| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
|---|---|
| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Associate Degree of Theology |
| Type of Training | Individual standalone programme |
| Reference Number | ASDEGTH20 |
| Description | A two year full-time course and may also be studied on a part-time basis over a maximum period of six years. However, it is strongly recommended that there be a full-time component in each student’s course of study. It has the purpose of preparing students for gospel ministry in cross-cultural settings within Australia and overseas. It is offered through the SMBC School of Cross-Cultural Mission and its purpose is to provide students with a foundation in Bible, Church History and Theology as well as providing the opportunity to focus on Mission studies. There is a cross-cultural fieldwork component in the course which provides students with the opportunity to experience ministry in a cultural context different to their own, either within Australia or overseas. Preparation and supervision are provided, and students prepare reflection papers and ministry reports on completion of the ministry assignment. This practical experience enables students to identify their own gifts and abilities and discover possible cross cultural ministry vocations. It is also possible to do a 5,000-6,000 word Missions project. This provides students with the opportunity to research an area of special interest that is relevant to their future ministry and is not covered elsewhere in the course |
| Keywords | missions, cross-cultural, Sydney, Australia, Bible-teaching, Bible college, Bible study, evangelistic ministry, mission preparation |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (UK, International) |
| Other Languages | |
| Country and region where programme is available | Australia / New South Wales |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Mission and Evangelism / Evangelism and Apologetics; Mission and Evangelism / Cross-Cultural Mission and History; Mission and Evangelism / Church Planting and Multiplication; Mission and Evangelism / Missionary Team Care and Skills; Mission and Evangelism / Tentmaking and Self-Financing Skills; Mission and Evangelism / Language Learning Methods; Mission and Evangelism / Ministry to Non-Literate People; Mission and Evangelism / Bible Translation; Mission and Evangelism / Short-Term Mission |
| Residential/Non Residential | Mixed |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Degree |
| Cost Range | From US$10,000 to less than US$100,000 |
| Actual Cost | changes yearly- please contact SMBC directly |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | |
| Actual Length | 2 years FT/ 6 years PT |
| Average hours of study per week | 15 |
| Methods of instruction | Lectures / tutorials, reading. If FT, then being part of the SMBC community, compulsory attendance at Principal's Hour, Chapel, Missions/Ministry weekly program, being part of a College mission team, prayer triplets, practicums where applicable. |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 0 |
| Prerequisite Programmes | It is open as a first degree to students who have achieved an ATAR of at least 65 (or equivalent). However, where an applicant has not completed the HSC, mature age entry (21 and above) will be favourably considered. |
| Other Prerequisites | There may be language requirements for candidates whose first language is not English. |
| Qualifications gained | Assoc. Degree of Theology |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | Bachelor of Theology |
| Programme Accredited by | Other Accreditation (see below) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | Australian College of Theology |