12

week course

3

hour lecture each week

11

hours work each week

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Applications close 12 noon 21st August 2026

What you'll learn

Explore the Christian doctrine of God in depth through this rich and engaging short course, with particular focus on the doctrine of the Trinity and its significance for faith, ministry and contemporary Christian life. Drawing on Scripture, historical theology and systematic reflection, students will engage critically with key theological texts and traditions, examine classical and contemporary approaches to understanding God, and consider how doctrine shapes worship, spirituality and practice. Alongside careful study of biblical foundations and major theological voices, the course encourages thoughtful engagement with contemporary questions and equips students to integrate deeper doctrinal reflection into their own discipleship, leadership and ministry. 

Each week will consist of a three-hour interactive lecture. Student preparation will be expected based on the set reading for each week and any additional online activities. Alongside the 3 hour lectures each week there are around 8 hours of reading each week. As this is a non-accredited short course there are no assignments to be completed

Students are expected to attend all classes and interact on the online forums between lectures.

This course can be taken in person or online. 

Key Dates

Lectures take place on Thursdays 13:40-17:30

Teaching begins on Thursday 10th September and continues until Thursday 17th December with breaks on 1st October, 22nd October, 29th October and 26th November.

Who is this for?

This is a postgraduate module. Those applying to take this course need to have a miniumum of a DipHE in Theology or an accredited American MA in Theology of equivalent. Students may only take 2 postgraduate courses over the course of their short course study.

Cost

£350

Oak Hill alumni get one free short course per year.

Cancellation Policy

  • 90% refund for cancellations 14+ days in advance.

  • 50% refund for cancellations 7–14 days before the event.

  • No refund for cancellations less than 7 days before or on the day of the event.

If you have any questions pertaining to signing up for your course, group rates, or church rates email cpd@oakhill.ac.uk.

Course teacher

Dr Robin Barfield

Programme Director - Foundation Award, Practical theology
Learn more about Dr Barfield