Department of Philosophy
We seek to provide a philosophical basis for those who wish to specialize in philosophical studies and/or postgraduate studies leading to a career in philosophy or other related fields.
About the Department of Philosophy
The Philosophy Department currently offers one qualification, namely BA in Philosophy. The qualification is of three years duration. This programme envisages meeting the needs of two cohorts of students. First it is aimed at providing students who are preparing for ministerial priesthood in the Catholic Church with the philosophical training that is required in Church Law as basis for theology. Secondly, they aim at providing a philosophical basis for those who wish to specialise in philosophical studies leading to a career in philosophy and other related fields.
Related Programs
BA in Philosophy
The BA. Phil. is a comprehensive 3-year NQF Level 7 degree designed to ground students in classical and contemporary philosophical traditions, robust critical thinking, and logical reasoning, while meeting the foundational requirements for theological training or specialized professional careers.
- study of literature, linguistics & writing
- Critical reading & analytical skills
- Language structure, communication & creativity
BA in Theology
BA. Theo is a comprehensive, 360-credit NQF Level 7 degree designed to ground students in foundational scripture, historical and systematic theology, ethics, and practical ministerial leadership for contemporary church and community contexts.
- Laboratory experiments & practical applications
- Mathematical modeling and problem-solving skills
- Research methods and scientific analysis
BA in Human and Social Development
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Human and Social Development is useful for those persons who wish to engage, or who are already engaged in contexts of the public sector, non-governmental and private institutions as development practitioners, for example, working as Religious Accompaniment and Formation; Chaplaincy Work; in Ancillary Health Care Centres (dealing with HIV/AIDS, orphans elderly persons and Hospices); in Local Government and Community Development; in Non-Governmental Organizations and Faith-Based Organizations (dealing with humanitarian and environmental protection). This programme is designed to train leaders who can then serve in a professional and ethical manner both in society and in church settings in Africa and beyond.
Post-Graduate Diploma in Theology
PGDip in Theology a 1-year postgraduate programme equipping candidates for ministry with advanced pastoral, ethical, and practical administration skills. Designed both as professional preparation for ordained and lay leadership and as a research foundation for Master’s studies in Theology and Ministry.
Note: Candidates preparing for Catholic priestly ordination also require a theological degree and at least two years of philosophical studies.
- Data structures & algorithm mastery
- Practical labs, coding projects & internships
- Career-ready for IT & software industry jobs
