Religion and theology

Short courses

The study of religion and theology is an ancient discipline with continuing and momentous social significance around the world today. Through our range of courses, students gain an understanding of the intellectual underpinning of religious traditions, and of the social and cultural contexts for religious belief and practice. 

Many of our short courses, including flexible online courses, weekly classes (both in Oxford and online) and some summer schools, can be studied for credit, which means they can count towards a recognised qualification such as our Undergraduate Certificate of Higher Education.

Theological Studies – Undergraduate Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor’s

These undergraduate courses aim to enhance connections between theological study, professional practice and practice-based learning. Together they constitute a coherent programme of studies. All three may be studied either full-time or part-time.


Upcoming courses

Online - flexible • Short courses
  • Mon 15 Jan 2024 – 12 Apr 2024
Online - live • Short courses
  • Tue 16 Jan 2024 – 26 Mar 2024
  • 11 meetings
  • 10:30 – 11:30am
Online - flexible • Short courses
  • Wed 17 Jan 2024 – 05 Apr 2024
In-person weekly • Short courses
  • Mon 22 Jan 2024 – Mon 25 Mar 2024
  • 10 meetings
  • 2:00 – 4:00pm
In-person weekly • Short courses
  • Mon 22 Jan 2024 – Mon 25 Mar 2024
  • 10 meetings
  • 2:00 – 4:00pm