Living faith. Deep learning. Hope for the world.

NTC offers formative theological education in a diverse and worshipping Christian community. You’ll study with world-class experts, explore real-life faith and develop skills that can be applied globally. Equipping you with explorative learning that’s theologically and culturally informed.

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University of Manchester-accredited degrees

Study for an internationally recognised degree accredited by The University of Manchester, while experiencing NTC’s distinctive approach to formative theological education. This partnership brings the assurance of rigorous academic standards and a qualification recognised by employers, churches, and institutions around the world.

Manchester Life

A multi-denominational, faith-driven learning community

Study in a supportive, multi-denominational community where faith-in-practice is a key part of your learning and development. Learn from different perspectives, participate in worship and study in a thriving community.

Community & Chaplaincy

A global passport for employment, mission and witness

NTC equips you for 21st century Christian life and ministry, with opportunities across different sectors that allow you to apply theological learning in practice. Our graduates have achieved incredible successes in innovative roles across ministry, community, ethics and leadership.

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You’re Not Alone: Finding Support and Belonging While You Study at NTC

Starting university can be a challenging and anxious time. You may have received and accepted your offer, and now, the waiting begins…

News and events – August

We’ve enjoyed a busy Summer here at NTC, as staff and faculty balance time off with visits to our communities…

OfS data on continuation, completion, and progression 2025.

This week, we received this year’s OFS continuation, completion and progression report. This report helps us to measure how students…

What Is Theology? Understanding the Study of Faith

So… What is Theology? If you are reading this, you’re probably wondering what Theology is, and maybe why you’d want…

Glowing Results: NTC tops national averages in student satisfaction

The National Student Survey saw NTC rated almost ten percent higher than the university sector as a whole across all…

News and events – July

As the summer months come into fruition, it’s a little quieter here at the college, but there’s still plenty of…

We welcome students from every corner of the globe to study with us

Our international students often join us from all corners of the globe with ambitious plans for their theological learning. Learn more about the application process for joining us as an international student, and the requirements you’ll need to study in the UK.

International Students

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Many students receive a calling to study at NTC and don’t possess the financial means to do so. Your support allows us to reduce financial burdens and allow some truly formidable scholars to dive deep into theological thinking before returning to plant seeds in their home countries.

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