| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
|---|---|
| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Diploma in Theology (Dip.Th.) - Bengali medium |
| Type of Training | Individual standalone programme |
| Reference Number | Dip.Th. |
| Description | It is a 2-year basic leadership programme of 72 credit hours designed for those who have successfully completed high school (Class X Board) examination and desires to enter into full-time ministry as pastors and church workers. It is available in Bengali only. |
| Keywords | B.Th., Theological, Buntain, Pastor, Teacher, Bengal |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (UK, International) |
| Other Languages | English |
| Country and region where programme is available | India / West Bengal |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Theology |
| Residential/Non Residential | Mixed |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Diploma |
| Cost Range | Variable according to means |
| Actual Cost | US$ 750 per month |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | No |
| Actual Length | 3 years |
| Average hours of study per week | 40 |
| Methods of instruction | Lectures, Class works, Assignments, etc. |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | 80% (approx) |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | 10% (approx) |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | 10% (approx) |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 15 |
| Prerequisite Programmes | Class X (Madhyamik) pass |
| Other Prerequisites | 1. have a definite personal experience of salvation in Jesus Christ. 2. have a conscious call of God upon their lives for Christian service. 3. produce their academic certificates / mark-sheets in original. 4. be at least 18 years of age at the date of admission. 5. be in a good state of health. 6. have proficiency in the use of Bengali language. 7. have the local pastor's recommendation established by the involvement in the local church. 8. be of good reputation which will be verified by confidential reference forms. |
| Qualifications gained | Dip.Th. |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | |
| Programme Accredited by | ATA (Asia) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | Asia Theological Association |