The Foundation Certificate

The Foundation Certificate is a stand-alone, one-year course of mainly, but not exclusively, Old Testament material that will be taught by a variety of speakers in 40 sessions over 10 Saturday mornings, usually the first Saturday of the month, September through to June. 

The syllabus includes:

• An overview of 20 Old Testament books
• An introduction to essential Old Testament teachings
• Thumbnail biographies of important Old Testament characters
• Lectures on Old Testament theological themes 
  
  

The certificate is awarded on the basis of:

• Attendance at the Saturday lessons.
• Passing a short written multiple choice test during the academic year. 

As well as the Bible, one book, entitled ‘Christian Beliefs’ by Wayne Grudem, will be required reading for the course.

The cost for the course is £85.00 payable at the start of the course, or over the time of the academic course if required. 

The Foundation Certificate Course, in either the Old or New Testament, must be completed prior to enrolment in the Diploma in Biblical and Pastoral Studies

 
 Application forms are available here - FOUNDATION CERTIFICATE APPLICATION

Registration for this academic year closes 3rd August 2025