Welcome to the United Theological College Library — the heart of learning, research, and reflection at UTC.
We are dedicated to supporting the learning, teaching, research, and innovation needs of the college community. We provide a welcoming space and a wide range of resources and services that assist our students, faculty, and researchers in achieving their academic and ministerial goals.
OUR MISSION
To acquire, organise, disseminate and facilitate equitable access to decentralised, relevant and appropriate information resources and services that support the teaching, learning, research and community activities of UTC learners, tutors and researchers.
OUR VISION
The United Theological College Library is a technologically leading library that supports the teaching, learning, and research needs of the institution. The library aligns with the needs of a fully accredited institution that prepares men and women for faithful service and authentic development, promoting the wellbeing of God’s people as they seek meaning in life.
The UTC library is a learning centre where every user feels welcome, has the opportunity for quiet reflection in a non-threatening, neutral space, and, through the resources, the environment and the staff, has a positive and rewarding experience. Our library has well-trained, user-focused staff dedicated to providing the highest-quality service and encouraging one another’s continuous growth for the benefit of users and staff.
We are committed to the provision of quality information for men and women who want to attain the highest standards of professional and academic excellence in their quest for the development of communities and the nation at large, for the betterment of all citizens.
OUR COLLECTION
The UTC Library holds over 22,000 volumes comprising around 12,000 unique titles, carefully curated to support theological education and ministerial formation.
Our collection covers:
Core Theological Disciplines
- Biblical Studies (Old and New Testament)
- Systematic Theology
- Church History and Historical Theology
- Missiology and Missions
- Pastoral Ministry and Practical Theology
- Christian Ethics and Moral Theology
- Leadership and Management
- Pastoral Counselling and Care
Protestant and Ecumenical Traditions
- Protestant Theology and Reformation Studies
- Ecumenical Theology and Ecumenism
- Wesleyan and Methodist Studies
- Lutheran, Reformed and Anglican Traditions
- Evangelical and Pentecostal Theology
- African Independent Churches and African Initiated Theology
Contextual and Contemporary Theologies
- African Theology and African Christianity
- Black Theology and Liberation Theology
- Feminist, Womanist and Gender Theologies
- Contextual and Intercultural Theology
- Ecotheology and Theology of Creation
- Public Theology and Theology of Development
Interdisciplinary and Support Areas
- Liturgy and Worship
- Homiletics and Preaching
- Christian Education
- Interfaith Studies and Comparative Religion
- Church and Society, Religion and Social Justice
- Reference and Special Collections, including dedicated African Collection
In pursuit of its mission, the library provides relevant, credible and up-to-date sources of information that are critical to the academic life of the institution and provides a dynamic learning environment and quality user-centred information services that enhance teaching, learning and research while inculcating life-long learning skills and fostering human development.
A SPACE FOR EVERY LEARNER
More than just books, the library is a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Whether you need a quiet corner for personal reflection, resources for your research paper, or guidance from our professional staff, you will find a supportive and inspiring home here.
We invite you to visit, explore, and make the UTC library your partner in your journey of faith, learning, and service.