15/01/2026
Art 19 of the Church Order states that: “The churches must take all necessary care to ensure that there are students in Theology who are supported by them”.
The General Synod 2026 confirmed that Candidate Students of the Reformed Churches in South Africa (GKSA), that is, students who are being trained to become Word Ministers within the GKSA, are trained by the Theological School Potchefstroom (TSP). Therefore, all GKSA students – current and prospective students – enroll at the TSP.
The Synod decided that the academic training of new candidate students, i.e. students who are first-years in 2026, can take place either at the Reformed Theological Academy (RTA) or at Mukhanyo Theological College (MTC). First-year students therefore have the choice of enrolling at the RTA or MTC via the TSP.
Prospective first-year students are requested to indicate in writing to the Registrar of the TSP, Mrs. Lieze Coetzer, at which institution each wishes to study. If further clarification is required regarding both institutions and/or the programmes offered at each, further clarification can be requested via the Registrar who will put students in contact with the Rector of the Theological School ([email protected]).
