About Vancouver School of Theology

Vancouver School of Theology, on the campus of the University of British Columbia, is a multi-denominational graduate school known for its theological innovations while being rooted in Christian traditions. Accredited by the Association of Theological Schools, and affiliated with UBC, VST is profoundly committed to compassionate interaction, spiritual exploration, and intellectual rigour, and its long-standing partnerships with First Nations. VST is a small, close-knit, inclusive and diverse community; our students come from all parts of the world, and our graduates are employed internationally providing outstanding leadership and scholarship.

VST, on the campus of the University of British Columbia, is a multi-denominational graduate school known for its theological innovations while being rooted in Christian traditions. Accredited by the Association of Theological Schools, and affiliated with UBC, VST is profoundly committed to compassionate interaction, spiritual exploration, and intellectual rigour, and its long-standing partnerships with First Nations. VST is a small, close-knit, inclusive and diverse community; our students come from all parts of the world, and our graduates are employed internationally providing outstanding leadership and scholarship.



Iona Pacific Inter-Religious Centre is the inter-religious and multi-cultural context for Vancouver School of Theology�¡�¯s core work of preparing leaders for tomorrow�¡�¯s world. The Centre draws upon the world�¡�¯s wisdom traditions, engaging critical local and global challenges, and exploring how religious traditions can illuminate and enhance productive responses to complex social problems. Iona Pacific models dialogical, constructive, and innovative research, and invites socially engaged learning with academic and lay leaders, elders and youth.