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Formed for Ministry,
Sent to the World

Presbyterian Theological Seminary Kumba — training men and women for ministerial service since 1952.

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MTh Application Deadline
30 April 2026
BTh Entrance Exam
15 May 2026
Orientation Week
01 September 2026
Semester Begins
02 August 2026
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1952
Year Founded
135+
Years of History
1,200+
Ministers Trained
6+
Denominations Served
3
Degree Programmes
5+
Countries Represented
About PTS Kumba

A Seminary Built on Faith, History and Academic Excellence

Presbyterian Theological Seminary (PTS) Kumba is one of the oldest theological institutions in Cameroon. Our history traces back to 1889 when Basel Missionaries opened a school in Douala to train catechists.

Officially constituted as a full theological college in 1952, the seminary relocated from Nyasoso to Kumba on 10th April 1988, and in 1994 was renamed Presbyterian Theological Seminary Kumba. Since 2016, PTS Kumba is mentored by the Protestant University of Central Africa (PUCA), Yaounde.

"To nurture men and women in Spiritual Formation, Theological Training, and Transformational Development for ministerial duties in a multicultural context founded on the Reformed tradition."
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Biblical Formation
Deep engagement with Old and New Testament studies
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World Christianity
Mission studies in a multicultural context
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Practical Ministry
Word, Sacraments, and community service
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Degree Programmes
BTh, MTh, MACL and PhD programmes
Academic Programmes

Degrees Designed for Ministry Impact

PTS Kumba offers four degree programmes spanning undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.

Undergraduate
BTh

Bachelor of Theology

3 Years

A three-year undergraduate programme covering Old & New Testament, Church History, Systematic Theology, Practical Theology, and African contexts. Students complete 180 credit points and a research paper.

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MTh

Master of Theology

2 Years

Introduced in 2008, the MTh offers advanced theological research across 120 credit points. Students complete 15 courses, a practicum, and a thesis (24 credits).

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Postgraduate
MACL

Master of Arts in Church Leadership

2 Years

The MACL equips church leaders with advanced skills in leadership, administration, and ministry management for both secular and ecclesiastical structures.

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Doctoral
PhD

Doctor of Philosophy in Theology

3–5 Years

The highest academic degree at PTS Kumba. Year 1 covers coursework and comprehensive examination; Years 2–3 are devoted to dissertation writing and defence.

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Our History

135+ Years of Faithful Witness

From a humble catechist school in 1889 to a graduate seminary serving multiple denominations.

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1889

Basel Missionaries Open School

Basel Missionaries open a school in Douala to train catechists — the earliest precursor to PTS Kumba, planting the seeds of theological education in Cameroon.

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1952

Catechist Training Institute Founded

The institution is officially constituted as a full theological college — marking the formal beginning of structured ministerial training.

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1988

Relocation to Kumba

On 10th April 1988, the seminary relocates from Nyasoso to Kumba, Meme Division, South West Region — establishing its permanent home.

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1994

Renamed PTS Kumba

The institution is renamed Presbyterian Theological Seminary Kumba, reflecting its elevated academic status and degree-awarding capacity.

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2008

MTh Programme Launched

The Master of Theology (MTh) programme is introduced, marking PTS Kumba's entry into postgraduate theological education.

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2023

70th Anniversary Celebration

PTS Kumba celebrates its 70th anniversary on June 4, 2023 — honouring over seven decades of faithful ministerial formation and gospel witness.

Leadership

Guided by Experienced Shepherds

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Rev. Dr. Kang Felix Esoh

Dean / Super Admin

MM

Mokoko Thomas Mbue

Lecturer

AM

Andonganim Moris

IT Manager

ML

Mbu Livingstone

Lecturer

MG

Mbua Gaius

Lecturer

Andonganim Moris Ambeise

Andonganim Moris Ambeise

Lecturer

FN

Fontem Kidzeru Nyuysemo

Lecturer

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Rev. Dr. Gladys Ekone Atem Wang

Vice Dean Academic Affairs

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Rev. Mbua Gaius Nyanshi

Vice Dean Students Affairs

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Rev. Dr. Kumo Ruphus Numfor

Registrar

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Miss Motuba Elna Lokili

Finance Officer

Admissions

Your Path to PTS Kumba

We welcome applicants from all Christian denominations who sense a call to ministry.

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Choose Your Programme

Determine whether you are applying for BTh, MTh, MACL, or PhD. Review entry requirements for each programme.

02

Complete Application Form

Fill out the online application form. For BTh, register for the entrance examination. For MTh, submit the full online application.

03

Submit Supporting Documents

Provide academic transcripts, certificates, reference letters from church leaders, a statement of purpose, and a passport photograph.

04

Entrance Examination (BTh)

BTh applicants write an entrance examination at designated centres: Kumba, Buea, Bamenda, Douala, Yaoundé, or Limbe.

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Interview & Review

Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview with the admissions committee.

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Admission & Registration

Successful candidates receive an admission letter and proceed to pay fees and complete registration before the academic year begins.

2026/2027 Key Dates

MTh Application Deadline
30 April 2026
BTh Entrance Exam Date
15 May 2026
Application Fee
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Denominational Partners

Training Pastors Across Denominations

PTS Kumba trains ministers for the broader Body of Christ in Cameroon and beyond.

PCC
Presbyterian Church in Cameroon
Primary Affiliation & Founding Body
CBC
Cameroon Baptist Convention
Partner Denomination
EEC
Eglise Évangélique du Cameroun
Partner Denomination
AC
Apostolic Church
Partner Denomination
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Other Christian Denominations
Open to all evangelical traditions
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Contact the Admissions Office

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Postal Address
P.O. Box 590, Kumba, Meme Division, South West Region, Cameroon
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