Available Programmes of Study

Regular Programmes
  • Diploma in Theology
  • Diploma in Church Music
  • Diploma in Religious Studies (awarded by University of Ibadan)
  • Bachelor of Theology/Integrated Studies ( *Mission *Pastoral *Biblical)
  • Bachelor in Religious Studies
  • Bachelor in Christian Education
  • Postgraduate Diploma of Theology (Comprehensive)
  • Master of Theology * Missiology * Pastoral Theology
  • Master in Leadership Policy and Strategic Studies
  • Master in Theology and Development Studies
Sandwich Programmes
  • Diploma in Pastoral Studies
  • Diploma in Theology
  • Bachelor of Theology
  • Doctor of Ministry in Leadership and Development Studies
External Programmes
  • Diploma in Pastoral Studies
  • Bachelor in Pastoral Studies
  • Bachelor of Theology
Programmes in the Pipeline

The Seminary has plans to start running the following programmes soon. We hope to commence them before the expiration of this prospectus:

  • Certificate in Conflict Management
  • Diploma in Conflict Management (Dip. CM)
  • Diploma in Music
  • Doctor of Ministry
  • Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies (to be affiliated with the University of Ibadan)

Application for Admission

Application for admission into any programme is through the purchase of Admission Scratch Card and the subsequent filling of online form through the Seminary Admission Portal https://tacnseminaryedu.org/admission

After the payment of the specified fee into The Apostolic Church LAWNA Theological Seminary, Ilesa Account Number: 0049322503 of ACCESS BANK you can do either of the following:

  1. Visit the college or any other designated sale point to pick your admission card
  2. Whatsapp or text the payment teller or sms alert to 07069324199, 09081207871 and your Scratch card Pin shall be forwarded to you after payment confirmation

Admission Requirements and Duration of Programmes

Requirements for admission into the various academic programmes of The Apostolic Church Nigeria Theological Seminary, Ilesa are as follow:

Programme Admission Requirements Duration
Diploma in Church Ministry
(External Programme)
The programme is for church officers, sectional movements´ leaders and church workers. Matured candidates who are articulate in English Language and have longtime ministerial experience may be considered for admission. 2 sessions
Diploma in Pastoral Studies
(Regular/ Sandwich/External Programmes)
Certificate in Theology of The Apostolic Church Nigeria Theological Seminary, Ilesa or any other recognized theological Institution or proof of attendance of Senior Secondary School or LAWNA Eiders Orientation Course or Vacation Improvement Course. Matured candidates who are articulate in English Language and have longtime ministerial experience may be considered for admission. 3 sessions Regular
4 sessions Sandwich
Diploma in Theology
(Regular/ Sandwich/External Programmes)
Minimum of three 'O' level credit passes and two passes including English Language or Certificate in Theology of The Apostolic Church Nigeria Theological Seminary Ilesa or any other recognized theological institution with at least two 'O' level credit passes and two passes. 3 sessions Regular
4 sessions Sandwich
Bachelor of Theology (3-year regular) Diploma in Theology/Religious Studies from The Apostolic Church Nigeria Theological Seminary, Ilesa, University of Ibadan or any recognized theological institution.
OR
Two 'A' Level merit passes in C.R.K. AND English Language with the 'O' Level requirement.
OR
A good first degree/HND or equivalent from any recognized institution.
3 academic sessions
Bachelor of Theology (4-year regular & external programme). Five 'O' Level credit passes including English Language and Christian Religious Knowledge. C.R.K. may be waived for candidates possessing a good Certificate in Theology. 4 academic sessions
Bachelor of Theology (Sandwich) Diploma in Theology/Religious Studies from The Apostolic Church Nigeria Theological Seminary, Ilesa or any other recognized institution with the 'O' level requirement for the regular B.Th
OR
A post-secondary school academic qualification with the 'O' level requirement for the regular B.Th.
"Student Pastors" in The Apostolic Church Nigeria are not allowed in any of the Sandwich Programmes of the Seminary unless they have put in at least 5-year full-time ministerial service.
5 contact sessions for 'O' levels
4 contact sessions for those possessing any of the listed requirements.
Post Graduate Diploma In Theology (PGDT)
  • Five 'O' Level credit passes including English Language and Christian Religious Knowledge. C.R.K. may be waived for candidates possessing a good Certificate in Theology.
  • HND/B.A/B.Sc in any discipline from any recognized higher institution
  • 2 years Regular
  • 3 contact session Sandwich
Master of Theology (M.Th)
  • Post graduate Diploma in theology (PGDT)/B.Th or B.A in Theological related courses from any recognized Seminary or University
  • 2 years Regular
  • 3 contact session Sandwich
Doctor in Ministry (D.min.)
  • Master of Theology or Arts in theological related fields from any recognized Seminary or University
  • 3 years program