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UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE

CALENDAR

FACULTY OF THEOLOGY

2006

DEAN:

PROFESSOR H.C. VAN ZYLTHEOLOGY BUILDING 17PHONE : 051 401 2667FAX 051 401 3508


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OFFICIAL ADDRESS

Correspondence concerning academic matters must be addressedto:

The RegistrarStudent Academic ServicesUniversity of the Free StateP.O. Box 3399300 BLOEMFONTEIN

Telephone : (051) 401-9111Telefax : (051) 401-3558


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CONTENTS

Academic staf f .......................................................................... 4Degrees and dip lomas ............................................................. 5Regulations ................................................................................. 7First degrees

Baccalaureus Theologiae ....................................................... 8Baccalaureus Artium .............................................................. 15

Honores degreeBaccalaureus Artium Honores (Theology) ............................. 16

Master's degreesMagister Artium (Theology) (Dissertation) .............................. 19Magister Artium (Theology) (Structured Programme) ............ 21Magister Divinitatis ................................................................. 24Magister Theologiae (Dissertation) ........................................ 27Magister Theologiae) (Structured Programme) ...................... 29

Doctors degreesDoctor Theologiae .................................................................. 35

Philosophiae Doctor ............................................................... 37Diplomas University Diploma in Theology .............................................. 38Advanced University Diploma in Theology (9213) ................. 43Postgraduate Diploma in Theology ........................................ 46Licentiate in Theology .............................................................. 48

CertificateCertificate in Theology ............................................................ 50

Syllabus Religious Study ....................................................................... 52B.A. (Theology) and B.Th. ...................................................... 53B.A. Honores (Multidisciplinary) ............................................. 61B.A. Honores (Study in one subject) ...................................... 64

University Diploma in Theology ............................................... 67Advanced University Diploma in Theology (9213) ................. 69M.Div., P.D.T. and Licentiate in Theology .............................. 70Magister Artium (M.A.) (Theology) ......................................... 76Magister Theologiae (M.Th.) .................................................. 79


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ACADEMIC STAFFDeanProf. H.C. van Zyl

(Heads of departments are indicated by means of an asterisk)

Biblical and Religious Studies

* Prof. S.J.P.K. Riekert

Church History and Polity* Prof. P.J. Strauss; Prof. R.M. Britz

Missiology* Prof. P. Verster

New Testament* Prof. D.F. Tolmie; Prof. H.C. van Zyl

Old Testament* Prof. S.D. Snyman

Practical Theology

* Prof. J. Janse van Rensburg; Dr. T.D. Keta; Dr. J.A. van den BergSystematic Theology* Prof. S.A. Strauss


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DEGREES AND DIPLOMASIn addition to the degrees and diplomas which the University mayintroduce in future, the following degrees and diplomas can beconferred in the Faculty of Theology:

Degree Abbreviation Degree/ TotalDiploma Creditscode

First Baccalaureus degreesBaccalaureus Theologiae B.Th. 9300 512Baccalaureus Artium B.A. 9301 384(Theology) (Theology)

Honores Baccalaureus degreeBaccalaureus Artium B.A. (Hons.) 9501 120Honores (Theology) (Theology)

Masters degreesMagister Artium (Theology) M.A. 9705 120(Dissertation) (Theology)

Magister Artium (Theology) M.A. 9706 120(Structured Programme) (Theology)

Magister Divinitatis M.Div. 9701 288Magister Theologiae M.Th. 9703 120(Dissertation)

Magister Theologiae M.Th. 9704 120(Structured Programme)

Doctor's degreesDoctor Theologiae D.Th. 9900 240Philosophiae Doctor Ph.D. 9910 240

Diplomas

First DiplomaUniversity Diploma in U.D.T. 9010 384Theology

Advanced Universi ty DiplomasAdvanced University A.U.D.T. 9213 128

Diploma in Theology


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Licentiate in Theology Lic. Theol. 9211 120

Postgraduate DiplomaPostgraduate Diploma P.D.T. 9212 128in Theology

Certificates Certificate in Theology Cert. Theol. 9002 128


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REGULATIONS

There are two kinds of regulations that students should consider:General Regulations of the University and Regulations of theFaculty.

General Regulations of the University are applicable to all

qualifications and programmes offered by this University. Theseregulations are set out in part 1 of the General Calendar of theUniversity, and deal with admission to the University, registrationas student, requirements for passing, examinations, etc.

Students should note that the General Regulations areapplicable to all qualifications offered in the Faculty ofTheology.

Regulations of the Facultyapply specifically to degree and otherprogrammes of this Faculty and are expounded in this Calendar.

The regulations according to which a student registers will be valid

for the duration of his/her studies for that particular qualification.

It is the responsibility of students to be well acquainted with theGeneral Regulations as well as the Faculty Regulations.


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BACCALAUREUS THEOLOGIAEThe following baccalaureus degree is conferred in the Faculty onNQF Level 7:

DegreeMin. period

of studyDegreecode

Abbrevia-tion

TotalCredits

BaccalaureusTheologiae

4 Years 9300 B.Th. 512

REG. K1 BACCALAUREUS THEOLOGIAE B.Th.Degree code 9300

Information

The B.Th. is a professional programme that runs over four years. Itis the ideal programme for students who wish to enter the ministrywith a degree. The B.Th. offers a core curriculum for a variety ofchurches, covering the entire field of theology. Some churchesrequire only three years of training. Even in these cases studentsneed to register for the B.Th. degree [see B.A. (Theology)].

A candidate for the degree B.Th., who desires to be trained as aminister in his/her church, must consult with his/her denomination todetermine whether the elective modules chosen are the correctselection required by his/her church so that, where necessary, theCuratory of his/her denomination can guide him/her.

Qualifying tests involve a knowledge of the Bible and Churchdoctrine and must be completed successfully in order to qualify forthe degree.

The curriculum for this degree covers eight semesters (fouracademic years) and the student should obtain at least 512 credits(128 credits per year) as prescribed.

Where students are allowed a choice of modules, they should makecertain that the class and examination timetables do not clash.

Requirements for admission

It is the responsibility of students to make sure that they comply withthe general regulations for admission.


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Degree cum laude(i) In the compulsory (fundamental and core) modules a combined mark

of at least 75% must be obtained over the four years.(ii) In the minimum number of elective modules, an average mark of at

least 70% must be obtained over the four years.(iii) With regard to (i) and (ii) the credit value of every module will operate

as a factor in calculating the percentage.(iv) The degree must be obtained in five years.

CURRICULUM

Students are not allowed to take core modules of the curriculumabove the curriculum year for which they have registered, exceptwith special permission by the programme director and/or the dean.

First academic year

Students must compile their curriculum as follows:

The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (fundamentaland core) modules for which all students must enroll:

Subject Modules Credits Modules Credits

First semester Second semesterTheology (F) TLG112 8 TLG122 8

Philosophy (F)orReligious Education

WYS132

RLO112

8

8- -

Science ofLiterature

- - LWS162 8

Biblical Studies BYB112 8 BYB122 8


Computer literacy1 BRS111 4 - -

Should the denomination of a student require modules in Greek andHebrew,2 he/she should enroll for at least the following elective

modules:

1 Students who passed computer studies in grade 12 with D higher grade

or C standard grade are exempted from BRS111.2 E.g. the D.R. Churches.


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First semester Second semester

Hebrew HEB114 16 HEB1243 16

Greek GRK114 16 GRK1244 16

Should the denomination of a student notrequire modules in Greek

and Hebrew, the student should select a number of modules fromthe following table in order to complete the curriculum (from thisgroup of elective modulesa total of at least 64 credits should beaccrued):




Philosophy WYS112 8 - -

Afrikaansprofessions

AFP132 8 AFP142 8

English Special ENS112ENS132

88

ENS142 8

German 1B DTS154 16 DTS164 16Philosophy WYS112 8 - -

Psychology PSY112 8 PSY122 8


Religious Studies GDD112 8 GDD122 8

Sociology SOS112 8 SOS122 8

BusinessManagement

OBS134 16 - -

Second academic yearStudents enroll for the following compulsory (core) modules. Thosestudents who have successfully completed any of these modules aselectives during the previous year should for the current year enroll

for otherelective modules with the same number of credits asthe completed modules.

3 Prerequisites HEB114 or EHG108.

4 Prerequisites GRK114 or EGR108.


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Church History and

Polity

EKK212 8 EKK222 8

SystematicTheology

DOG212 8 - -

Practical Theology - - PTL222 8

Missiology - - SDW222 8

From the following electivesa student must select enough modulesto reach a total of 96 credits. Students of church denominations thatrequire Greek and Hebrew on second-year level need to register forthe modules in Greek and Hebrew mentioned below:



Hebrew HEB204or

HEB232

-

8

-

HEB242

16

8

Greek GRK212or

GRK232

8

8

GRK222or

GRK242

8

8



Practical Theology PTL212 8 PTL242 8

Religious Studies - - GDD224 16

A student must make sure that his/her total number of credits for thesecond year is at least 128. Should this total not be reached from

abovementioned modules, the student may enroll for any otherappropriate modules from disciplines such as Afrikaans, English,Sotho, Psychology, Sociology or Philosophy.

Third academic year

Students who are preparing for the ministry in Churchdenominations which require Greek and Hebrew on the second yearlevel for admittance to the ministry are only allowed to the third year


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if they at least have met the prerequisites for BYB332 and BYB324.Therefore students who think that they will experience problems,must contact the programme director in the beginning of theirsecond study year in order to consult on a possible change to B.A.Theology.

The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core)modules:



Biblical Studies BYB312BYB3325

orBYB352

88

8

BYB3246or

BYB344

16

16

Church History andPolity

EKK314 16 - -

Practical Theology PTL314 16 - -

SystematicTheology

- - DOG322 8

SystematicTheology

- - DOG342 8


One compulsory module from the following modules:

Anthropology - - ANT242 8

Sociology SOS132SOS312

88

SOS122-

8-


From the following electivesa student must select enough modulesto reach a total of 128 credits. Students of church denominationsthat require Greek and Hebrew on second-year level need to

register for the modules in Greek and Hebrew mentioned below:Subject Modules Credits Modules Credits




5 Prerequisites: HEB124 and doing HEB on 200 level.

6 Prerequisites: GRK124 and doing GRK on 200 level.


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Hebrew HEB204or

HEB232

-

8

-

HEB242

16

8

Greek GRK232or

GRK212

8

8

GRK242or

GRK222

8

8Religious Studies GDD314 16 GDD324 16

Other modulessuch as Afrikaans,English, Sotho,Psychology,Sociology orPhilosophy

XXXYYY XXXYYY

Fouth academic year

The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core)modules:

Subject Modules Credits Modules CreditsFirst semester Second semester

Biblical Studies BYB4147or

BYB434

16

16

BYB4248or

BYB444

16

16

Practical Theology PTL402 - - 8



Missiology SDW412 8 - -

Science of Religion GWE112 8 - -


EKK412 8EKK422EKK442

88

SystematicTheology - - DOG422DOG442 88

7 Prerequisites: HEB204 or (HEB232 and HEB242) and take the modules

in Hebrew not yet acquired.8 Prerequisites: Two of the following four modules: GRK212, GRK222,

GRK232 or GRK242 and take the modules in Greek not yet acquired.


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From the following elective modulesa student must select enoughmodules to reach a total of 128 credits:








Greek GRK372 8 - -



Other modulessuch as Afrikaans,English, Sotho,Psychology,Sociology orPhilosophy

XXXYYY XXXYYY


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BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM(THEOLOGY)

The following baccalaureus degree is conferred in the Faculty onNQF Level 6:

DegreeMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionDegreeCode

TotalCredits

BaccalaureusArtium(Theology)

3 yearsB.A

(Theology)9301 384

REG. K2 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM B.A.(THEOLOGY) (Theology)Degree Code 9301

Information

Students are advised to enroll for the B.Th. in their first study year.The curricula of the B.A. (Theology) are equivalent to the first threeacademic years of the B.Th.

Degree cum laude

(i) In the fundamental and core modules a combined mark of at least 75%must be obtained over the three years.

(ii) In the minimum number of elective modules, an average mark of atleast 70% must be obtained over the three years.

(iii) With regard to (i) and (ii) the credit value of every module will operateas a factor in calculating the persentage.

(iv) The degree must be obtained in four years.


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BACCALAUREUS ARTIUMHONORES

The following baccalaureus artium degree is conferred in theFaculty on NQF Level 7:

DegreeMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionDegreeCode

TotalCredit

BaccalaureusArtiumHonores(Theology)

1 yearB.A. Hons.(Theology)

9501 120

REG. K3 BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES (Theology)B.A. Hons. (Theology)Degree Code 9501

Information

The B.A. Hons. (Theology) enables the student to proceed fromundergraduate to postgraduate studies in theology. The programmeoffers a specific finishing in theology and enables the student toserve in the ministry with greater proficiency. It also prepares thestudent for further specialisation on master's level. Depending onhow the student's undergraduate studies were compiled, the degreemay be followed in either one theological subject or moretheological subjects.

Admission

In order to be admitted to degree study, a candidate must hold atleast a three-year bachelor's degree in Theology or an equivalentqualification.

This qualification can be obtained in either onediscipline or all six

disciplines.

For the course in all six theological disciplines, the student musthave included Greek at 200 level, Hebrew at 200 level and BiblicalStudies at 300 level. The Dean of the Faculty of Theology may,however, grant a student permission to do some required semestercourses during the honores study if the denomination of the studentrequires so for his/her theological training.


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CURRICULUM

(a) Study in one subject

The degree consists of fivemodules plus a short dissertation. Boththe five modules and the short dissertation should be taken fromONE of the following subjects:

OET Old TestamentNET New TestamentEKK Church History and PolityDOG Systematic TheologyDKN Practical TheologySDW MissiologyGRK GreekGDD Religious Studies

The modules consists of the following codes (all modules total 20credits each):

OET612, OET613, OET614, OET622, OET623 and OET693or

NET612, NET613, NET614, NET622, NET623 and NET693orEKK612, EKK613, EKK614, EKK622, EKK623 and EKK693

orDOG612, DOG613, DOG614, DOG622, DOG623 andDOG693

orDKN612, DKN613, DKN614, DKN622, DKN623 andDKN6939

orSDW612, SDW613, SDW614, SDW622, SDW623 andSDW693

or

9 Students following this B.A. Hons. (Theology) degree as a bridging

course for the M-degree in Pastoral Therapy, and who are inpossession of an B.A. Hons. degree or equivalent qualification inanother discipline obtain exemption from DKN623 and DKN693.Students who are in possesion of an M- or D-degree and who follow thisB.A. Hons. (Theology) degree as a bridging course for the M-degree inPastoral Therapy obtain exemption from DKN622, DKN623 andDKN693.


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GDD601, GDD602, GDD603, GDD604, GDD605 andGDD693

One module from a field other than the area in which thestudent specialises may, however, be included.

(b) Study in all six subjects (multidiscip linary)

The B.A. Hons. (Theology) degree involves six modules, one from

each of the six theological subjects.

The course consists of the following codes:

OET611, NET621, EKK601, DOG621, DKN601, SDW611.

Examination papers in Biblical Studies

In the case where a student takes his degree in the field of BiblicalStudies (BYB), the curriculum is as follows:

Five modules, at least two from each of Old Testament and NewTestament, and another from Old Testament or New Testament; aswell as a short dissertation focusing on either the Old or the New

Testament with the code BYB693, whichever was chosen for thefifth module. The short dissertation must be decided in consultationwith the department.

Clarification

(i) Not all modules are necessarily presented every year.Candidates must consult the department and obtain approvalbefore registering for papers.

(ii) Exemption from the short dissertation may be granted if acandidate holds a year module or two semester modules inGreek or Hebrew, independent of any other degree modules;or if the candidate takes a year module or two semestermodules in Greek or Hebrew concurrently with B.A. Hons.(Theology) studies.


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MASTERS PROGRAMMES

GENERAL INFORMATION

The M.A. (Theology) and M.Th. (for the latter see MagisterTheologiae [M.Th.]) are of similar quality; however the M.Th. lendsitself to greater diversity. This depends on the route whereby a

student normally arrives at the M.A. and M.Th. In the case of theM.A. the student usually had a hierarchically structured formertraining, that is, he/she started earlier specialising in only one or twotheological subjects. In the case of the M.Th. the student was up tohonores level evenly exposed to all the theological subjects. Thisdifference entails that a broader range of possibilities can be offeredin the M.Th. programmes.

MAGISTER ARTIUM (M.A.) THEOLOGY(Dissertation)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQF

Level 8(a).

DegreeMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionDegreeCode

TotalCredits

MagisterArtium(Theology)

1 yearM.A.

(Theology)9705 120

REG. K4 MAGISTER ARTIUM (Theology) M.A. (Theology)Degree Code 9705

Information

The programme offers specialised training in one theological

module. The student researches a specific topic in the chosen fieldof study. The outcome is that the student with this specialisedknowledge can minister the gospel in the church with greater skill,and that he/she can apply for doctoral studies.

Admission

In order to be admitted to master's degree studies a candidate


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(i) must hold an B.A. Hons. (Theology) or an equivalentqualification with specialisation in one of the subjects.

(ii) must sit for an examination of admission on the foundationsand research methodology of the subject in the relevantdepartment, and obtain a pass mark of at least 60%, with theunderstanding that if the candidate does not obtain thenecessary mark, module XXX704 may be offered asoccasional study with a view to admission to the dissertationat a later stage.

For the Old Testament module, Hebrew at 100 level must beincluded, and for the New Testament module, Greek at 100 level.

Language requirements with regard to Biblical Studies

(i) Hebrew or Greek at 100 level is a requirement for all themesbased upon Old or New Testament exegesis, respectively, orwhich indirectly involve such an exegesis.

(ii) Candidates lacking formal language modules in Greek andHebrew are taught to examine secondary sources based uponBiblical languages.

(iii) Depending on the field of study and/or research subject, the

department reserves the right to set further language require-ments as applicable.

CURRICULUM

The degree may be obtained by means of a dissertationin oneofthe following codes. The credits total 120 in all cases.

OET700 Old TestamentNET700 New TestamentEKK700 Church History and PolityDOG700 Systematic TheologyDKN700 Practical TheologySDW700 MissiologyGDD700 Religious Studies

BYB700 Biblical StudiesONT700 Old and New Testament


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MAGISTER ARTIUM (M.A.) THEOLOGY(Structured Programme)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQFLevel 8(a).

DegreeMin. period

of study

Abbrevia-

tion

Degree

Code

Total

CreditsMagisterArtium(Theology)

1 yearM.A.

(Theology)9706 120

REG. K4 MAGISTER ARTIUM (Theology) M.A. (Theology)Degree Code 9706

Information

The programme offers specialised training in one theologicaldiscipline. The structured M.A. (Theology) differs from thedissertationM.A. (Theology) in that the student does less research,but is exposed to a wider spectrum of insights within the chosen

discipline of specialisation. The outcome is that the student with thisspecialised knowledge can minister the gospel in the church withgreater skill, and that he/she can apply for doctoral studies.

Admission

In order to be admitted to master's degree studies, a candidatemust hold an B.A. Hons. degree in Theology or an equivalentqualification with specialisation in one of the disciplines. For the OldTestament module, Hebrew at 100 level must be included, and forthe New Testament module, Greek at 100 level.


(i) Hebrew or Greek at 100 level is a requirement for all themes

based upon Old or New Testament exegesis, respectively, orwhich indirectly involve such an exegesis.

(ii) Candidates lacking formal language courses in Greek andHebrew are taught to examine secondary sources based uponBiblical languages.

(iii) Depending on the field of study and/or research subject, thedepartment reserves the right to set further language require-ments as applicable.


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CURRICULUM

The degree may be obtained in two ways:

either three modules and an comprehensive mini-dissertation orfivemodules of which one must be a short dissertation, in one ofthe following subjects:

OET Old Testament

NET New TestamentEKK Church History and PolityDOG Systematic TheologyDKN Practical TheologySDW MissiologyGDD Religious StudiesBYB Biblical Studies

Not more than one module from a subject other than the area ofspecialisation may be taken.

(a) Three modules and an comprehensive mini -dissertation

Students enroll with the following codes. (Each module carries 20

credits and the comprehensive mini-dissertation 60 credits)

OET701, OET702, OET703 and OET791or

NET701, NET702, NET703 and NET791or

EKK701, EKK702, EKK703 and EKK791or

DOG701, DOG702, DOG703 or DOG709 or DOG710 and DOG791or

DKN701, DKN702, DKN703 and DKN791 or DKN792or

SDW701, SDW702, SDW703 and SDW791

orBYB701, BYB702, BYB703 and BYB791

orGDD701, GDD702, GDD703 and GDD791.

orONT706, ONT707, ONT708 and ONT791


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(b) Five modules of which one must be a short dissertation

Students enroll with the following codes. (Each module carries 24credits)

BYB704, BYB705, BYB706, BYB707, BYB793DKN712, DKN713, DKN714, DKN715, DKN793ONT702, ONT703, ONT704, ONT705, ONT793

Information with regard to Bibl ical Studies

(a) The M.A. focuses on either the Old or the New Testament, dependingon the student's choice of modules for the B.A. Hons. or equivalentqualification.

(b) The contents of the modules are determined by the candidate'sacademic background and proposed comprehensive mini-dissertationor short dissertation where relevant. A module on methodology isincluded.

(c) Extra reading may be required.


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MAGISTER DIVINITATIS (M. DIV.)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQFLevel 8(a).

DegreeMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionDegreeCode

Totalcredits

MagisterDivinitatis 2 years M.Div. 9701 288

REG. K5 MAGISTER DIVINITATIS M.Div.Degree Code 9701

Information

This programme is aimed at students whose churches require sixyears of training (e.g. the DR Church and the DR Church in Africa).It enables the student to proceed from a four-year undergraduateprogramme to a professional Masters programme and obtain a highlevel of proficiency in all the theological disciplines. It empowers thestudent to operate in unknown situations where independent

thought and decision-making are expected of him/her.Admission

In order to be admitted to M.Div. degree programme, a student mustbe in possession of a professional or a four-year interdisciplinaryB.Th. degree or an interdisciplinary B.A. Hons. (Theology) or anadvanced B.Th. degree conferred by this university, or an equiva-lent qualification recognised by the Senate for this purpose.

The curriculum for this degree extends over two academic yearsand the student must obtain at least 288 credits as prescribed.

CURRICULUM

First academic yearThe curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core)modules and one electivemodule of at least eight credits.


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Old and NewTestament

OET65410or

OET634

16

16

NET66411or

NET644

16

16



--

--

EKK662EKK642

88

SystematicTheology

DOG672DOG632DOG652

888

---

---




*An electivemodule on NQFLevel 6 or 7

XXXYYY At least8

- -

Second academic year

The curriculum consists of the following compulsorymodules.

Subject Modules Credits

Old Testament OET724 16

New Testament NET724 16

SystematicTheology

DOG724 16


EKK724 16

Missiology SDW724 16

Practical Theology PTL720 40

*Mini-dissertation XXX792 40

*The mini-dissertation may be one of the following modules,including preparatory study in research methodology:

10 Prerequisites: HEB204 or (HEB232 and HEB242).

11 Prerequisites: Two of the following four modules: GRK212, GRK222,

GRK232, GRK242.


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BYB792 Biblical Studies (Old and New Testament)HEB792 HebrewGRK792 GreekTLG792 Interdisciplinary StudyOET792 Old TestamentNET792 New TestamentEKK792 Church History and Polity

DOG792 Systematic TheologySDW792 MissiologyPTL792 Practical Theology

Elucidation

The second academic year consists of practical professionaltraining and will be arranged with congregations. It will proceedaccording to an interdisciplinary programme as per schedule andwill be evaluated in the same manner.

Degree cum laude

(i) A combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained accordingto a calculation formula in which the credit value is used as afactor for calculation.

(ii) In the mini-dissertation a mark of at least 70% must beobtained.

(iii) The degree must be obtained in three years.


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MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE (M.Th.)

General information

The M.Th. and M.A. (Theology) (for the latter see Magister Artium[M.A.] Theology) are of similar quality; however, the M.Th. lendsitself to greater diversity. This depends on the route whereby a

student normally arrives at the M.A. and M.Th. In the case of theM.A. the student usually had a hierarchically structured formertraining, that is, he/she started earlier specialising in only one or twotheological subjects. In the case of the M.Th. the student was up tohonores level evenly exposed to all the theological subjects. Thisdifference entails that a broader range of possibilities can be offeredin the M.Th. programmes.

MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE (M.Th.)(Dissertation)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQF-level 8(a):

DegreeMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionDegreeCode

TotalCredits

MagisterTheologiae

1 year M.Th. 9703 120

REG. K6 MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE M.Th.Degree Code 9703

Information

The programme offers specialised training in one theologicaldiscipline. The student researches a specific topic in the chosenfield of study. The outcome is that the student with this specialised

knowledge can minister the gospel in the church with greater skill,and that he/she can apply for doctoral studies.

Admission

In order to be admitted to study for the M.Th. degree, a student

(a) must be in possession of an honores degree in Theology oran equivalent qualification in which the student was exposed


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to the broad field of theology, with some specialisation in oneof the subjects.

(b) must sit for an examination of admission on the foundationsand research methodology of the subjects in the relevantdepartment, and obtain a pass mark of at least 60%, with theunderstanding that if the candidate does not obtain thenecessary mark, module XXX704 may be offered as

occasional study with a view to admission to the dissertationat a later stage.

For the Old Testament module, Hebrew at 100 level must havebeen included, and for the New Testament module, Greek at 100level.


(i) Hebrew or Greek at 100 level is a requirement for all themesbased upon Old or New Testament exegesis, respectively, orwhich indirectly involve such an exegesis.

(ii) Candidates lacking formal language modules in Greek andHebrew are taught to examine secondary sources based upon

Biblical languages.(iii) Depending on the subject of study and/or research subject, thedepartment reserves the right to set further language require-ments as applicable.

CURRICULUM

The degree may be obtained by writing a dissertation in one of thefollowing subject of study and with the following modules. Thecredits in all cases total 120.

OET700 Old TestamentNET700 New TestamentEKK700 Church History and PolityDOG700 Systematic Theology

DKN700 Practical TheologySDW700 MissiologyGDD700 Religious StudiesBYB700 Biblical Studies


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MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE (M.Th.)(Structured programme)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQFlevel 8(a):

DegreeMin. period

of study

Abbrevia-

tion

Degree

Code

Total

CreditsMagisterTheologiae

1 year M.Th. 9704 120

REG. K6 MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE M.Th.Degree Code 9704

Information

The programme offers specialised training in one theologicaldiscipline in combination with other theological disciplines. Thestructured M.Th. differs from the dissertation M.Th. in that thestudent does less research, but is exposed to a broader spectrum ofinsights in the chosen field of speciality as well as in other

theological disciplines. Several options are offered where emphasisis placed either on specialisation or on combining areas. Theoutcome of the structured M.Th. is that the student receivesspecialised training in a specific discipline or obtains a high level ofintegration between the theological disciplines, that he/she canminister the gospel with greater proficiency in the church, and thathe/she may apply for doctoral studies.

Admission

(a) In order to be admitted to the structured M.Th. degreestudies, a student must be in possession of a professional orfour year multidisciplinary B.Th. degree or an advanced B.Th.degree conferred by this university or an equivalent

qualification recognised by the Senate for this purpose.(b) With regard to certain subject fields the Faculty Board can set

additional Prerequisitess in respect of languages.

Credits

120.


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Duration of study

Full-time study at least one yearPart-time study at least two years

CURRICULUM

The degree may be offered in one of the following seven ways:

(a) An examination component plus an comprehensive mini-dissertation in the subject in which the candidate specialisesplus two modules in different ancillary subjects as indicated.

This programme is the traditional masters degree in theologythat offers specialisation in a major subject as well asexposure to other theological disciplines. It also has a strongresearch component. It offers the ideal route to the D.Th.

Students who enroll for the degree study, register as follows:

(i) An comprehensive mini-dissertation (60 credits) in thesubject in which the candidate specialises (one of thefollowing):


(ii) The modules (36 credits each) in the subject in whichthe candidate specialises, including the study offundamental principles (one of the following):


(iii) Two modules (12 credits each) in the ancillary subjectsbelow, provided


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(1) that no more than one module may be taken inone ancillary subject;

(2) that the ancillary subjects must represent adifferent subject from the one in which thecandidate specialises;

(3) that either New Testament or Old Testament orSystematic Theology must be one of the ancillarysubjects, if one of them is not the subject in whichthe candidate specialises;

(4) that one module from a relevant subject may betaken outside the Faculty of Theology inconsultation with the Faculty concerned and withthe approval of the Faculty of Theology:


XXXYYY A module from a relevant field of study forwhich permission has been obtained.

(b) A practice-orientated M.Th. programme with workshops,examination components (including study in fundamen-tal principles) and a short dissertation in PracticalTheology (with specialisation in Pastoral Therapy)

This programme finds its home in the subject of PracticalTheology, and offers specialised training in Pastoral Therapy.

Students who enroll for the degree register for the followingmodules (24 credits each):

DKN793 Short dissertationDKN712 Pastoral Care

DKN713 Pastoral Foundation and Practical Theoryfor Law Offenders and Victims of Crime

DKN714 Narrative therapyDKN715 Pastoral Foundation and Practical Theory

of Caring for the sick.


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(c) A practice-orientated M.Th. programme with workshops,examination components (including study in funda-mental principles) and a short dissertation in PracticalTheology (with specialisation in Youth Ministry)

This programme finds its home in the subject of PracticalTheology, and offers specialised training in Youth Ministry.

Students who enroll for the degree study register for thefollowing modules (24 credits each):

DKN 707 Word and Youth MinistryDKN 708 Youth developmentDKN709 Youth culture and a world viewDKN710 Youth cybernetics and praxisDKN793 Short dissertation

(d) A pract ice-orientated M.Th. programme with workshops,examination components (including study in funda-mental principles) and a short dissertation in PracticalTheology (with specialisation in Congregational Ministry)

This programme finds its home in the subject of PracticalTheology, and offers specialised training in CongregationalMinistry.

Students who enroll for the degree register for the followingmodules (24 credits each):

DKN716 Basic theory in Theology for congregatio-nal ministry

DKN717 Models for congregational ministry anddifferent approaches

DKN718 Renewal in congregational ministryDKN719 Leadership in congregational ministryDKN793 Short dissertation

(e) A mult id iscipl inary minist ry-orientated M.Th. consistingof five equivalent modules from fivedifferent subjects

This programme is ideal for the local pastor who wishes toundergo further training in the broad spectrum of theology.

Students who enroll for the degree register for five of thefollowing modules (24 credits each). One of the modules


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must be a short dissertation. The latter is done in a subjectwhich formed part of the four modules:

DKN706 Practical Theology in the MinistryDOG706 Themes from the DogmaticsEKK706 Church PolityNET706 New Testament in the MinistryOET706 Old Testament in the Ministry

SDW706 Missiology in the MinistryXXX793 Short dissertation

(f) A min istry-orientated M.Th. in Bibl ical Theology

This programme finds its home in the subject of Bibliology. Itis the ideal option for someone who is interested in Old andNew Testament and who wants to combine the two areas ofstudy. Emphasis is placed on theological themes in Old andNew Testament. The original biblical languages are assumed,but exegesis from the original languages is not part of theprogramme.

Students who register for the degree register for the following

fivemodules (24 credits each):OET707 Old Testament orientationOET708 Old Testament themesNET707 New Testament orientationNET708 New Testament themesONT793 Short dissertation

(g) A min istry-orientated M.Th. in Biblical Theology: BiblicalSpirituality

This programme finds its home in the subject of Bibliology. Itis the ideal option for someone who is interested in Old andNew Testament and who wants to integrate the two areas ofstudy. Unlike the programme in (f), the focus is only on onetheme, namely how the issue of spirituality presents itself inthe various books of the Bible.

Students who register for the degree study register for thefollowing modules (24 credits each):


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ONT702 Introduction to SpiritualityONT703 Spirituality HermeneuticsONT704 Spirituality of a specific Bible book/Bible

CorpusONT705 Reception of a Bible book/Bible CorpusONT793 Short dissertation

(h) M.Th. in the sub discipl ines of Practical Theology

This programme finds its home in the subject of PracticalTheology and adds to the training over the whole subject ofPractical Theology.

Students who enroll for the degree, register for the followingmodules (24 credits each).

DKN711 Introduction to the sub disciplines ofPractical Theology.

DKN720 Pastoral Care in Practical TheologyDKN721 HomileticsDKN722 Cybernetics (congregational up building

and congregational ministry)DKN793 Short dissertation

Examination

(a) The examination can be conducted in writing or orally.(b) According to Regulation A87, the candidate may sit for the different

modules during different examination periods.(c) For the calculation of the results of the examinations in (a) to (g)

above a formula is used where the credit value of each moduledetermines how much weight each module contributes to the finalmark.


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DOCTOR'S DEGREESREG. K7The following doctor's degrees are conferred in theFaculty on NQF-level 8(b):

DegreeMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionStudyCode

TotalCredits

DoctorTheologiae

2 years D.Th. 9900 240

PhilosophiaeDoctor

2 years Ph.D. 9910 240

General Information

The D.Th. and Ph.D. are of similar status and quality; howeveronly the route a student followed to arrive at the doctoralprogramme differs. The D.Th. follows prior study during which thestudent was exposed to the broad subjects of theology. Bycontrast, the Ph.D. follows prior study during which the studentwas normally exposed to a narrower field of specialisation in

theology. However, students who followed the broader route oftraining are free to register for the Ph.D. as well.

REG. K7.1 DOCTOR THEOLOGIAE [NQF-level 8(b)] D.Th.Degree Code 9900

Admission

In order to be admitted to the degree, a student must have obtainedan applicable masters degree.

In terms of Regulation A109(a), a student who has passed adoctoral examination at another university can be admitted as aperson with a status equivalent to that of a candidate with a

masters degree with the consent of the Dean.

Remarks

A candidate must submit a study plan to the Faculty Board forapproval.

In terms of Regulation A109(b) and (c), a candidate for the D.Th.degree may be required to do an oral examination. The scope ofthis examination will be determined by the Faculty Board. Candi-


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dates who register for a practice-orientated D.Th. in the Departmentof Practical Theology must do additional practical work as stipulatedby the Department.

A thesis on a subject in Theology must be handed in and justifiedbefore the Faculty Board.

CURRICULUM

A candidate for the D.Th. degree must register for one of thefollowing codes:

OET900 Old TestamentNET900 New TestamentEKK900 Church History and PolityDOG900 Systematic TheologyDKN900 Practical TheologySDW900 MissiologyBYB900 Biblical StudiesGDD900 Religious Studies


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REG. K7.2 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR [NQF-level 8(b)] Ph.D. Degree Code 9910

Admission

In order to be admitted to the degree study, a candidate must meetthe stipulations of the general regulations in respect of doctor'sdegrees and must be in possession of an M.A. degree in Biblical

Studies or Theology (or any other qualification deemed adequate bythe Senate).

Remarks

A candidate must submit a study plan to the Faculty Board forapproval.

A thesis on a subject in Theology must be handed in and justifiedbefore the Faculty Board.

Curriculum

A candidate for the Ph.D. degree must register for one of thefollowing codes:

OET900 Old TestamentNET900 New TestamentEKK900 Church History and PolityDOG900 Systematic TheologyDKN900 Practical TheologySDW900 MissiologyBYB900 Biblical StudiesGDD900 Religious Studies


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UNIVERSITY DIPLOMAIN THEOLOGY

The following university diploma in Theology is conferred in theFaculty on NQF Level 6:

DiplomaMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionDiploma

CodeTotal

Credits

Universitydiploma inTheology

3 years U.D.T. 9010 384

REG. K8 UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY U.D.T.Diploma Code 9010

Information

The University Diploma in Theology (U.D.T.) offers an alternativetheological training to students who do not qualify to register for the

B.Th. degree. Some churches accept the U.D.T. as a route with aview to admission to the church ministry. After successfullycompleting the U.D.T. (three years) and the Advanced UniversityDiploma in Theology (A.U.D.T.) (one year), a student may qualify toregister for the B.A. Hons. (Theology) degree [see B.A. Hons.(Theology)]

Admission

In order to be admitted to study for this diploma, a candidate musthave obtained a Senior Certificate of the standard required by theUniversity (required M-score) or a Senior Certificate together withthe Certificate in Theology of this Faculty (or an equivalent certifi-cate or certificates).

The Faculty may impose additional requirements in terms of furtherschool training and/or practical experience.

Elucidation

A candidate for the University Diploma in Theology, who desires tobe trained as a minister in his/her church, must consult with his/herdenomination to determine whether the elective modules chosenare the correct selection required by his/her church. The student


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must also make certain that, where necessary, the Curatory ofhis/her denomination can guide him/her.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum for this diploma covers six semesters (threeacademic years) and the student must obtain at least 384 credits asprescribed (128 credits per year).

First academic year

The curriculum consists of the following compulsory modules(fundamental and core modules), for which all students must enroll:



English (F) ENG104 16 - -

Biblical Education BYO112 8 BYO122 8

Religious Education RLO112 8 RLO122 8

Theology (F)(SystematicTheology)

TLG134 16 TLG144 16

A candidate must select from the following elective modulesup toa total at least of 48 credits:


Religious Studies GDD112 8


Science of Literature LWS162 8

Elementary GreekorElementary HebreworModules in skills (Foundation course)12

EGR108EHB108TLG152

andTLG162

32328

8

or any combination of the following to the required worth of creditsGeneral reasoning skills ABV112/122 8

Information skills ILK111/121 4

Computor Literacy BRS111 4

12 In the event of this or an equivalent subject having been completed for

any other qualification, other modules in skills may be taken up to atleast 16 credits.


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Second academic year

The currciculum consists of the following compulsory (core)modules:





Biblical Studies BYB152 8 - -



EKK232 8 EKK242 8



Science ofLiterature

- - LWS162 813

A candidate must select elective modules for another 32 to 40

credits, among which:Subject Modules Credits

Elementary GreekorElementary Hebrew

EGR108

EHB108

32

32

or any combination of the following to the required worth of credits

General reasoning skills ABV112/122 8

Information skills ILK111/121 4

Computor Literacy BRS111 4


Third academic yearThe curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core)modules:

13 If offered as elective in the first academic year, then it is obligatory to

offer another elective of at least 8 credits.


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Practical Theology PTL212 8 PTL242 8

Systematic

Theology DOG212 8 - -Biblical Studies BYB362 8

A candidate can select his/her elective modules in one of thefollowing two ways to obtain a credit of at least 58:


First Semester Second semester




EKK314 16 - -


SystematicTheology

- - DOG322DOG342

88



A free choice fromavailable modulesto obtain a credit of24: For exampleWYS112; PSY112,132, 122, 142; SOS112, 122; OBS 134

XXXYYYAs

neededXXXYYY

Asneeded


Elementary Greek EGR108EGR20814

3232

Elementary Hebrew EHB108EHB20815

3232

14 Prerequisites: EGR108.

15 Prerequisites: EHB108.


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Diploma cum laude

(i) In the fundamental and core modules, a combined mark ofat least 75% must be obtained over the three years.

(ii) In the minimum number of elective modules an averagemark of at least 70% must be obtained over the three years.

(iii) With regard to (i) and (ii) the credit value will operate as afactor in calculating the percentage.

(iv) The diploma must be obtained in four years.


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ADVANCED UNIVERSITYDIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY

The following advanced university diploma in Theology is conferredfrom 2003in die Faculty on NQF Level 6:

DiplomaMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionDiploma

CodeTotal

Credits

AdvancedUniversityDiploma inTheology

1 year A.U.D.T. 9213 128

REG. K9 ADVANCED UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA A.U.D.T.IN THEOLOGYDiploma Code 9213

Admission

In order to be admitted to study for the Advanced Diploma inTheology, a candidate must be in possession of a universitydiploma in theology or an equivalent qualification.

Curriculum

The curriculum for this diploma is taken over two semesters (oneacademic year) and the student must obtain at least 128 credits asprescribed.

The subjects comprises the following compulsory(core) modules:



Biblical Studies BYB312BYB352

88

BYB344 16


Candidates who chose certain elective modules in the final yearfor the University Diploma in Theology must for the AdvancedDiploma in Theology take the other modules to be chosen from thefollowing:


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EKK314 16 - -

SystematicTheology

- -DOG322DOG342

88


Students who have not obtained a University Diploma in Theologyfrom this University must determine their compulsory and electivemodules in consultation with the programme director of Theology.

All candidates take sufficient elective modulesfrom the following toreach a total of 128 credits, including the compulsory modules



Afrikaansprofessions

AFP132 8 AFP142 8

English Special ENS112

ENS132

8

8

ENS142 8

German 1B DTS154 16 DTS164 16



Sociology SOS112 8 SOS122 8Business Management OBS134 16 - -


Elementary Greek EGR108 32


Elementary Hebrew EHB108 32


16Prerequisites: EGR108.

17Prerequisites: EHB108.


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Diploma cum laude

(i) In the core modules and the minimum number of electivemodules a combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained

(ii) A calculating formula applies where the credit value applies asa calculating factor.

(iii) The Diploma must be obtained in three semesters.


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POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA INTHEOLOGY

The following postgraduate diploma in Theology is conferred in theFaculty of Theology on NQF Level 7:

Diploma Min. periodof study Abbrevia-tion DiplomaCode TotalCredits

PostgraduateDiploma inTheology

1 year PDT 9212 128

REG. K10 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY P.D.T.Diploma Code 9212

Information

The Postgraduate Diploma in Theology (PDT) is a multi-purposequalification that covers the broad spectrum of theological subjects.It may grant access to a masters degree. At the same time, in some

churches that set additional requirements for undergraduatestudies, it may grant access to the church ministry. The P.D.T. thusserves as a useful qualification on postgraduate level to completeshortcomings with a view to masters studies and the churchministry

Admission

In order to be admitted to study for the postgraduate diploma, astudent must be in possession of a professional or a four-yearinterdisciplinary B.Th. degree or an interdisciplinary B.A. Hons.(Theology) or an advanced B.Th. degree conferred by this univer-sity, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Senate for thispurpose.

The curriculum for this postgraduate diploma in Theology extendsover two semesters (one academic year) and the student mustobtain at least 128 credits as prescribed.

CURRICULUM

The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core)modules and one elective moduleof at least 8 credits.


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Old and NewTestament

OET65418or

OET634

16

16

NET66419or

NET644

16

16


Church History and

Polity- -

EKK662

EKK642

8

8SystematicTheology

DOG672DOG632DOG652

888

- -




*An elective moduleon NQF Level 7

XXXYYYAt least

8- -

18 Prerequisites: HEB204 or (HEB232 and HEB242).

19 Prerequisites: Two of the following four modules: GRK212, GRK222,

GRK232, GRK242.


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LICENTIATE IN THEOLOGYThe following licentiate is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 7:

LicenciateMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionLicenciate

CodeTotal

Credits

Licentiate inTheology 1 year Lic. Theol. 9211 120

REG.K11 LICENTIATE IN THEOLOGY Lic. Theol.Licentiate Code 9211

Information

This programme offers a multidisciplinary finishing in theology tostudents with a view to the church ministry.

Admission

In order to be admitted to study for the Licentiate in Theology, acandidate must be in possession of a degree in Theology or anAdvanced Diploma in Theology or (an) equivalent qualification(s).

CURRICULUM

This is a one-year course with a total of 120 credits and consists ofthe following compulsory year subjects (core year subjects) withcredits as specified.

SubjectDegreeCode

Credits

Old Testament OET602 8

New Testament NET602 8

Systematic Theology DOG602 8

Church History and

Polity EKK602 8Missiology SDW602 8

Practical Theology PTL600 40

A candidate must select from the following modules, modules up toat least 40 credits, or complete a mini-dissertation in one of the


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subjects of Theology with the code XXX692 to the value of 40credits.


Biblical Studies BYB434or

OET634or

OET654

16

8

8

BYB344or

BYB444or

NET644

16

16

16Missiology SDW412

orSDW634

8

16

- -


EKK412 8 EKK422and/or

EKK442or

EKK662and/or

EKK642

8

8

8

8

Systematic

Theology

DOG672

orDOG652or

DOG632

8

8

8

DOG422

orDOG442

8

8

ORXXX692 Mini-dissertationin one of the

following codes:20BYB692 (where it is clearly Old

and New Testament)HEB692GRK692TLG692 (interdisciplinary)PTL692

OET692NET692DOG692SDW692EKK692

40

20 Students can get recognition for a research essay to the credit of a short

dissertation on honours level or higher NQF level.


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CERTIFICATE IN THEOLOGYThe following undergraduate certificate in Theology is conferred inthe Faculty of Theology on NQF Level 5:

CertificateMin. period

of studyAbbrevia-

tionCertificate

CodeTotal

Credits

Certificatein Theology

1 yearCert.

Theol.9002 128

REG. K12 CERTIFICATE IN THEOLOGY Cert. Theol.Certificate Code 9002

Information

The Certificate in Theology offers a first encounter with theology tostudents whose matriculation results do not allow them to registerdirectly for either the University Diploma in Theology or the B.Th.degree. It is also suitable for persons who wish to follow a so-calledlay ministry in the church or who are interested in theology but whodo not wish to continue with theological training after havingcompleted the Certificate. However, the Certificate does grantaccess to the three-year University Diploma in Theology

Admission

Senior Certificate issued by the South African Certification Councilwith or without endorsement.

Curriculum

Modules Module name Credits

CIT114Proclaiming God's Good News tothe People

16

CIT134 Caring for God's People 16

CIT154 Leadership in the Church 16CIT174 Enriching your ministry 16

CIT124 Doctrine of the Church 16

CIT10421Foundational Course for TertiaryStudy

16

21 Or TLG152 and TLG162.


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Modules Module name Credits

CIT144Bible reading programme, Old Tes-tament

16

CIT164Bible reading programme, New Tes-tament

16

Certificate cum laude

In order to obtain a certificate cum laude, the average mark of allthe modules must be 75% and the study must be completed in 18months.


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SYLLABUSESThe syllabuses of the various modules presented by the Faculty ofTheology are as follows:

RELIGIOUS STUDYMODULE-

CODE CONTENT CREDITSGDD112 Spirituality, religion and social

interaction8

RLO112 Introduction to the study of religion 8GDD122 Religion, society and social change 8RLO122 A survey of the religions of South

Africa8

GDD214 The Christian religion 16GDD224 Africa indigenous religions and Africa

indigenous churches16

GDD314 Hinduism and Buddhism 16GDD324 Judaism and Islam 16


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B.A. (THEOLOGY) AND B.Th.BIBLICAL STUDIES, NEW AND OLD TESTAMENT

MODULECODE

CONTENTS CREDITS

BYB112 Old Testament history 8

BYB122 Books of the New Testament I

Gospels, Acts and Johannine Letters (Chro-nology of the New Testament Books inclu-ded)

8

BYB132 Canon and message of the Old Testament 8

BYB142 Background: New Testament 8

BYB152 Literature of the Bible: Typology of OldTestament textsCursory survey

8

BYB182 Literature of the Bible: Typology of NewTestament texts

8

BYB212 Biblical background: Old TestamentBiblical geography

Archaeology of the land of the BibleAntiquities

8

BYB222 Books of the New Testament II:Paul, Hebrews, General Letters andRevelation

8

BYB232 Israelite historiography 8

BYB242 Text and Canon of the New Testament(Textual Criticism and Canonics)

8

BYB252 Literature of the Bible: Methodology of theOld TestamentStructural methodology and narratology,

applied to Old Testament texts (theoryand application)

8

BYB262 Literature of the Bible: Semiotic-structuralapproach, applied to the Old Testamenttexts

8

BYB272 Literature of the Bible: Methodology of theNew TestamentStructural methodology of narrative texts

applied to the Gospels

8


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BYB282 Literature of the Bible: Semiotic-structuralapproach, applied to the New Testamentliterature

8

BYB312 Understanding the Old TestamentExegetical methods and hermeneuticsof the Old Testament

8

BYB324 Primary exegesis and theology of the NewTestament

The study shall be applied on a rotatingbasis to(i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters(ii) Pauline Letters(iii) General Letters and Revelation

Prerequisites: GRK124 and doing GRK on200 level

16

BYB332 Primary of introduction, exegesis and theo-logy of the PentateuchPrerequisites: HEB124 and doing HEB on200 level

8

BYB344 Primary of exposition and message of theNew Testament


16

BYB352 Primary of introduction, exposition andmessage of the Pentateuch

8

BYB414 Continuation of introduction, exegesis andtheology of the Old Testament

This study shall be applied on a rotatingbasis to

(i) The prophetical literature(ii) The writings and the systematisa-

tion of Old Testament theologyPrerequisites: HEB204 or HEB232, 242

16


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BYB424 Continuation of exegesis and theology ofthe New Testament


Prerequisites: Two of the following fourmodules: GRK212, GRK222, GRK232,GRK242

16

BYB434 Continuation of introduction, exposition andmessage of the Old Testament

This study shall be applied on a rotatingbasis to(i) The prophetical literature(ii) The writings and the systematisa-

tion of Old Testament Theology

16

BYB444 Continuation of exposition and message ofthe New Testament

The study shall be applied on a rotating

basis to(i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters(ii) Pauline Letters(iii) General Letters and Revelation

16

CHURCH HISTORY AND POLITYMODULE

CODECONTENTS CREDITS

EKK212 Church History 33-600 8



EKK412 Dogmatic History 8

EKK422 Introduction to Church Polity 8

EKK442 Southern Africa Church History 1500-1900 8GREEK

MODULECODE

CONTENTS CREDITS

GRK114 Basic New Testament Greek grammar 16

GRK124 Continuation of New Testament Greekgrammar and reading

Prerequisite: GRK114

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GRK212 Reading of New Testament passages, withapplied grammar and semantics

8

GRK222 Reading of Patristic authors, with appliedgrammar and lexicography

8

GRK232 Reading of New Testament, with appliedgrammar and grammar

8

GRK242 Reading of patristic authors, with appliedgrammar and grammar

8

GRK312 New Testament rhetoric and translation ofunprepared passages

8

GRK322 Introduction to the text and content of theSeptuaginta

8

GRK332 Classical rhetoric 8

GRK342 Reading of New Testament passages,advanced applied grammar andstylistics

8

GRK352 Epic and unseen translation 8

GRK362 Tragedy 8

GRK372 Patristics 8HEBREW

MODULECODE

CONTENTS CREDITS

HEB114 Introduction to the grammar of BiblicalHebrewAlphabet, morphology, semantics, syntax

and vocabularyTranslation of simple sentences from

Hebrew

16

HEB124 Continuation of the grammar of BiblicalHebrewMorphology and semantics of finite and

infinite verbsMorphology of the nounVocabulary and translation of sample texts

16

HEB204 Advanced grammar of Biblical HebrewMasoretic accentuation signsSyntax, semantics and pragmatics of verbs

and verb strings

16


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Syntax and semantics of nouns and nounphrases

Word orderTranslation of a selection of chapters from

the Hebrew Bible

HEB232 Grammatical analyses in textual context:Ruth and Jonah

Phonological, morphological, syntactic,semantic and pragmatic analysis of theBiblical Hebrew texts of Ruth and Jonah

8

HEB242 Narratology and Old Testament textsNarratological procedure and analysis of the

texts of Ruth and Jonah

8

HEB312 Biblical Hebrew poetryPoetical procedures and analyses of a

number of Psalmonic genres, includingLament, Royal Psalm and individualpoem

Structure and stylistic features in BiblicalHebrew poetry

8

HEB322 Grammar of Biblical AramaicPhonology, morphology, semantics and

syntax of Biblical AramaicTranslation of a selection of Biblical

Aramaic texts

8

HEB332 Introduction to the Dead Sea ScrollsThe discovery, origin, and implications of

the Dead Sea Scrolls for Biblical studiesand traditions of Judaism

8

HEB342 Israelite religionThe historical and thematic development of

the Israelite religion from the Patriarchalera to the exilic period of the Exile

8

MISSIOLOGYMODULE

CODECONTENT CREDITS

GWE112 Science of religionIslam, Hinduism,Judaism, Buddhism,Satanism,African traditional religions

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SDW222 The foundation of missionOld Testament perspectives

CreationSalvationGrace

New Testament perspectivesSalvation in Christ

Matthew, Mark, Luke and Paul

8

SDW322 Theology of missionGoal of missionMotives of missionCongregation and missionThe missionaryThemes in theology of mission

Missio DeiThe "Church with others"EvangelisationContextualisationInculturation

8

SDW412 The theology of religions

Missionary diaconate

8

PRACTICAL THEOLOGYMODULE


PTL212 Foundations for congregational up buildingand ministry

PreachingWorshipPastoral careChristian educationEvangelismMissions

8

PTL222 DiaconicsChristian charity and spirituality: the

creation of a congregational spiritualityof Christian care

Christian charity and cybernetics: planningand organisation

Christian charity and pastoral care andafter-care

8


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PTL242 Foundations of pastoral carePastoral care and sufferingPastoral care and charityPastoral care and marriagePastoral care and youth care

8

PTL314 Christian education and youth careRecruiting and training cathecism staff

Teaching, celebration and serviceRelation buildingFriendship evangelismApplied youth policyApplied youth organisation

16

PTL402 HomileticsIntroduction to preachingHistory of preachingSermon formsPractice of preaching

8

PTL422 Ministry to young childrenMinistry to young children an introduc-

tion

Ministry to young children religiousaspects

Infant ministryMinistry to young children in the local

congregationCounselling young childrenMinistry to young children in the commu-

nity

8

PTL442 Liturgics/HymnologyIntroduction to liturgyHistory of liturgyTheory of liturgyLiturgical formsHymnology

8


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SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGYMODULE


TLG112 Introduction to theology and Encyclopediaof Theology

Theology as scienceTypes of theology

Classification of theological subjectsMeta-theological subjects

8

TLG122 SymbolicsIntroduction to symbolicsEcumenical creedsHistorical overview of confessions of

different denominationsSelection of creeds and confessions: historyand contents

8

DOG212 DogmaticsProlegomenaRevelation

Holy ScriptureDoctrine of GodCreation

8

DOG322 DogmaticsHuman beingProvidenceSinCovenantChurch

8

DOG342 ApologeticsDefending the Christian confession

against attacks on the fundamentaltruths of the Christian faith by false

philosophy, especially in moderntheology

8

DOG422 DogmaticsChristologyPneumatologyMeans of graceEschatology

8


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DOG442 Theological ethics

Introduction to Theological Ethics8


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B.A. HONS. (Multidisciplinary)Practical Theology

Practical TheologyDKN601(20 credits)1. Introduction to Practical Theology

Delimitation of the field of studyEncyclopaedic place of the disciplineShort historical overview of approaches

2. HomileticsPreaching as a field of studyHistory of preachingNature and content of preachingPreaching as communicatory eventPreaching practice

3. CatecheticsDefinition and history of catechesisSubject and object of catechesis

Subject matter of the catechesisMethodology of catechesis

4. Youth careYouth and subcultureChurch youth and crisis phenomena (e.g. extra-denomina-

tionalism and the formation of groups)Church policy and youth actionsSmall groups and youth leaders

5. DiaconicsDefinition of the concept and underlying principles of the

diaconateHistorical overview of the forms of the diaconate

Functioning of the diaconate in modern timesInstitutions and organisations with regard to the diaconate

6. Practicum


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Systematic TheologySystematic TheologyDOG621(20 credits)1. Dogmatics

Selection of relevant loci in the dogmatics

2. Theological EthicsIntroduction

3. ApologeticsDefence of the Christian confession against attacks on the

fundamental truths of the Christian faith by false philo-sophy, especially in modern theology

Church History and PolityChurch History and PolityEKK601(20 credits)1. South African church history

2. Church polity3. Dogmatic history

New TestamentNew TestamentNET621(20 credits)Exegesis/Exposition and Theology of the New Testament

The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to1. Gospels, Acts and the Letters of John2. Pauline Letters3. General Letters and Revelation


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Old TestamentOld TestamentOET611(20 credits)Introduction, Exegesis/Exposition and Theology of the Old Testa-ment

The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to

1. The prophetical literature2. The writings and the systematisation of Old Testament

Theology

MissiologyMissiologySDW611(20 credits)1. The foundation of the mission in the Bible

The foundation of the mission in the Old TestamentThe foundation of the mission in the New Testament

2. General introduction to missiologyThe purpose of missionThe motives of missionThe missionary congregationThe missionaryThe Missio DeiInculturation, acculturation and accommodationContextual mission

3. Introduction to religionsA general orientation with regard to religions

IslamHinduismTraditional African religionsJudaismBuddhism


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B.A. HONS.(study in one subject)

Theology Honores

1. Biblical StudiesA. Old Testament

See Old TestamentB. New Testament

See New TestamentC. A Short dissertation chosen in consultation with the

DepartmentBYB693

2. Practical TheologyFive modules plus a short dissertation:

Module codes(20 credits each)DKN612 Introduction to Practical Theology

Research methodologyDiaconics

DKN613 Homiletics (preaching)Liturgics (worship)

DKN614 Poimenics (pastoral care)DKN622 Cybernetics (congregational up building and

con-gregational ministry)DKN623 Catechetics and youth careDKN693 Short dissertation

3. Systematic TheologyFive modules plus a short dissertation:

Module codes(20 credits each)DOG612 A few of the articles of faith of the churchDOG613 An overview of theological history since 1800DOG614 A theme chosen from the philosophy of religion

or apologeticsDOG622 An in-depth study of any three loci in systematic

theologyDOG623 Any three subjects from social ethicsDOG693 Short dissertation


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4. Church History and PolityFive modules plus a short dissertation:

Module codes(20 credits each)EKK612 History of the church in AfricaEKK613 Introduction to the Science of EcclesiologyEKK614 Introduction to church polityEKK622 Church History 33-2000

EKK623 Church History of Southern Africa 1500-2000EKK693 Short dissertation

5. New TestamentFive modules plus a short dissertation:

Module codes(20 credits each)NET612 (a) Textual criticism of the New Testament

(b) Hermeneutics of the New Testament(c) Exegetic methods with special focus on the

New TestamentNET613 (a) History of the New Testamentic research

(b) Canonical history of the New Testament(c) Introduction to the books of the New

TestamentNET614 (a) Theoretical aspects of historical research;Archaeology of the New Testament

(b) Background of the New Testament(c) History of the New Testament

NET622 Exegesis of selected parts of the New TestamentNET623 Introduction to, and theology of the New TestamentNET693 Short dissertation

6. Old TestamentFive modules plus a short dissertation:

Module codes(20 credits each)OET612 (a) Methodology of exegesis

(b) Hermeneutics of the Old Testament

OET613 (a) Introduction to the books of the Old Testament(b) Canonical history of the Old Testament

OET614 (a) Archaeology of the Old Testament(b) Culture-historical background of the Old Testa-

ment(c) Historical research and the history of Israel

OET623 Exegesis of selected parts of the Old Testament


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OET623 (a) Introduction to the Theology of the Old Testa-ment

(b) Theology of the Old TestamentOET693 Short dissertation

7. MissiologyFive modules plus a short dissertation:

Module codes(20 credits each)

SDW612 Mission historySDW613 The foundations of missionSDW614 Missionary evangelisticsSDW622 DiaconicsSDW623 Ministry to adherents to World ReligionsSDW693 Short dissertation

8. Religious StudiesFive modules plus a short dissertation:

Module codes (20 credits each)GDD601 History and philosophy of religionsGDD602 Comparative study of religionsGDD603 Monotheistic religions

GDD604 Oriental religionsGDD605 African traditional religions and other primal

religionsGDD693 Short dissertation


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UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA INTHEOLOGY

MODULECODE

CONTENTS CREDITS

BYO112 Introduction to the Bible

The influence and credibility of theBible

View on Scripture and the Bible andother religious books

Introduction to the Bible: books,translation, text, language andrelationship between Old and NewTestament

8

BYO122 The Bible and the Christian lifeThe Ten CommandmentsThe Sermon on the Mount

8

EGR108 Introduction: elementary Greek 32

EGR208 Continuation of elementary GreekPrerequisites: EGR108 32

EHB108 Introduction to elementary BiblicalHebrew

32

EHB208 Elementary grammar of Biblical Hebrew 32

GDD112 Spirituality, religion and social inter-action

8

RLO112 Introduction to the study of religion 8

RLO122 A survey of the religions of South Africa 8

TLG152 Studying at the UniversityDevelopment of personalityLibrary skills

8

TLG162 The compilation of an assignment

(source-based study)Improvement of reading ability

8

TLG134 Introduction to theology andEncyclopedia of TheologyTheology as scienceTypes of theologyClassification of theological subjectsMeta-theological subjects

16


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TLG144 Symbolic

Introduction to symbolicEcumenical creedsHistorical overview of confessions of

different denominationsSelection of creeds and confessions:

history and contents

16

BYB172 Reading from the Old Testament 8

BYB362 Reading from the New Testament 8

EKK232 Introduction to the Church History 33-600

8

EKK242 Introduction to the Church History 600-1400

8

NOTE: Compare B.A. (Theology) and B.Th. syllabuses for theremaining U.D.T. modules.


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ADVANCED UNIVERSITYDIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY (9213)


Biblical Studies BYB312BYB352 88 BYB344orBYB444

orNET644

16

16

16




EKK314 16 - -

SystematicTheology

- -DOG322DOG342

88


SubjectDegreeCode

Credits





NOTE: Compare the B.A. (Theology) and B.Th.syllabuses in

respect of the abovementioned codes.


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M.DIV., P.D.T. AND LICENTIATE INTHEOLOGY

BIBLIOLOGY: BIBLICAL STUDIES,OLD AND NEW TESTAMENT

MODULE

CODE

CONTENTS CREDITS

OET654 Advanced introduction, exegesis andtheology of the Old Testament

The study shall be applied on arotating basis to(i) The prophetical literature(ii) The writings and the syste-

matisation of Old TestamentTheology

Prerequisites: HEB204 or HEB232, 242

16

NET664 Advanced exegesis and theology of theNew Testament

The study shall be applied on a

rotating basis to(i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters of

John(ii) Pauline Letters(iii) General Letters and Revelation

Prerequisites: two of the following fourmodules: GRK212, GRK222, GRK232,GRK242

16

OET634 Advanced introduction, exposition andmessage of the Old Testament

The study shall be applied on arotating basis to(i) The prophetical lliterature

(ii) The writings and the systemati-sation of the Old TestamentTheology

16

NET644 Advanced exposition and message ofthe New Testament

The study shall be applied on arotating basis to

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(i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters ofJohn

(ii) Pauline Letters(iii) General Letters and Revelation

OET602 Preaching the WordHermeneuticsRelationship between Old Testament/

New TestamentThe use of the Scripture in pastoralcare/ethics

8

OET724 Preaching the WordHermeneuticsRelationship between Old Testament/

New TestamentThe use of the Scripture in pastoral

care/ethics

16

NET602 Preaching the WordHermeneuticsRelationship between Old Testament/

New Testament

The use of the Scripture in pastoralcare/ethics

8

NET724 Preaching the WordHermeneuticsRelationship between Old Testament/

New TestamentThe use of the Scripture in pastoralcare/ethics

16




EKK662 Southern Africa Church History 1900-1960 8

EKK602 Ecclesiological perspectives for thecontemporary time

8

EKK724 Ecclesiology for the contemporary time 16


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MISSIOLOGY

MODULECODE CONTENTS

CREDITS

SDW634 Themes in missiologySecularism and missionNew paradigms and mission

Mission theology in a postmodernworld

Ecology and mission

16

SDW602 Cross-cultural communicationBackgroundReligionsApplication

8

SDW724 Cross-cultural communicationBackgroundReligionsApplication

16

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY

MODULECODE

CONTENTS CREDITS

PTL604 Pastoral careApplied basic theory: pastoral

models appliedPastoral care and suffering: the

handling of illness and lossCrisis pastoral care and pastoral

therapyPastoral care: Christian charity and

caring for the agedPastoral care and marriage:

marriage and family enrichment

Pastoral care and youth care: youthministry and pastoral cathecism

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PTL622 Congregational ministryCongregational up building

Theory and practiceStrategic planning/congregation ana-

lysisStructures

Christian leadership

Leadership and spiritualityLeadership and crisis management

8

PTL602 HomileticsCommunication and preachingPreaching and the church yearPreaching and liturgyPractice of preaching

8

PTL600 Practical theological ecclesiologyPersonality and spirituality formationPastoral careHomileticsLiturgics

40

PTL720 Practical theological ecclesiology

Personality and spirituality formationPastoral careHomileticsLiturgics

40

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGYMODULE


DOG672 DogmaticsChurchRelevant loci in contemporary perspec-

tive

8

DOG632 Theological ethics

The Decalogue and issues concerningindividual and social ethics relatedthereto

8

DOG652 PolemicsThe defence of the Christian confession

against attacks on the fundamentaltruths of the Christian faith by adeviant Christianity

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DOG602 Individual ethical issues

Social ethical issuesSacramentsPrayerChurch

8

DOG724 Individual ethical issues

Social ethical issuesSacramentsPrayerChurch

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MINI-DISSERTATIONMODULE

CODECONTENTS (M.Div.) CREDITS

XXX792 A mini-dissertation in ONE of the follo-wing codes

BYB792 (where it is clearly Old andNew Testament)

HEB792GRK792TLG792 (interdisciplinary)PTL792OET792NET792DOG792SDW792EKK792

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MODULECODE CONTENTS (Licentiate in Theology) CREDITS

XXX692 A mini-dissertation in ONE of the follo-wing codes

BYB692 (where it is clearly Old andNew Testament)

HEB692GRK692TLG692 (interdisciplinary)PTL692OET692NET692DOG692SDW692EKK692

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MAGISTER ARTIUM (M.A.)THEOLOGY

(a) Three modules and an comprehensive mini -dissertation

OLD TESTAMENTMODULE


OET701 Theology and Ethics Old Testament 20

OET702 Background, Canonics, Methodology 20

OET703 Understanding and exposition of the OldTestament

20

OET 791 Comprehensive mini-dissertation 60

NEW TESTAMENTMODULE


NET701 Theology and Ethics New Testament 20

NET702 Background, Canonics, Methodology 20

NET703 Introduction and exposition of the NewTestament

20

NET791 Comprehensive mini-dissertation 60



EKK701 Introduction to Church History and Polity 20

EKK702 Church Polity 20

EKK703 Church History 20

EKK791 Comprehensive mini-dissertation 60

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY

MODULECODE

CONTENTS CREDITS

DOG701 Introduction to Systematic Theology 20

DOG702 Dogmatics 20

DOG703 Symbolics 20

DOG709 Apologetics and Polemics 20

DOG710 Ethics 20

DOG 791 Comprehensive mini-dissertation 60


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PRACTICAL THEOLOGYMODULE


DKN701 Introduction to Practical Theology 20

DKN702 Pastoral care 20

DKN703 Homiletics 20

DKN791 Comprehensive mini-dissertation 60

MISSIOLOGYMODULE


SDW701 Introduction to Missiology 20

SDW702 Theology of mission 20

SDW703 Mission practice 20

SDW791 Comprehensive mini-dissertation 60

BIBLICAL STUDYMODULE


BYB701 Introduction to Sciences of the Bible 20

BYB702 Introduction questions 20BYB703 Theology of the Bible books 20

BYB791 Comprehensive mini-dissertation 60

RELIGIOUS STUDIESMODULE


GDD701 Introduction to Religious Studies 20

GDD702 Religions of the world 20

GDD703 Comparative Religious Studies 20

GDD791 Comprehensive mini-dissertation 60

BIBLICAL THEOLOGY: BIBLICAL SPIRITUALITYMODULE

COD

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