Irish Baptist College
Programme Detail: Preparation for Ministry
| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
|---|---|
| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Preparation for Ministry |
| Type of Training | Individual standalone programme |
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| Description | An integrated vocational training for those wanting to prepare for Christian work. Suitable for pastors, missionaries, youth workers, children's workers, RE teachers and other spheres of service. |
| Keywords | Degree ministry gospel training vocational practical BD BTh |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (UK, International) |
| Other Languages | |
| Country and region where programme is available | United Kingdom / Northern Ireland |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / General Bible; Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Ethics; Bible Teaching and Training / Discipling and Training Others; Bible Teaching and Training / Preaching and Communication Skills; Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages; Bible Teaching and Training / Church History; Prayer, Worship and Spiritual Gifts / Prayer; Prayer, Worship and Spiritual Gifts / Worship; Personal Life and Holiness / Introduction to the Christian Faith; Personal Life and Holiness / Personal and Family Holiness; Personal Life and Holiness / Integrating Faith, Life and Work; Personal Life and Holiness / Fellowship and Interpersonal Skills; Mission and Evangelism / Evangelism and Apologetics; Mission and Evangelism / Cross-Cultural Mission and History; Mission and Evangelism / Church Planting and Multiplication; Mission and Evangelism / Missionary Team Care and Skills; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Church Growth and Development |
| Residential/Non Residential | Mixed |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Degree |
| Cost Range | From US$10,000 to less than US$100,000 |
| Actual Cost | £5370 20/21 EU students) |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | |
| Actual Length | 3 |
| Average hours of study per week | 40 |
| Methods of instruction | Lecturers use a variety of methods in the classroom: formal lectures, DVDs, team presentations, individual presentations. The practical placements in all 3 years are documented by the keeping of a journal. Personal growth and spiritual development are encouraged within the College community where we enjoy devotions and prayer times together. Tutors have extensive ministry experience and academic qualifications and work alongside students both formally in interviews, and informally throughout the term. |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | 40% |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | 40% |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | 20% |
| 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 | A levels or equivalent for under 21s. Mature students treated on their individual merits. |
| Other Prerequisites | Backing of a church fellowship. |
| Qualifications gained | BD or BTh |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | |
| Programme Accredited by | Other Accreditation (see below) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | University of Chester |
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