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February
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VIDEO – Considering Applying to ETS?
Considering applying to ETS? If you’d like to visit the seminary, simply send us a message or get in touch via our website – ets.ac.uk/contact
- February
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A University Degree in Theology at ETS
The Bachelor of Theology degree at ETS offers a core academic programme suited for life-long Christian service. It is a stimulating, challenging, comprehensive, in-depth education in Biblical Studies, Christian Theology and related disciplines, taught from a thoroughly biblical perspective.
ETS offers a well-designed curriculum, excellent facilities and first-class tuition:
- Full-time, part-time and distance learning options
- Validated by University of Glasgow
- Opportunity to learn Greek and Hebrew
- Central location and excellent facilities
- Careful balance of academic and practical
- February
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“People think of ministry as just the guy in the pulpit. It’s not; it’s much more than that. They think of the guy in the pulpit as the guy who has got the education and he’s the “clever guy”.
There’s no reason why everybody cannot have a grasp of the scriptures to a deeper level. In fact, I would hope that everyone who is interested in the Christian faith would want to deepen their understanding and that will help to feed into the quality of a church. And so what I think ETS can do is to supply that education, to supply that encouragement to people of all kinds for all kinds of ministries within the church, both here and beyond.” – Iver Martin, ETS Principal.
Read more at https://ets.ac.uk/bachelor-of-theology/
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Student Community
At ETS, we believe that our richest asset is the supportive and welcoming learning environment we can provide to those who come to study with us.
Our student community – both online and on-campus – consists of a range of people from all over the world who are preparing for various kinds of Christian service.
Check out our range of courses a ets.ac.uk
- February
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VIDEO: Neil Longwe
What are the benefits of studying on-campus at ETS?
“Being on-campus is fantastic because you get the fellowship and the collegiate atmosphere of being with your fellow students… You can’t beat being on-site, in the class. I have really felt God speaking to me through the material that we’re being taught. Sometimes when you’re just looking at a screen it feels far too detached, so to be back in the building is an absolute privilege and a joy.” – Neil Longwe, BTh Student
- February
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Local Church Training
One great feature of the BTh degree programme is the range of flexible study options which allow students to balance theological training alongside work with churches or mission agencies.
“I cannot commend highly enough studying the BTh at ETS while training in a local church. Reverent theology which raises the affections to Christ is immediately lived out in serving Christ’s church. The combination of lecturers who are for you, a church which is investing in you and fellow students who encourage one another is a precious thing.”
– Craig Anderson – BTh Graduate and Church Planter
Find out more at ets.ac.uk/courses/bachelor-of-theology
March
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- March
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VIDEO:
“I think the greatest advantage of the BTh programme is to give a university-level degree that is rooted in the bible that’s rooted in the truth of the gospel and that equips people for life, mission, ministry and service.”
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HISTORICAL QUOTE (Fortnightly)
Robert Rollock
Zachary Purvis to supply.
- March
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Individual Study Programme
- Full-time, part-time or distance learning options
- Study of biblical, theological, practical and missional issues
- Flexibility – study modules from any department
- Gain credits towards a University of Glasgow degree
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QUOTE – Individual Study Programme
“The Individual Study Programme at ETS is a flexible and accessible way to study, as it enables students to select individual courses which are of interest to their specific situations. This modular approach also makes it easier to fit learning alongside other commitments and enables students to take a year-by-year decision about their studies. I have very much enjoyed being a student on the Individual Study Programme and have valued the interaction with the lecturers and other students as I learn.”
Caroline Dickson – ISP Student
Find out more about the ISP at https://ets.ac.uk/individual-study-programme/
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Visit the Seminary
Planning a trip to the beautiful city of Edinburgh? Why not come and visit ETS? We often welcome visitors to the Seminary and we would be happy to give you a personal tour of the building and its historic rooms.
For prospective students, this would be an ideal opportunity to meet the staff and students and sit in on lectures – we would love to meet you.
To arrange a visit, simply send us a message or get in touch via our website – ets.ac.uk/contact
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ISP QUOTE
“The Individual Study Programme is a personally created narrative to take you on a journey of discovery in God’s word. No matter age, geographical location, working or retired, minister or any other role in the church, there is a module which will suit you. Being able to choose any course means you are at liberty to take a module for love of the subject or because you can fit it to a specific role in your church family. Going deeper into God’s word means growing more like Christ.”
Ruth Aird – ISP Student
Find out more about the ISP at https://ets.ac.uk/individual-study-programme/
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ETHOS
While ETS has grown considerably over recent years, it is important that the Seminary continues to consider how it can further develop and use its resources to help the Church in its mission to the world.
We are constantly working to provide quality and wide-ranging theological education for our students through connections with local churches whilst offering facilities and opportunities for training and research.
Find out more about our mission here: https://ets.ac.uk/about/ethos-and-mission/
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- The MTh (Taught) in Scottish Church History and Theology is a supervised programme in which the student can explore a range of distinctly historical and theological topics from the Scottish Reformation to the 20th century.
- The MTh (Taught) in Missiology explores Mission from a theological, historical and practical perspective.
- MTh Research: opportunity to pursue academic research interests at postgraduate level in any relevant given area: Systematic Theology, Church History, Practical Theology or Biblical Studies (Old or New Testament).
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HISTORICAL
Does this building look familiar?
This watercolour was painted in the mid-1800s by Henry G. Duguid. According to the National Galleries of Scotland, Duguid produced an invaluable record of the city’s appearance prior to its extensive remodelling over the subsequent decades. There was a heightened interest in recording the Old Town at this time as many of the streets were being swept away during road building and general social improvement.
Find out more here.
- March
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VIDEO: Phil Lawson
“I’ve lived in Edinburgh a long time. I became a Christian in my teenage years. I’ve been working as a firefighter for 30 years in Edinburgh – always been interested in theological study but never had the opportunity to do it. So retiring a couple of years ago gave me the opportunity to come and study. I’m studying part-time. The other disadvantage of when you get a little bit older is that part-time is maybe a bit more manageable. I’m so glad I have the opportunity to come and study God’s word in a Christian college and from a Reformed point of view. It is just ideal that this is on my doorstep.”
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ETS Prayer Points – March 2023
- Pray for those who lead and teach at Edinburgh Theological Seminary, that they would inspire and train students for ministry.
- Staff focus: Please pray for Daniel Sladek, Lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew.
- Please give thanks the students who have graduated from ETS and gone into ministry and service. Pray that God would bless their work and uphold them as they serve.
Feel free to share these prayer points and know that your prayers for the Seminary, staff and students are greatly valued.
- March
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HISTORICAL QUOTE (Fortnightly)
Robert Rollock
Zachary Purvis to supply.
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QUOTE: MTh Research – Andy Longwe
“The Research Masters programme at Edinburgh Theological Seminary is a wonderful opportunity to do rigorous theological research in a unique and unparalleled environment – with literally thousands of books, journals and literature at your disposal and under lecturers whose sole aim is to help you love, glorify and revere God more.
The MTh at ETS shapes heart, mind, body and soul. Most importantly, it gives one the ability to further deepen their study of God’s word and God’s work in history for the sake of serving the church. I highly recommend it, especially, if you want to be further equipped for gospel ministry in the local church.”
Rev Andy Longwe (Pastor, London City Free Church)
To find out more, visit https://ets.ac.uk/master-of-theology-research
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Library & Study Resources
Students at ETS enjoy access to an excellent range of technology and library facilities.
The Seminary contains no less than ten different libraries, each with their own focus ranging from the theological to the historical, the practical to the missional, the exegetical to the specialised. Our students are also immensely privileged to have access to what is considered to be one of the best libraries in the UK – New College Library at the University of Edinburgh. Since 1904, our students have been permitted free access to their highly regarded resources.
The Seminary also houses a number of study spaces, large and small, to ensure that students are able to read, study, research and share their learning in a comfortable, studious atmosphere.
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Apply Now
We are currently receiving applications for our courses. Application forms for all courses can be found on our website – ets.ac.uk
We offer a wide range of programmes, all of which have online learning options available for those who cannot attend in person. If you have any questions about applying, please get in touch.
- March
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VIDEO: Benefits of Collegiate Study
“I studied here 25 years ago and many of the people I studied with are still my best friends… friendships are forged, the students get to know each other, they pray with one another, they pray for one another, they encourage one another…”
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MTh via Distance Learning
ETS offers a range of postgraduate MTh programmes, all of which can be taken from anywhere in the world via distance learning technology.
- The MTh (Taught) in Scottish Church History and Theology is a supervised programme in which the student can explore a range of distinctly historical and theological topics from the Scottish Reformation to the 20th century.
- The MTh (Taught) in Missiology explores Mission from a theological, historical and practical perspective.
- MTh Research: opportunity to pursue academic research interests at postgraduate level in any relevant given area: Systematic Theology, Church History, Practical Theology or Biblical Studies (Old or New Testament).
For more information on our postgraduate programmes visit ets.ac.uk.
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QUOTE: MTh Research – Israel Guererro
“Theology is essential for the Christian life. Therefore, the richness of studying, developing and applying theology should be a continuous honour and duty for those called to serve in the church. In this life, Christians must go deeper in different fields of theology to glorify God in the challenges of today. The MTh offered at ETS provides academic rigour in an atmosphere of piety and pastoral service in the heart of Edinburgh. Studying at ETS is an opportunity to learn and research the rich Reformed heritage that must be applied in our hearts, churches and society in the present day.”
Israel Guerrero (MTh Graduate)
To find out more, visit https://ets.ac.uk/master-of-theology-research
April
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Highlighting Accessibility / Equality of Opportunity
“I’d love to study theology, but am I eligible?”
Are you considering studying theology, but have concerns about a lack of qualifications, your age, a disability, your lack of availability, or finances?
One of our goals at ETS is to ensure equality of opportunity to access higher education at degree level to groups of people who rarely form part of the degree graduation statistics of institutes of higher education. In particular, the following groups are in mind:
- Life-long learners
- Those lacking initial academic qualifications
- Those who are facing disability challenges
- Those who have to balance family or work commitments and part-time study
- Those who are financially unable to sustain full-time study
Read more: https://ets.ac.uk/admissions/studying-theology-faq/
Contact the Admissions Office more information – https://ets.ac.uk/contact
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QUOTE – Access to Theology
The ETS Access Course one year, online, part-time course which provides an accessible and wide-ranging introduction to the essential foundations of a theological education.
“In this course, students get an introduction to the five academic departments at ETS. They get an overview of the big picture of the Bible and an introduction to key themes in theology, history and how we live out our faith day by day.
Students are from a wide variety of church backgrounds; they hail from many different parts of the U.K. and countries of the world; and they have a shared desire to learn more about God with a view to serving in his world and in his church. If this sounds interesting, please join us on Tuesday evenings!”
Dr Bob Akroyd – Course Organiser
To find out more, visit https://ets.ac.uk/courses/access-to-theology/
- April
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QUOTE: Megan Macdonald
Diploma in Christian Youth Work
“The Diploma in Christian Youthwork at ETS has been an amazing source of theological grounding and also a great practical learning curve. The theology lectures were easy to follow after the 8 installments I definitely felt like I had deepened my knowledge of both the Bible and God and explored my own faith further.
The information and different exercises from the youth work side of things was also very helpful, exploring how young people think and learn and how that can be different from adults. It was great to learn how to adapt material for different age groups in ways they would understand.
Overall, this course has been a real blessing and has helped me to gain more knowledge and skills on my journey to becoming a youth worker.”
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