Diploma in Theological Studies is a diploma in Religious Studies programme offered by Atlantic School of Theology in Halifax, Canada. The programme is delivered fully online. Tuition for international students is CAD 597 per credit (CAD 597 per credit for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Religious Studies
Delivery: Online
Local tuition: CAD 597 / credit
International tuition: CAD 597 / credit
Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
This program leads to a Diploma in Theological Studies, delivered entirely online through the school's learning platform from its Halifax base. The curriculum is organized into four components: an introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures covering the Pentateuch and prophetic literature, an introduction to the Christian Scriptures covering the Gospels and Pauline letters, an introduction to Christian theology addressing major themes in the Christian theological tradition, and an introduction to pastoral ministry addressing major themes in ministry practice, with critical methods of biblical study applied throughout the scripture components. The diploma is intended as an entry point into theological study for people curious about the field who are not seeking a full degree program, offering a structured but self-contained introduction to biblical, theological, and pastoral subject matter that can be completed independently of a broader academic commitment.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Admission requires a high school diploma or its equivalent; no minimum grade average or standardized English-language test score is published for this diploma. The programme is intended for those curious about theological study who do not wish to pursue a full degree; all four components are delivered entirely online, so applicants must have an up-to-date computer and high-speed internet access. Applicants submit the Diploma in Theological Studies (DTS) Application Form to the Academic Office along with a $65 application fee. Per-component tuition is $597, plus roughly $70 in course materials. Students may begin the program in September or January, but must complete program enrollment before taking any individual component.
Application Details
Start Date:September and January
Application Deadline:Applications are accepted year-round; submit by 15 August 2027 for September 2027 admission or 1 November 2026 for January 2027 admission.
