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 course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.