Program Description Bachelor of Theology The Bachelor of Theology (BTH) is a three and a half years degree designed to provide an in-depth knowledge of the tools to exegete the Holy Scriptures with integrity. Through a biblically integrated curriculum, students will be equipped to assume positions of leadership, influence, and responsibility in church, community, schools and other organizations, both locally and globally. The program aims to equip students with knowledge and understanding of the following kinds: The major types of writings in the Christian Bible (Old Testament and New Testament), contents , their basic literary characteristics, major figures and religious themes, current scholarly approaches and major accepted results of scholarly investigations; The history of Christianity from beginnings through to the current period, and with the spread and diversification of Christianity in various cultures world-wide (Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, Africa); The major traditional doctrines and issues in Christian theology, including key historic figures and the ideas with which they are associated, and acquaintance with critical reflection on Christian theology: issues, figures, developments; Issues and approaches involved in critical discussion of Christian ethics; The practice of Christian faith in various settings: church, society and politics; The encounter between Christianity and other major religions (Islam, Hinduism, and so on), with special reference to the current time, including key examples of Christian theological approaches to non-Christian religions; Depending on the 'Major' and 'Minor' subjects chosen, advanced knowledge and understanding of selected subject areas or disciplines in theological studies (for example, New Testament, Old Testament, Christian Ethics and Practical Theology, and so on); The development and promotion of confidence in the Bible as God's inspired Word and authority for faith and practice; Current trends and theological issues in Christianity today, with biblical answers to those trends and issues; Values for the work of the ministry through developing an understanding and appreciation of various opportunities and challenges common to the Lord's work with an emphasis on ministry in the local church; Presenting of Biblical truth, a methodology for studying theology, and instruction in the use of appropriate tools for theological and ministry-related research; Development within students the skills necessary for public and private communication of scriptural truth. To know more on how to be eligible for the award of this program, please click here -->BTh Award Eligibility Site Powered By Northrise Services Copyright 2010 - Northrise University (+260) 212-622-195 | Ndola, Copperbelt | Zambia | Contact Us