The area of Christian studies refers to the study of Jesus Christ, the Bible, the apostles and different faith denominations and beliefs. Many programs also introduce students to other religions, such as Islam and Judaism.

There are three major universities located in Sierra Leone that attract both local and international students. In addition, there are several specialized institutions of higher learning that focus on training future educators as well as facilities that focus on training clergymen.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.