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We offer students access to essential academic materials, research resources, and a supportive environment for learning and discovery.
Professional educators
At SJTI, experienced and dedicated lecturers guide students through quality academic formation, nurturing faith and skills for lifelong achievement.
Focus on achievement
We focus on forming students in faith, character, and academic excellence, empowering them to pursue their goals and making an impact in the world
Empowering students to lead the future
Welcome to St. Joseph's Theological Institute. SJTI has grown into one of the leading Catholic institutions of higher education in South Africa.
Departments and Programs
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Academics and programs
Discover SJTI's academic programs designed to nurture faith, develop knowledge and skills, and prepare students for future service, professional excellence and lifelong learning
Post-Graduate Diploma in Theology
PGDip in Theology a 1-year postgraduate programme equipping candidates for ministry with advanced pastoral, ethical, and practical...
Read MoreBA in Human and Social Development
B.Sc. in Nursing equips students with professional clinical skills, compassionate patient care training, and medical knowledge, preparing...
Read MoreBA in Theology
B.Sc. in Physics provides deep understanding of physical laws, experimental skills, and analytical thinking, preparing students for...
Read MoreBA in Philosophy
BA in English builds strong language, literature, and communication skills, enhancing creative and analytical thinking for careers...
Read MoreSJTI School life
Undergraduate
Department of Philosophy
We seek to provide a philosophical bases for those who wish to specialize in philosophical studies leading to a career in philosophy and other related fields
Department of Theology
This qualification seeks to provide a contemporary and contextual understanding of the
Christian faith, ethics and moral regeneration in a rapidly changing and pluralistic society.
Department of Development Studies
We offers a people-centred training to men and women who are capable of academic
competency within the
fields of the humanities and social sciences such as sociology, psychology, environmental science,
education development, counselling and social work.
Graduate
Post Graduate Diploma in Theology
We offer Post-Graduate Diploma in Theology, a one-year postgraduate programme focused on equipping candidates for ministry with the knowledge, practical skills, and ethical grounding required to perform their pastoral duties in a professional, ethical, and efficient manner.
In addition to theological training and pastoral skills, the programme provides students with rigorous training in research methodology, fulfilling the necessary prerequisites for admission into Master’s degree programmes in Theology and Ministry.Students preparing for priestly ordination in the Catholic Church must, in addition to holding a Bachelor's degree in Theology, provide proof of having completed at least two years of philosophical studies.
Formation for Formators
The SJTI Formation for Formators programme is dedicated for men and women for the ministry of formation by offering a comprehensive, spiritual, collaborative and experiential approach to formation ministry.
Short Courses
We offer relevant short courses that equip participants with practical knowledge and leadership skills for effective parish management, pastoral teamwork, stewardship, communication, and lasting parish leadership.











