Why Study at SMBC

SMBC is an interdenominational community, centred on the Bible. We see God powerfully at work in teaching and growing people for ministry and mission.

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Interdenominational

An interdenominational college brings breadth, depth, and balance to your theological education.
  • Sharpen your convictions through critical thinking as you step outside your regular Christian community and engage with multiple perspectives.
  • Define what is core to the gospel, and what is secondary.
  • Develop pastoral sensitivity and listening skills as you encounter how different convictions are lived out by faithful believers.
  • Prepare for collaborative ministry in diverse denominational and cross-cultural contexts.
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Learn in Community

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Study on campus – discover rich learning inside and outside the classroom.

We believe learning is more satisfying, meaningful, mutual, and transformative when it happens in the context of relationship. Our priorities, activities, and physical spaces all reflect this commitment.

SMBC is one of the few remaining theological colleges to offer residential accommodation. Living on campus offers significant benefits in preparation for ministry and mission.

Transformative Teaching

Be taught and mentored by a team of biblical scholars, theologians, pastors, and missionaries.

Our faculty is a team of biblical specialists, committed to guiding your learning journey.

Their academic expertise will stretch and deepen your biblical understanding, while their real-world ministry experience adds rich perspective to your spiritual formation and ministry preparation.

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