Northern College works with its ecumenical partners at Luther King House and in the Southern Northwest Training Partnership to provide courses in contextual theology, integrating academic excellence with practical experience in church and community.

Those preparing for ministry of Word and Sacrament normally study on either the Foundation Degree/B.Th or the MA in contextual theology.

Those preparing for church-related community work follow a community work pathway within the FdA/B.Th, leading to a qualification in community work which is recognised by the England Standard Boards, and theology.

Many ministers serving in the United Reformed Church take our MA or short courses within it, as part of their continuing education and professional development.

All of the courses in the partnership are open to lay people, and as part of our commitment to learning for the whole church, we are developing a programme of short courses along with our ecumenical partners.