Bachelor in Theology
Duration: 3 Years
Level: Graduation
Type: Degree
Eligibility: 10+2
Who’s Eligible for this course?
BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY: – Candidate must be passed 12th class or Diploma in Theology for Admission in Bachelor of Theology. The duration of course of studies 3 years, Candidates are permitted to complete within the period of 4 years.
What is this course about?
The Bachelor of Theology critically examines life and faith through the study of the Bible, theological traditions and historical contexts. The Bachelor of Theology assists students to develop knowledge across broad areas of theology, as well as depth in areas of interest. It develops research and communication skills, and prepares graduates for further theological study.
Course learning outcomes
Graduates of the Bachelor of Theology:
Have a coherent and critical knowledge of Christian theological traditions and methodologies, with focused knowledge in at least one area.
Can articulate the knowledge they have acquired to generate insights and communicate them through clear reasoned argument.
Are able to engage theological traditions and contemporary culture.
Have a theologically informed basis for engagement and service.
Follow on study
Graduates have access to a range of postgraduate courses at Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Masters Levels.
Bachelor of Theology & Employment Areas
Educational Institutes
NGOs
Worship Places
Religious Organizations
Charities
Bachelor of Theology Job Types
Healthcare Worker
Religious Teacher
Missionary
Relief Worker
Children’s Pastor
Resident Director
Non-profit Program Administrator
Advance Courses in Bachelor of Theology
Master of Divinity (M.Div.,)
Master of Theology (Th.M.)
Doctor in Ministry (D.Min.)
Doctor of Theology (D.Th.,)
Course Features
- Lectures 73
- Quiz 1
- Duration 50 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language Kannada / English
- Students 11
- Assessments Yes
Curriculum
- 17 Sections
- 73 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
- 111 Old Testament SurveyA study of the thirty–nine books of the Old Testament in their historical, geographical and cultural contexts. This class is intended to give the student a grasp of the principal theme and outstanding features of each book, as well as to show its relationship to the other books of the Bible. Extensive reading of the Scriptures is required.6
- 113 Personal spiritual life & interpretation as learnt from Biblical charactersThe principles of stewardship are considered as they relate to the whole and total life, including time, talents, opportunities, money, homes and the Christian Ministry. The course is geared to emphasize the responsibility of the Christian as a steward of God.5
- 115 Mission & CulturesThe study covers the emphasis of mission in the N.T. and the basic model of communication in the context.4
- 123 Gospel of LukeA study of life of Jesus Christ addressed to a Gentile with a focus historical emphasis and universality of the Gospel5
- 124 Life & Ministry of Jesus Christ4
- 131 Introduction to Systematic Theology - IStudy of the Bible and God. The course shows how the Bible came to us. Consideration is given to such subjects as Revelation, Inspiration, Translation, Preservation, Canonization and Transmission. The study of God (Theology Proper) includes the character and Being of God; His unity and Triunity, His attributes and Decrees.5
- 161 Evangelism and DiscipleshipThis class is designed to enable students to reflect on their experience of salvation and be able to share their faith other by the use of proper scriptures and methods of evangelism. Scripture memorization is encouraged and required in this course.5
- 171 English – I (Grammar)Basic courses in grammar to increase speed of reading and to improve the vocabulary. Students’ exercises and feedback will be encouraged and required.3
- 112 PentateuchA comprehensive study of the five books i.e. Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. Relevant secular history, geography and archaeological discoveries will be included.4
- 116 Minor Prophets4
- 120 New Testament SurveyA study of the twenty-seven books of the New Testament in their historical, geographical and cultural context. This class is intended to give the student a grasp of the themes and outstanding features of each book as well as to show its relationship to the other books of the Bible.5
- 122 Gospel of MatthewA study of the life and teachings of Jesus in contrast to Old Testament from the point of view of Matthew, an Evangelist to the Jews.4
- 126 Mission & Communication268 The study covers the wider and deeper perspective of the communication of the Gospel in diverse contexts.4
- 127 Christian Education4
- 132 Systematic Theology - II4
- 144 Indian Church HistoryThis course looks at the history of the professing Indian Christian Church, starting from the beginning of Christian witness to the present. It looks at the tradition of St Thomas followed the Syrian tradition and the arrival of Portuguese missionaries and the late development of the protestant missionaries and their impact on the modern churches.5
- 172 English – II (Composition)A study of English composition with special emphasis on the form of discourse, organization of papers, the use of the library, note taking and compilation in a research paper.3
