commitments

Attend scheduled teaching blocks at Ridley Hall, Cambridge. Between teaching blocks, allow time for independent study and assignments alongside your existing work, church or voluntary commitments.

Modules

Through your Durham Common Awards course, you will have the opportunity to study modules covering Christian doctrine, biblical studies, worship, mission, pastoral care and church history, with options to study biblical languages such as Greek and Hebrew.

Teaching

Teaching is delivered through block sessions at Ridley Hall, with online activities or term-time classes where required by your modules. Your timetable will depend on your academic course and study pattern.

Faculty

At Ridley, you will have the chance to learn from and work with leading thinkers, theologians and practitioners who connect biblical wisdom and theological understanding with everyday life, work and service. These include Dr Isabelle Hamley, Dr Rob McDonald, Dr Andy Byers, Dr Olga Fabrikant-Burke and Dr Andrew Goddard.

Assesment

Assessment varies by module and may include essays, portfolios, presentations, assessed conversations, independent projects and biblical language examinations.

Food and Accomodation

Meals and accommodation must be booked in advance and are available at an additional cost, subject to availability.

Student Support

As part of the Cambridge Theological Federation, Ridley offers study skills sessions at the start of each academic year, covering essay writing, oral assessments, time management, referencing and note-taking.

Our Learning Support Officer offers one-to-one support to all students, including guidance for those returning to education. They can help students explore additional support, such as Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA), and work with students and tutors to arrange reasonable adjustments to learning and assessment.

Application Deadlines

UK Student Deadline:

1 July for September entry

International Student Deadline:

1 March for September entry

Tuition Fees

UK Student Tuition Fee:

Full-time: £6,350 per year; Part-time: £1,058 per module

International Student Tuition Fee:

Full-time: £6,350 per year; Part-time: £1,058 per module

College Fee

Full-time: £940 per year; Part-time: £470 per year

Fee Explanations

For further explanation of the different fees and what they cover please visit our student fees explained page

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