Language of this entry |
English (UK, International) |
Name of Programme / Training Resource |
Master of Theological Studies |
Type of Training |
Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
Reference Number |
MTS |
Description |
The purpose of this programme is to give an clear perspective of Theological Studies in the areas of Ministry, Doctrine and Education with emphasis on Christian Counselling, Christian Education, Religious Education and other theological disciplines. It is an exhaustive study of theology that equips students for many leading roles in their local church. This programme also grooms students for further study in the doctoral program. |
Keywords |
Old Testament Research, New Testament Research, Pauline Theology, Biblical Interpretation, Systematic Theology, Issues in Biblical Theology, Church History, Persuasion in Preaching, Basic Biblical Hebrew. |
Languages Programme Available in |
English (UK, International) |
Other Languages |
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Country and region where programme is available |
International (e.g. distance learning) / All international |
Area of Ministry and Focus |
Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Marriage and Family Guidance |
Residential/Non Residential |
Non Residential |
Full-time or Part-time |
Part-time |
Level |
Masters |
Cost Range |
US$100,000 or more |
Actual Cost |
2466 |
Bursaries/scholarships available |
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Actual Length |
3 years |
Average hours of study per week |
20 |
Methods of instruction |
Sermons, Liturgical analyses, Hermeneutical Essays, Reports, Timelines, Chronological analyses, Counselling Practicum, Christian Education Practicum, Ministry Practicum, DVDs, CDs, Practical Assignments, Simulations, Exam Question Creation, Lesson Plan Creation |
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) |
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Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) |
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Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). |
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Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) |
18 |
Prerequisite Programmes |
Students seeking entry to the Master's degree program must have a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 128 credits from an approved/recognised school. |
Other Prerequisites |
Students must have the ability to read and write English fluently. In addition, students should have the ability to comprehend and explain Scripture passages and to express personal thoughts in written form. |
Qualifications gained |
MTS |
Qualifications this programme is part of |
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Programme Accredited by |
CETA (Caribbean) |
Other Accrediting Bodies |
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