Program Objective
This program is designed for lay Christians and organization workers with a Bachelor’s degree, providing them with the opportunity to study Christianity systematically, combine theory and practice in addition to students’ own professional knowledge, to help in the growth of their churches.
Target Students
Canada Christians with Cantonese speaking and listening capabilities.
Program Design
- Students must complete 24 courses (6 core courses and 18 electives) with 3 quarter credits each, a total of 72 credits, and other graduation requirements.
- The program mainly includes intensive in-person lectures, with several courses available to be taken online.
- Students must complete the program in 6 years’ time.
Credit Requirement
Core | Introduction to the Study of the Old Testament Introduction to the Study of the New Testament Hermeneutics Introduction to Systematic Theology OR Systematic Theology I/II/III Introduction to Church History OR Church History I/II/III Christian Ethics | 6 courses | 18 credits |
Electives | Any master’s level intensive in-person or online courses | 18 courses | 54 credits |
Grad. Requirements |
|
| 8 credits |
Total |
| 24 courses | 80 credits |
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must be born-again Christians and are baptized for two years or above.
- Demonstrate acceptable levels of spiritual maturity, appropriate giftedness, and ministry involvement in the church. A recommendation from the affiliated church is needed.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
- Applicants need to attend an interview.
**This program is accredited by the Asia Theological Association (ATA). Period of Accreditation: 2012-2028
