The Diploma in Theological Studies is a two-year course that aims to train the candidates in Old Testament, New Testament, Theology & Ethics, History of Christianity, Christian Leadership, Christian Ministry, Missions, Religion, 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
10th Pass or its Equivalent from a Recognized Board
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.
OT101
Survey of the Old Testament
3
2.
OT102
Genesis
3
3.
OT105
Old Testament Prophets
3
Selective
4.
OT104
Psalms
3
Department of New Testament
Core
5.
NT121
Survey of the New Testament
3
6.
NT122
Jesus of the Gospels
3
7.
NT124
Peter & Paul in Acts
3
Selective
8.
NT123
Gospel of Mark
3
9.
NT125
Epistle to the Romans
3
10.
NT128
I & II Thessalonians
3
11.
NT129
Epistles of James & Peter
3
Department of Theology & Ethics
Core
12.
TE141
Survey of Systematic Theology I
3
Selective
13.
TE142
Survey of Systematic Theology II
3
Department of History of Christianity
Core
14.
HC162
Survey of Indian Church History
3
Department of Religion
Core
15.
RP181
Outline of Major Religions
3
Department of Christian Ministry
Core
16.
CM201
Spiritual Formation
3
17.
CM202
Interpretation & Preaching
3
18.
CM205
Educational Ministry in the Church
3
Selective
19.
CM204
Biblical Foundations of Worship
3
Department of Christian Leadership
Core
20.
CL222
Church Administration
3
Selective
21.
CL221
Christian Leadership & Ethics
3
Department of Mission
Core
22.
MS241
Introduction to Mission & Evangelism
3
Selective
23.
MS243
Church Planting
3
Department of General Studies
Selective
24.
GS261
English I
3
25.
GS262
English II
3
26.
GS263
Basic Learning Method
3
Applied Courses
27.
Practical Ministry
3
28.
Formations
3
Credits for Dip. Th. Programme: 84 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 student’s stay on campus.
The student must meet all financial obligations to the Institute.
The following is a general outline of the grading system for evaluation of academic performance:
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 Dip. 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 B Th
Contact
Dean of Academics, Southern Asia Leadership Institute, Peniel Campus, Veerappanur, Pichanoor P.O, Coimbatore – 641105