A conducive and well-resourced learning environment that supports both academic rigor and spiritual formation.
Shekinah Theological Seminary (STS) is committed to providing a conducive and well-resourced learning environment that supports both academic rigor and spiritual formation. The Seminary's facilities are thoughtfully designed to meet the diverse needs of students and faculty, enabling holistic theological education in a peaceful and purpose-driven setting.
STS houses a growing theological library with a diverse collection of resources in both English and Kiswahili. The collection includes:
The library supports coursework, research, and personal study, and is continually updated to reflect current theological scholarship.
In Tanzania, Theological Colleges are not registered under NACTIVET but are placed under the oversight of their respective religious denomination. Shekinah Theological Seminary operates under the leadership of Shekinah Presbyterian Church Tanzania. However, to ensure that our students can advance their studies and have their certificates recognized, we are in the process of registering with the Accrediting Council for Theological Education in Africa (ACTEA).
STS is committed to advancing theological scholarship, fostering global and local partnerships, and building strong networks for academic and ministerial growth. This dimension strengthens our role as not only a teaching institution but also a center for research, collaboration, and service.
STS encourages faculty and students to engage in theological research, writing, and publication that addresses both global theological discussions and contextual issues within African Christianity.
STS recognizes the importance of networks for ministry development. The Seminary is developing platforms for students, graduates, and faculty to connect with church leaders, mission agencies, and global Christian organizations.
This section positions STS not only as a training ground for pastors and leaders but also as a hub of knowledge creation, global collaboration, and lifelong ministry development.
STS uses a comprehensive grading system that combines continuous assessment and final examinations to ensure that student performance reflects the entire learning process — not just the final test.
Student performance is calculated based on the following components:
| Marks (%) | Grade | Description | GPA Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80 – 100 | A | Excellent | 4.0 |
| 75 – 79 | B+ | Very Good | 3.5 |
| 70 – 74 | B | Good | 3.0 |
| 65 – 69 | C+ | Fairly Good | 2.5 |
| 60 – 64 | C | Fair | 2.0 |
| 50 – 59 | D | Poor | 1.0 |
| 0 – 49 | F | Fail | 0.0 |
A student must obtain at least a C (60%) to pass any course.
A grade of D or F requires the student to retake the course and pay the prescribed retake fee.
The GPA is calculated by dividing the total grade points earned by the total number of courses taken. This system determines the student's academic standing and eligibility for graduation.
