St Augustine’s College of Theology

Transforming formation

Theology to match your stage of life

Explore faith through study

No other academic subject engages and changes you as does the study of theology.

Theology isn’t just about learning: it’s about doing. At St Augustine’s, you will look to stretch, affirm, guide and live your faith.

Whether you are studying theology or training for ordination, you’ll find your academic and spiritual home here at St Augustine’s.

Find out who you can become, in a place where you truly belong.

“What we shall be is yet to be revealed.”

1 John 3:2

  • Hear about our non-residential theology college, providing a warm and welcoming environment to study theology in the South East of England.

Routes into studying theology

What could studying at St Augustine’s look like for you?

Training for ordination

Prepare your heart, mind and soul for ministry with ordination training.

Studying theology

Explore your faith and study theology in a way that fits your life.

Upcoming taster events

Find out what studying at St Augustine’s is all about with an open-day style event. Meet your tutors, sit in on real classes, chat with current students, and join in daily worship.

  • Discover more about our theology taster events.

Your study experience

As a St Augustine’s student, you can expect responsive support, helpful resources, and a lively community waiting to welcome you to your academic home.

  • It’s natural to feel nervous about returning to an academic setting. Hear from students who once felt the same, and from tutors who explain the practical support we offer.

Student support

Academic study can be deeply rewarding and, at times, challenging. Our student support team are on hand to help you with:

  • Learning how to study theology and write with academic confidence.

  • Managing feelings of anxiety or apprehension about your studies.

  • Accessing regular, discreet pastoral support online or in person.

There’s more to St Augustine’s than studying. With the right support, you can make the most of it all.

“I’ve made friends here for life. It’s really good to have friends here I can talk to and rely on. That’s come from three years of being around people at residentials and classes – it’s been really heart-warming to do that.”

David Jones

Ordinand at St Augustine’s College of Theology
Abbey at West Malling Campus
Three women sitting on chairs at a desk writing.

Life at St Augustine’s

There’s so much to experience as a student at St Augustine’s – what you learn during your lectures is just the beginning.

  • Meet, befriend and learn with students from a diverse range of backgrounds and theological traditions.

  • Whether you’re in a lecture hall or a virtual classroom, discover your own way of learning.

  • Step outside the classroom and enrich your learning with placement opportunities.

Tap into the transformative power of theological study by making the most of your academic experience.

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Fees and funding

Once you’ve found the theological course that suits you, take a look at our costs and pricing structure.

  • Get an accurate insight into fees for each course, including full and part-time study.
  • Compare fees across different courses and figure out what works best for you.
  • Learn about our financial support and whether you’re eligible for funding or bursaries.

At St Augustine’s, we believe finance shouldn’t be a barrier to studying theology. We do all we can to welcome every student into our learning community.

  • Hear from our theology students and ordinands as they share their heartfelt journey and the impact St Augustine’s has had on their lives.

About St Augustine’s College of Theology

St Augustine’s College of Theology is an inclusive, adventurous and welcoming learning community.

As a leading provider of non-residential ordination training, we offer a spiritual home to those preparing for ministry in the Church of England.

We also welcome students of theology as they pursue their learning journey and expand their faith through study.