The Bachelor of Theology is a three-year course that aims to train the candidates in Old Testament, New Testament, Theology & Ethics, History of Christianity, Christian Leadership, Christian Ministry, Missions, Religion & Philosophy and Languages.
General Requirements
He / she should be a born-again Christian.
He / she should be a person of good Christian reputation.
The candidate should be an active member of a local church.
The candidate should be able to demonstrate a definite calling in his/her life to the Lord’s ministry.
Educational Requirements
12th Pass or its Equivalent from a Recognized Board/University
The medium of instruction is English. Hence, candidates are expected to possess at least a basic. English proficiency manageable enough to read, write and speak on a basic level.
Course Information
No.
Course Code
Subject
Credit Hours
Department of Old Testament
Core
1.
OT1001
General Survey of the Bible I
3
2.
OT1002
Introduction to Pentateuch
3
3.
OT1007
Prophetical Movement
3
Selective
4.
OT1005
Psalms & Worship in Israel
3
Department of New Testament
Core
5.
NT1021
General Survey of the Bible II
3
6.
NT1022
Life & Ministry of Jesus Christ
3
7.
NT1026
Romans & Galatians
3
Selective
8.
NT1024
Gospel of John
3
9.
NT1025
Acts of the Apostles
3
10.
NT1028
Prison Epistles
3
11.
NT1032
General Epistles
3
12.
NT1033
Apocalyptic Literature
3
13.
NT1034
Preliminary Greek
3
Department of Theology & Ethics
Core
14.
TE1042
Systematic Theology I
3
15.
TE1043
Systematic Theology II
3
16.
TE1046
Biblical Ethics
3
Selective
17.
TE1044
Systematic Theology III
3
18.
TE1045
Systematic Theology IV
3
Department of History of Christianity
Core
19.
HC1063
History of Christianity in India
3
20.
HC1061
History of Christianity I
3
Selective
21.
HC1062
History of Christianity II
3
Department of Religion & Philosophy
Core
22.
RP1081
Major Religions in India
3
23.
RP1082
Contemporary Indian Movements
3
Department of Christian Ministry
Core
24.
CM1102
Christian Education
3
25.
CM1103
Biblical Interpretation
3
26.
CM1104
Homiletics
3
27.
CM1101
Basic Spirituality
3
28.
CM1105
Pastoral Care and Counseling
3
Selective
29.
CM1106
Christian Worship
3
Department of Christian Leadership
Core
30.
CL1121
Church Administration & Leadership
3
Selective
31.
CL1122
Biblical Foundations of Leadership
3
32.
CL1123
Christian Leadership & Culture
3
Department of Mission
Core
33.
MS1141
Mission and Personal Evangelism
3
34.
MS1143
Principles of Church Growth
3
Selective
35.
MS1144
Life & Work of Missionaries
3
Department of General Studies
Core
36.
GS1161
Study Method
3
Selective
37.
GS1162
English I
3
38.
GS1163
English II
3
Applied Courses
39.
Practical Ministry
3
40.
Formations
3
Credits for B. Th. Programme: 120 hours
Graduation Requirements
A minimum of 40% marks in all examinations.
Satisfactory performances in practical ministry which includes activities in campus chapel, regular weekend ministry with local churches and one month of ministry during summer vacation each year.
Evidence of good Christian character throughout the students stay on campus.
The students must meet all financial obligations to the Institute.
Grading System
First Class
Excellent
A+ (80-100)
A (75-79)
A- (70-74)
Second Class
Good
B+ (65-69)
B (60-64)
B- (55-59)
Third Class
Average
C+ (50-54)
C (45-49)
C- (40-44)
Opportunities for Graduates
Upon graduation, the B Th graduates are looking at the following opportunities:
Be an evangelist
Be a pastor / associate pastor / teaching elder at a local church
Be a part of a para-church organisation
A candidate to apply for M. Div
Contact
Dean of Academics, Southern Asia Leadership Institute, Peniel Campus, Veerappanur, Pichanoor P.O, Coimbatore – 641105