Certificate of Higher Education (QDL)

Students normally enter the CertHE programme at level 4 under one of the following categories:

• At least 1 pass at Advanced level
• OR 2 passes at Advanced Supplementary level
• OR Other formal qualifications deemed to be equivalent to the above by the admissions committee

For any other applicant not meeting standard entry requirements:

– Applicants will be asked to produce a piece of theological writing that demonstrates their capacity for working at level 4 of undergraduate study. This may include satisfactory completion of a recognised Access course.

– All such applicants are required to satisfactorily complete a face-to-face interview (either in person or online). They should also supply at least two satisfactory references.

To start the application process, please fill in the form below

• Student enquiry form

For information on applying for Disabled Students’ Allowance, and eligibility for it, please see our guidance here.

For further information, please contact admissions@queens.ac.uk

Modular costs for the CertHE are charged on a per credit basis. This fee covers your distance tutor, any classes or groups, online materials and the university validation.

Full details are available on the fees part of our website, or our annual fee sheet may be downloaded to your desktop. This includes further guidance on the associated costs of studying theology, along with information on what benefits you may be entitled to as a student.