Laidlaw College - Laidlaw College

Studying theology is about seeking wisdom to live faithfully in the world. Theological study at Laidlaw is not only for those preparing for professional Christian ministry, but is also for those who are seeking to deepen and integrate their faith into every area of life.

At Laidlaw, we recognise that our diverse cultures offer unique perspectives on knowing God and understanding what it means to faithfully follow Jesus. Exploring theology from a Maoritanga posture provides a deeper understanding of life and faith. Find out more about Māori and Indigenous Theology here.

With programmes ranging from Certificate to Doctoral level, we offer flexible pathways for full-time or part-time learning to equip you for lifelong faithfulness and leadership in any vocation.

Are you keen to explore your faith, and grow in Christian leadership? Perhaps you have you just left high school and looking to set a great foundation? Grow in knowledge and love through Laidlaw’s Theology programmes, and allow your life to be grounded in the truth of the Gospel, ready for wherever life might take you. Explore key theological concepts that will ground your faith and equip you to lead others in their faith. Walk alongside our experienced lecturers who will give you the tools you need to take your faith out into the world, whatever vocation you choose.

"I'm super passionate about kids ministries and youth ministries. So Laidlaw has equipped me as I head into these spaces with children, with youth, to ground myself in something that is theologically sound. Having the opportunity to answer some of their questions that they come up with and know that I have a sound understanding of what they're trying to ask and how my answer is formed."

Charis Allison - Diploma in Christian Studies Graduate

Located within the School of Theology, the Laidlaw Graduate School (LGS) seeks to nurture and train emerging scholars through strong postgraduate programmes and the building of a strong scholarly community in which students and established scholars work closely together, each gaining from the engagement of ideas. See our postgraduate programmes below and find out more about postgraduate study here.

“I began to notice that as we were introduced to each major topic my whole grasp of who God is changed. It was formative. My love for God and my understanding about who He is, deepened. And I can’t wait to continue exploring.”

Isaac MacKenzie - Bachelor of Theology (Honours) Graduate

Biblically grounded

Foundational to everything we do at Laidlaw is a commitment to the good news of Jesus as revealed in the Bible. We equip students to engage with Scripture more deeply, and to live out of this story of hope in every area of life.

Integrated and missionally engaged

We are looking for students who want to live out the Gospel in everything they do – in church ministry, professional leadership, academic research, social entrepreneurship, community engagement – and in every other sphere of life. Our programmes are designed to give you the theological and practical tools to integrate faith everywhere, whatever your particular calling.

Lecturers who live what they teach

At Laidlaw you will be taught by brilliant teachers and researchers, many of whom are also serving as pastors, ministers, and Christian leaders across a range of vocations.

Interdenominational and multicultural

Laidlaw is an interdenominational community that serves across New Zealand’s churches. As New Zealand’s largest theological college, you will be immersed in a diverse community of staff and students from many cultures, united by evangelical faith and a common commitment to working out the Gospel in twenty-first century Aotearoa.

Theology