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Master's College and Seminary

Programme Detail: Bachelor of Religious Education - Main Campus

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Bachelor of Religious Education - Main Campus
Type of Training Individual standalone programme
Reference Number
Description Designed for students presently attending (or planning to attend) other post-secondary institutions. Transfer 47 credit hours with your two- or three-year college diploma or two years of university into this fast-tracked program. Meets the educational requirements for licensed minister credentials with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC).
Keywords degree, biblical theology, pastor, licensed minister, credentials
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International); English (USA)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available Canada / Ontario
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 / Preaching and Communication Skills; Bible Teaching and Training / Church History; 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 / Short-Term Mission
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Degree
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost CDN$36,913 2-yr Program
Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 2 years full-time
Average hours of study per week 15
Methods of instruction If you have completed at least two years of university, or have graduated with a two or three-year diploma from a Community College, the Bachelor of Religious Education (BRE) degree is for you. Combine your previous studies with a shortened program designed to provide you with the central elements of ministry training. This two-year program meets the educational requirements for credentials with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC). Highlights of the Bachelor of Religious Education Experience the innovative educational approach of the FIRST YEAR program in your foundational year. Add an additional year of theology, Bible and practical ministry courses. Select up to four electives (two in the FIRST YEAR are optional and free!) Practice your ministry skills with guidance from a pastor/mentor in an eight-week summer internship between your first and second years. Get connected with local Pentecostal pastors, leaders from our districts, and our excellent faculty. Graduate with the educational requirements you need to qualify for licensed ministerial credentials with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC).
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.)
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.)
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork).
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 0
Prerequisite Programmes two- or three-year college diploma or two years of university
Other Prerequisites
Qualifications gained Bachelor of Religious Education
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by ABHE (N. America)
Other Accrediting Bodies