East Asia School of Theology
Programme Detail: Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry
| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
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| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry |
| Type of Training | Individual standalone programme |
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| Description | The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry (BACM) is designed for mature learners who have a minimum of two years full-time ministry experience or five years of active lay-ministry experience. The BACM is designed to develop the individual’s biblical and theological knowledge, encourage spiritual and character growth, and deepen the person’s convictions and ministry skills. The BACM is appropriate for adults with proven ministry experience who serve in contexts where a Bachelor’s degree would enhance their ministry. A minimum of two years full-time or five years of active lay-ministry is required prior to admission. Graduates from the BACM program serve as pastors, cross-cultural missionaries, church staff members, and as Christian educators. The BACM varies in length depending on the individual’s educational background. If an applicant has completed post-secondary studies (such as ‘A’ Levels or Polytechnic) then the person should apply for the 92 credit-hour program. [1] This program is offered at the resident school in Singapore. If an applicant has not completed post-secondary studies, the individual should apply for the 110 credit-hour BACM. [2] This program is generally offered at extension locations. The BACM can be completed in two years by students in the 92 credit-hour program if they complete the required Foundation Subjects prior to matriculation. Foundation Subjects allow mature learners to reflect and document what they have learned through prior nonformal or personal study as well as their ministry experience. Students accepted into either the 92 credit-hour program or the 110 credit-hour program may complete up to a maximum of 30 credit-hours of Foundational Subjects. |
| Keywords | Theology, Christian Studies, Christian Service, Christian Ministry, Full-time Ministry |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (UK, International) |
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| Country and region where programme is available | Singapore / Central |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Discipling and Training Others |
| Residential/Non Residential | Non Residential |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Degree |
| Cost Range | US$100,000 or more |
| Actual Cost | US$5800 |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | No |
| Actual Length | 2 years |
| Average hours of study per week | 40 |
| Methods of instruction | Lectures, Reading, Mentoring/Coaching, Field Practicum |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | 60 |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | 20 |
| 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) | 10 |
| Prerequisite Programmes | An A-level certificate or diploma from a recognized tertiary institution. |
| Other Prerequisites | 1. Maturity (personal, social, and spiritual) 2. Ministry experience 3. Leadership ability 4. Academic ability |
| Qualifications gained | Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | |
| Programme Accredited by | ATA (Asia) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | ATESEA |
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