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Presbyterian Theological Faculty, Ireland

Belfast, United Kingdom · Public · Est. Not stated on the pages reviewed

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Location

Belfast, United Kingdom

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About the university

The Presbyterian Theological Faculty, Ireland (PTFI) awards postgraduate theology degrees under a Royal Charter, taught at Union Theological College in Belfast. Its undergraduate BA (Hons) Theology is validated and awarded by St Mary's University, Twickenham. Union says international students can apply, and that non-UK or Irish nationals need a Student visa for study of six months or more.

For Indian students the options are narrow. The BA (Hons) Theology has applications suspended, the MA and MTh degrees are taught online, and the Master of Divinity is part time. The full-time PhD in Theology is the programme listed here, with its published international fee.

Type
Theological college; PTFI validates postgraduate degrees under its Royal Charter
Teaching institution
Union Theological College, Belfast
Subjects
Theology, biblical studies and ministry only
Programmes
10 listed, including BA, MA, MTh, MDiv and PhD
Intakes (MTh)
Autumn and Spring semesters

Rankings

    Popular courses with Indian students

    • Postgraduate

      PhD Theology

      Fee / year
      £17,300
      Duration
      Full time or part time (length not stated; thesis of 80,000–100,000 words)
      Intakes
      Ask Union Theological College
      English
      IELTS Academic 7.0 (6.5 in all elements) or TOEFL iBT 100 (20 in each skill), the postgraduate requirement
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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
    PhD TheologyFull time or part time (length not stated; thesis of 80,000–100,000 words)£17,300≈ ₹21.1 lakh

    Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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    Scholarships

      Admission requirements

      Undergraduate

      • Applications for the BA (Hons) Theology are currently suspended. Its usual requirement is BBB at A level or equivalent, with five GCSEs at grade C/4 including English Language.

      Postgraduate

      • PhD: typically a master's degree or equivalent in theology or a related discipline.
      • Taught master's applicants send a CV, a sample of academic work, a letter of intent and two signed references, at least one academic.
      • The MA in Theology and the MTh degrees are taught online, and the MDiv is part time; ask the college whether any route can lead to a Student visa.

      Documents

      • CV and letter of intent
      • Sample of academic work
      • Two signed references (at least one academic)
      • Academic transcripts and degree certificates
      • English language certificate, if applicable
      • Proof of identity, name and date of birth

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      English language requirements

      English requirements
      Test or routeTypical requirement
      IELTS (postgraduate)IELTS Academic 7.0 with at least 6.5 in all elements, taken within two years of the programme start.
      TOEFL iBT (postgraduate)100 overall with at least 20 in each skill.
      IELTS (BA Theology)6.0 with 5.5 in all elements, or TOEFL iBT 80 (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 17).
      English-taught degreeNationals of, or degree holders from, majority English-speaking countries are normally assumed to meet the UKVI requirement.

      Accommodation and living costs

      The Union Theological College pages we opened do not describe student accommodation or its costs; ask the college office.

      Accommodation and living costs
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      Campus and location

      PTFI's degrees are taught at Union Theological College in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

      • Theology, biblical studies, ethics and ministry programmes.
      • MA and MTh degrees delivered online, some through the Alexandrian Institute.
      • Ordained ministry and deaconess training programmes.
      • International students can pay fees online through TransferMate.

      Careers and graduate outcomes

      Union's MDiv is designed for advanced study of the disciplines needed for Christian ministry. The college publishes no graduate employment figures on the pages we opened.

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      FAQs

      Can Indian students study at Union Theological College?

      International students can apply, and Union says non-UK or Irish nationals need a Student visa for study of six months or more. Its BA is suspended and its taught master's degrees are online or part time, so check with the college which route suits a Student visa.

      What does the PhD cost for international students?

      For 2026/27 entrants, £17,300 a year full time (£8,650 part time), plus a £210 annual registration fee.

      What English score do postgraduates need?

      IELTS Academic 7.0 with 6.5 in all elements, or TOEFL iBT 100 with 20 in each skill.

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