FIRST CYCLE LEVEL 6 IN THEOLOGY

190.5 ECTS

Program Objectives

Designed for believers who possess a high school diploma or equivalent qualification and demonstrate a calling to full-time ministry, this program provides three years of systematic training. It aims to establish a solid biblical and theological foundation, equipping students with the competencies necessary for professional ministry.

Comprehensive Training: The curriculum integrates fundamental theology with pastoral practice, ensuring the simultaneous development of doctrinal knowledge and ministerial skills.

Intercultural Humanities Literacy: Particular emphasis is placed on cultivating a background in the humanities, specifically through the in-depth study of European culture. This enables students to conduct effective evangelical outreach within diverse social contexts.

A Growth Environment of Communal Life: Through a three-year residential requirement, students cultivate profound relationships with peers from diverse backgrounds. Under the consistent mentorship and guidance of resident faculty, students collectively discern divine calling and exercise their spiritual gifts.

Program Requirements and Completion Period

Program Requirements and Duration

Credit Requirements: 190 ECTS.

Curriculum Structure: 160 ECTS of core (required) and 30 ECTS of elective.

Duration: Designed as a three-year full-time program, with a maximum completion timeframe of eight years.

Residency: To facilitate the development of full-time pastoral personnel, the program mandates six semesters of on-campus residency.

CODETITLEECTS
SCRIPTURE40
OT206Introduction to the OT I5
OT207Introduction to the OT II5
NT203Introduction to the NT I5
NT204Introduction to the NT II5
Biblical Book Study: Electives based on course offerings. Students must complete two books each from the Old and New Testaments.20
THEOLOGY AND TRADITION23
CH204Introduction to Church History I5
CH205Introduction to Church History II5
ST204Introduction to Systematic Theology I5
ST205Introduction to Systematic Theology II5
ST235Apologetics3
LANGUAGE AND INTERPRETATION17
HE101Engaging Scripture: Practical Tools for Biblical Reading5
EN101English I3
EN102English II3
EN103English III3
EN104English IV3
MINISTRIES AND PRACTICE24
PA1024Preaching Method I5
PA1034Preaching Method II5
PA2041Introduction to Pastoral Theology5
PA2133Worship: Theory and Practice3
PA239Small Group Ministry and Church Growth3
PA256Discipleship3
NotePrerequisite: Bible Studies Methods is required prior to enrolling in Preaching Method I & II.
FORMATION AND PRACTICUM33
LI101Spiritual Formation3
LI131–136Formation Group I–VI1 each course
LI124Self-awareness and Growth3
PC100Educational Practicum3
PC111–115Internship I–V3 each course
Short-Term Ministry Practicum or Summer Internship3
CHRISTIAN LIBERAL EDUCATION19
LE201Appreciation of Western Classic Works5
LE202Exploring Western Philosophy5
LE205Thinking Method3
LE207Historical and Social Transformations in Europe3
LE208Introduction to European Culture and Thought3
ELECTIVES AND OTHERS34
TH104Research Methodology and Writing I2
TH105Research Methodology and Writing II2
Electives30