Experienced Faculty

 

The seminary academic program is comprised of only one faculty; the theologicum.

The theological studies at St. Paul’s National Major Seminary last for four years. The classes are conducted only during weekdays from 8:30 am to 12:50 pm.

      Awards

I)  Diploma in Theological and Pastoral Studies (Kinyamasika)

The seminary awards a diploma in theological and pastoral studies to candidates who successfully complete their studies. A student is considered successful if he scores a minimum average of 60% in all the four years’ examinations. Any student, who falls short of this average, is presented with a certificate of attendance after the 4 years. However, the ordination to diaconate of any candidate who has failed to meet the diploma requirements is left upon his Bishop to decide.

 

II. Bachelor’s Degree in Theology (Urban University - Rome)

St. Paul’s national major seminary is affiliated to Urbaniana Pontifical University-Rome. Though it was first registered under Ggaba Seminary, in 2007 St. Paul’s Seminary got directly affiliated to the Urbaniana Pontifical University. Due to this affiliation, the school offers an opportunity for students to receive a B.A in theology after fulfilling the academic requirements of the entire 4 years. All students who score an average of 60% by the end of theology III are legible candidates to register for this award.

 

III. Master’s Degree in Theological and Religious Studies (MARTS) (MUK)

The seminary is also affiliated to Makerere University, Uganda. With this affiliation, the seminary offers a M.A degree in Religious and Pastoral studies to its students. This program is intended to equip the pastor skills required to offer a relevant role in the society which is so dynamic in terms of: education, social development and communication. This course enables the priest candidate to acquire skills of research and ecumenism so as to offer a way out on some situations of divisions, poverty and ignorance.

Students who qualify for this programme are those who have successfully completed at least a B.A in Philosophy in addition to the U.C.E and U.A.C.E.