Theological Studies
Explore the depths of theology, and know why you believe what you believe.
Whether you’re seeking to enrich your personal journey or prepare for ministry, Theology at Laidlaw offers you the tools to engage with Scripture, church history, and contemporary life.
Grow in wisdom, deepen your relationship with God, strengthen your convictions, and make a lasting impact in your community and beyond. Study with a faculty who worship Jesus, honour the Bible, love the Church, and work for the renewal of community, with a faith that thinks, loves, and transforms.
Study Options
Studying Theology at Laidlaw can take many shapes, from Diploma level, to a Bachelors degree, or Postgraduate Study and Research.
"I've loved studying Theology. My favourite course was Systematic Theology, which enabled me to dig deep into my faith. Learning about the dance of the Trinity helped me to understand the depth of God's love and his salvation."
Jeena Song - Theology Graduate
Theology staff
Our staff are world-renowned academics, leaders in their field and passionate about helping others to grow in confidence to understand God's word and how it applies to their lives.
Rev. Dr Myk Habets
Senior Lecturer (Theology)
Myk is Senior Lecturer in Theology at Laidlaw College and has Senior Researcher status with AUT and ACT. He is also a Baptist pastor. Myk lectures in Systematic Theology and Ethics and has lectured at a number of universities and colleges in New Zealand and abroad. Read more about Myk Habets here.
Dr Gregory J. Liston
Senior Lecturer (Theology)
Greg is a Senior Lecturer in Theology, and is the lead academic for the undergraduate programs within the School of Theology. He teaches primarily in systematic theology, with a particular focus on ecclesiology and gospel witness in contemporary culture. Read more about Gregory Liston here.
Dr Ryan Lang
Professional Teaching Fellow - School of Theology
Ryan Lang teaches in theology at Laidlaw College and is based at our campuses in Auckland. He was born in Pakistan, where his parents served as relief workers, and he grew up between there and Aotearoa. Read more about Ryan Lang here.
Dr Samuel Carpenter
Research and Professional Teaching Fellow
Sam teaches into Laidlaw’s Church History courses with a specialist focus on New Zealand religious and political history. He leads Te Rongopai ki Aotearoa Project at Laidlaw that is exploring the multidimensional relationships of Christianity and Māori society. Read more about Dr Samuel Carpenter here.
Rev. Dr Maja Whitaker
Academic Dean | Lecturer (Theology)
Maja is the Academic Dean at Laidlaw College; she oversees all programme development and delivery and contributes to the development and outworking of College strategy. She is also a lecturer in the School of Theology, and has served as Practical Theology Lead and with the School of Theology Leadership team. Read more about Maja Whitaker here.
Dr Roshan Allpress
National Principal | CEO
Roshan commenced as National Principal/Chief Executive of Laidlaw College in 2017. He holds degrees in History from Canterbury and Oxford, with research interests in the history of social and cultural reform, evangelicalism and religious reform, the origins of philanthropy and humanitarianism, and intersections of theology and political economic thought. Read more about Roshan Allpress here.
Rev. Dr Stuart Lange
Senior Research Fellow - School of Theology
Stuart completed his PhD from the University of Otago, through a study on the history of twentieth-century evangelical Christianity in New Zealand. He also holds an MA with first class honours in History from Auckland University and a BD from the Melbourne College of Divinity. Read more about Stuart Lange here.
Rebecca de Jong
Theology Lecturer
Rebecca de Jong is passionate about all things mission. Rebecca completed a BTh through Laidlaw College and a MA in Missiology through All Nations Christian College (UK). Rebecca has been a missionary in Myanmar for twelve years with her husband, John, and four children. Read more about Rebecca de Jong here.
Bradford Haami
Pou Amorangi/Māori Director
Bradford Haami (Ngati Awa) is the current chair of Te Rūnanga o te Wānanga Amorangi - The Māori Council for Laidlaw College - and sits on the governing board of the college. He is a lecturer in biculturalism at Laidlaw College and holds a Graduate Diploma in Indigenous Theology. Read more about Bradford Haami here.
Immanuel Koks
Professional Teaching Fellow
Profile to come.