Training pathways for ordinands

Oak Hill has trained Church of England ordinands alongside other students for decades. We find it a richly collaborative experience for those going into the Church of England to learn with those serving in other contexts. 

Ordinands study mainly alongside other students, with some specific modules and training for those going into Church of England ministry. 

We have four standard ordination training pathways approved by the Church of England's Ministry Development Team (MDT).

• DipHE Theology, Ministry and Mission (part-time and full-time)
• BA (Hons) Theology, Ministry and Mission
• MA Theology, Ministry and Mission

Most ordinands apply for either the DipHE or BA (Hons), depending on how many years training they are recommended for. Those who already hold a qualification in theology may be eligible to apply for the MA:

• The MA is studied part time at Level 7, alongside a wider selection of modules to make the overall pathway full time over two years.

Please read the relevant programme descriptions for more information.

Any other training pathway would be considered non-standard and would therefore require the agreement of the sponsoring diocese, MDT and Oak Hill.

 I love the fact that lots of the lecturers here have been pastors themselves so they are rooted in their experience and what it actually look like in day to day ministry. The Anglican stream is a real strength and I have appreciated learning alongside brothers and sisters from different denominations from whom I can learn much.

I invariably found my fellow students and the staff to be deeply thoughtful and considerate people."