DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY
Candidate must be passed 10th class for Admission in Diploma in Theology. The duration of course of studies is two years, Candidates are permitted to complete within the period of 3 years.
Diploma in Theology
Duration: 2 Years
Level: Diploma after 10+2
Type: Diploma
Eligibility: 10+2
What is this course about?
Diploma in Theology is a Diploma level Theology course. A theology program offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of religious traditions and the impact that they have had, and continue to have, on the world in which we live today. The program focuses on the development of theological beliefs and practices across different religions, with special emphasis on Christianity and western civilization. Theology is a liberal arts program and is open to all, irrespective of beliefs or religious or non-religious background. It provides a vital space for critical dialogue in today’s multi-religious societies.
Diploma in Theology Course Suitability
Course is ideal for those who wish to enrich their knowledge areas without being committed to the completion of a master’s degree.
How is Diploma in Theology Course Beneficial?
The Programme will enhance proficiency in another language or languages, and will increase international career opportunities.
The aim of the course is to introduce students in a systematic manner to the body of coherent knowledge that is the classical discipline of theology as a means of preparing men and women for well-informed participation in the life of the church and, if students so choose, for ministry in one or more areas of pastoral practice. Students will be able to interpret and communicate from the Scriptures.
It is especially designed as the basic training and equipping of Christians for vocational as well as ministry in the local church.
Diploma in Theology Employment Areas
Ministry
Church Leadership
Chaplaincy
Pastoral Care
Church-run Non-Government Organization
Advance Courses in Diploma in Theology
Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.)
Master of Divinity (M.Div.,)
Master of Theology (Th.M.)
Course Features
- Lectures 73
- Quiz 1
- Duration 50 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language Kannada / English
- Students 10
- 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