UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE

CALENDAR
FACULTY OF THEOLOGY

2010

DEAN: PROFESSOR D.F. TOLMIE THEOLOGY BUILDING 17 PHONE : +27(0)51 4012667

FAX : +27(0)51 4013508

OFFICIAL ADDRESS
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The Registrar Student Academic Services University of the Free State P.O. Box 339 9300 BLOEMFONTEIN SOUTH AFRICA

Telephone : +27(0)51 4012667

Fax : +27(0)51 4013508

CONTENTS
Academic Staff ........................................................................... Diplomas and Degrees .............................................................. Regulations ................................................................................ CERTIFICATE Certificate in Theology ............................................................ DIPLOMAS University Diploma in Theology (9010) .................................. University Diploma in Theology (9011) .................................. Advanced University Diploma in Theology ............................. Postgraduate Diploma in Theology ........................................ Licentiate in Theology.............................................................. DEGREES Baccalaureus Theologiae ....................................................... Baccalaureus Theologiae (Extended Programme) ................ Baccalaureus Artium (Theology) ............................................ Honores degree Baccalaureus Artium Honores (Theology) ............................. Master's degrees Magister Divinitatis ................................................................. Magister Artium (Theology) (Structured Programme) ............ Magister Artium (Theology) (Dissertation) .............................. Magister Theologiae (Structured Programme) ....................... Magister Theologiae (Dissertation) ........................................ Doctors degrees Doctor Theologiae .................................................................. Philosophiae Doctor ............................................................... SYLLABUSES Religious Study/Religious Education ...................................... Certificate in Theology ............................................................ University Diploma in Theology (9010) .................................. University Diploma in Theology (9011) .................................. Advanced University Diploma in Theology ............................. B.A. (Theology) / B.Th. and B.Th. (Extended Programme) .... B.A. Hons. (Multidisciplinary) .................................................. B.A. Hons. (Study in one subject) .......................................... M.Div., P.D.T. and Licentiate in Theology .............................. Magister Artium (M.A.) (Theology) ......................................... Magister Theologiae (M.Th.) ..................................................
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ACADEMIC STAFF
Dean Prof. D.F. Tolmie (Heads of departments are indicated by means of an asterisk) Church History and Polity * Prof. P.J. Strauss; Prof. R.M. Britz Missiology * Prof. P. Verster New Testament * Prof. H.C. van Zyl; Prof. D.F. Tolmie Old Testament * Prof. S.D. Snyman Practical Theology Prof. J.A. van den Berg; Prof. W.J. Schoeman; Dr. J. Steyn Religion Study Rev. M. Sukdaven Systematic Theology * Prof. R. Venter

DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES

In addition to the diplomas and degrees which the University may introduce in future, the following diplomas and degrees can be conferred in the Faculty of Theology: Diplomas and Degrees Certificate in Theology University Diploma in Theology University Diploma in Theology Advanced University Diploma in Theology Postgraduate Diploma in Theology Licenciate in Theology Baccalaureus Theologiae Baccalaureus Theologiae (Extended Programme) Baccalaureus Artium (Theology) Baccalaureus Artium Honores (Theology) Magister Divinitatis Magister Artium (Theology) (Stuctured Programme) Magister Artium (Theology) (Dissertation) Abbreviation Cert. Theol. U.D.T. U.D.T. A.U.D.T. P.D.T. Lic. Theol. B.Th. Study code 9002 9010 9011 9213 9212 9211 9300 Programme code M9000 M9000 M9000 M9001 M9001 M9001 M9000 Total credits 128 384 384 128 128 120 512

B.Th. B.A. (Theology) B.A. (Hons.) (Theology) M.Div. M.A. (Theology) M.A. (Theology)

9302

M9000

640

9301 9501 9701 9706

M9000 M9001 M9001 M9001

384 120 288 120

9705

M9001

120

Magister Theologiae (Structured Programme) Magister Theologiae (Dissertation) Doctor Theologiae Philosophiae Doctor

M.Th. M.Th. D.Th. Ph.D.

9704 9703 9900 9910

M9001 M9001 M9001 M9001

120 120 240 240

REGULATIONS
There are two kinds of regulations that students should consider: General Regulations of the University and Regulations of the Faculty. General Regulations of the University are applicable to all qualifications and programmes offered by this University. These regulations are set out in part 1 of the General Calendar of the University, and deal with admission to the University, registration as student, requirements for passing, examinations, etc. Students should note that the General Regulations are applicable to all qualifications offered in the Faculty of Theology. Regulations of the Faculty apply specifically to degree and other programmes of this Faculty and are expounded in this Calendar. The regulations according to which a student registers will be valid for the duration of his/her studies for that particular qualification. It is the responsibility of students to be well acquainted with the General Regulations as well as the Faculty Regulations.

CERTIFICATE IN THEOLOGY
The following undergraduate Certificate in Theology is conferred in the Faculty of Theology on NQF Level 5: Certificate Certificate in Theology REG. K12 Information The Certificate in Theology offers a first encounter with theology to students whose matriculation results do not allow them to register directly for either the University Diploma in Theology or the B.Th. degree. It is also suitable for persons who wish to follow a so-called lay ministry in the church or who are interested in theology but who do not wish to continue with theological training after having completed the Certificate. However, the Certificate does grant access to the three-year University Diploma in Theology (study code 9011) with acknowledgement of this course as the first year. Admission Senior Certificate issued by the South African Certification Council with or without endorsement (in 2007 or before) or a National Senior Certificate passed with an admission point (AP) 17-22 and the medium of instruction of choice (Afrikaans or English) passed with a minimum achievement level 4 (=50%) [from 2008] or after completion of three credit bearing modules of the Certificate and Diploma first year as short courses with a pass mark of 55% or more. Certificate cum laude In order to obtain the Certificate cum laude, the average mark of all the modules must be 75% and the study must be completed in 18 months. Min. period of study 1 year Abbreviation Cert. Theol. Study Code 9002 Programme code M9000 Total Credits 128

CERTIFICATE IN THEOLOGY Study Code 9002

Cert. Theol.

CURRICULUM Subject Church History and Polity

Fundamental Course in Tertiary Study

First semester Modules Credits EKK104 CIT104 SDW114 OET116 DOG104 16 24 -

Second semester Modules Credits 16 NET126 PTL124 16 24 16 16

Missiology New Testament Old Testament Practical Theology Systematic Theology

UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY

The following University Diploma in Theology is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 6: Diploma University Diploma in Theology REG. K8 Min. period of study 3 years Abbreviation U.D.T. Study Code 9010 Programme code M9000 Total Credits 384 U.D.T.

UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY Study Code 9010

Information The University Diploma in Theology (U.D.T.) offers an alternative theological training to students who do not qualify to register for the B.Th. degree. Some churches accept the U.D.T. as a route with a view to admission to the church ministry. After successfully completing the U.D.T. (three years) and the Advanced University Diploma in Theology (A.U.D.T.) (one year), a student may qualify to register for the B.A. Hons. (Theology) degree [see B.A. Hons. (Theology)] From 2008 first year students will only be allowed to enrol for the U.D.T. with the study code 9011. 2007 will be the last year in which first year students will be allowed to enrol for the U.D.T. with the study code 9010. It will systematically be phased out as the students move out of the system. Admission In order to be admitted to study for this Diploma, a candidate must have obtained a Senior Certificate of the standard required by the University (required M-score) or a Senior Certificate together with the Certificate in Theology of this Faculty (or an equivalent certificate or certificates). The Faculty may impose additional requirements in terms of further school training and/or practical experience.
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Elucidation A candidate for the University Diploma in Theology, who desires to be trained as a minister in his/her church, must consult with his/her denomination to determine whether the elective modules chosen are the correct selection required by his/her church. The student must also make certain that, where necessary, the applicable ecclesiastical bodies of his/her denomination can guide him/her. Diploma cum laude (i) In the fundamental and core modules, a combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained over the three years. (ii) In the minimum number of elective modules an average mark of at least 70% must be obtained over the three years. (iii) With regard to (i) and (ii) the credit value will operate as a factor in calculating the percentage. (iv) The diploma must be obtained in four years. CURRICULUM The curriculum for this Diploma covers six semesters (three academic years) and the student must obtain at least 384 credits as prescribed (128 credits per year). First academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory modules (fundamental and core modules), for which all students must enrol: Subject
Biblical Education English (F) Religious Education Theology (F) (Systematic Theology)

First semester Modules Credits

BYO112 ENG104 RLO112 TLG134 8 8 16

Second semester Modules Credits

BYO122 RLO122 TLG144 8 16 8 16

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A candidate must select from the following elective modules up to a total at least of 48 credits: Subject First semester Modules Credits Second semester Modules Credits
32 32 8 8 8 8 4

EGR108 Elementary Greek or or EHB108 Elementary Hebrew or or or TLG152 8 TLG162 Modules in skills 1 (Foundation course) Religious Studies GDD112 8 GDD122 Science of Literature LWS162 or any combination of the following to the required worth of credits Computor Literacy BRS111 4 General Reasoning ABV112 8 ABV122 Skills Information Skills ILK111 4 ILK121

Second academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Church History and Polity Missiology Practical Theology Science of Literature First semester Modules Credits BYB112 8 BYB132 8 BYB152 8 BYB172 8 EKK232 8 Second semester Modules Credits BYB122 8 BYB142 8 BYB182 8 EKK242 SDW222 PTL222 LWS162 8 8 8 82

In the event of this or an equivalent subject having been completed for any other qualification, other modules in skills may be taken up to at least 16 credits. If offered as elective in the first academic year, then it is obligatory to offer another elective of at least 8 credits. 12

A candidate must select elective modules for another 32 to 40 credits, among which: First semester Second semester Modules Credits Modules Credits Elementary Greek EGR108 32 or or Elementary Hebrew EHB108 32 or any combination of the following to the required worth of credits Computor Literacy BRS111 4 General Reasoning ABV112 8 ABV122 8 Skills Information Skills ILK111 4 ILK121 4 Religious Studies GDD224 16 Subject Third academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Practical Theology Systematic Theology First semester Modules Credits BYB212 8 BYB232 8 PTL212 DOG212 8 8 Second semester Modules Credits BYB222 8 BYB242 8 BYB362 8 PTL242 8 -

A candidate can select his/her elective modules in one of the following two ways to obtain a credit of at least 58: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Church History and Polity Missiology Philosophy Religious Studies First semester Modules Credits BYB252 8 BYB272 8 EKK314 WYS114 GDD314 16 16 16 Second semester Modules Credits BYB262 8 BYB282 8 SDW322 GDD324 8 16

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Subject Systematic Theology Systematic Theology A free choice from available modules to obtain a credit of 24: For example WYS124; PSY112, 152, 124, SOS 114, 124; OBS 134 Subject Elementary Greek Elementary Greek Elementary Hebrew Elementary Hebrew

First semester Modules Credits -

Second semester Modules Credits DOG322 DOG342 8 8

XXXYYY

As needed

XXXYYY

As needed

Year Modules EGR108 EGR2083 EHB108 EHB2084

Credits 32 32 32 32

3 4

Prerequisite: EGR108. Prerequisite: EHB108. 14

UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY

The following University Diploma in Theology is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 6: Diploma University Diploma in Theology REG. K13 Information The University Diploma in Theology (U.D.T.) offers an alternative theological training to students who do not qualify to register for the B.Th. degree. Some churches accept the U.D.T. as a route with a view to admission to the church ministry. After successfully completing the U.D.T. (three years), a student may qualify to register for the B.Th. or B.A. (Theology) and start with the second year. From 2008 first year students will only be allowed to enrol for the U.D.T. with the study code 9011. 2007 will be the last year in which first year students will be allowed to enrol for the U.D.T. with the study code 9010. It will systematically be phased out as the students move out of the system until 2012. Admission In order to be admitted to study for this diploma, a candidate must have obtained a Senior Certificate of the standard required by the University (required M-score of 24) (in 2007 and before); in terms of the National Senior Certificate (from 2008) an admission point (AP) of 23 with the language of instruction of choice (Afrikaans or English) passed at achievement level 4 (=50%) are required or a Certificate in Theology of this Faculty (or an equivalent certificate or certificates) which may give admission to the second year of the University Diploma in Theology. Min. period of study 3 years Abbreviation U.D.T. Study Code 9011 Programme code M9000 Total Credits 384 U.D.T.

UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY Study Code 9011

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Elucidation A candidate for the University Diploma in Theology, who desires to be trained as a minister in his/her church, must consult with his/her denomination to determine whether the elective modules chosen are the correct selection required by his/her church. The student must also make certain that, where necessary, the applicable ecclessiastical bodies of his/her denomination can guide him/her. Diploma cum laude (i) In the fundamental and core modules, a combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained over the three years. (ii) In the minimum number of elective modules an average mark of at least 70% must be obtained over the three years. (iii) With regard to (i) and (ii) the credit value will operate as a factor in calculating the percentage. (iv) The Diploma must be obtained in four years. CURRICULUM The curriculum for this Diploma covers six semesters (three academic years) and the student must obtain at least 384 credits as prescribed (128 credits per year). First academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory modules (fundamental and core modules), for which all students must enrol: Subject Church History and Polity Fundamental Course for Tertiary Study Missiology New Testament Old Testament Practical Theology Systematic Theology First semester Modules Credits EKK104 CIT104 Second semester Modules Credits 16 16

SDW114 OET116 DOG104

16 24 -

NET126 PTL124 -

24 16 16

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Second academic year The currciculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject Missiology New Testament Old Testament Practical Theology Systematic Theology Church History and Polity English or Akademiese Taalvaardigheid in Afrikaans or Academic Language Course in English or Afrikaans or Two modules of Afrikaans: Professies First semester Modules Credits OET214 PTL214 DOG204 EKK204 ENG104 or AFA108 16 16 Second semester Modules Credits SDW224 16 NET224 16 16 16 16 32

or ALC108

32

or AFR114 or AFP112 AFP132

16 8 8

AFP122 AFP142

8 8

A candidate must select from the following elective modules up to a total of at least 16 credits: Subject Computor Literacy
5

First semester Modules Credits BRS1115 4

Second semester Modules Credits -

Students who passed computer studies in the grade 12 Senior Certificate examinations with a D (higher grade) or C (standard grade) are exempted from BRS111. Students who passed Information Technology (IT) on performance level 4 (=50%) or Computer Application 17

First semester Second semester Modules Credits Modules Credits Elementary Greek EHB104 16 or EHB2086 32 Elementary Hebrew EGR104 16 or EGR20830 32 Information Skills ILK111 4 ILK121 4 and other modules from the first and second academic years from other programmes in so far the Module and Room Timetable can accommodate it. Subject Third academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject First semester Modules Credits EKK304 Second semester Modules Credits 16

Church History and Polity Missiology SDW314 16 New Testament NET324 16 Old Testament OET314 16 Practical Theology PTL324 16 Systematic DOG304 16 Theology A candidate must select elective modules for at least 32 credits as given in the second academic year.

Technology (CAT) on performance level 5 (=60%) in grade 12, are exempted from BRS111. Prerequisites for: EGR208 is EGR108. EHB208 is EHB108. 18

ADVANCED UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY

The following Advanced University Diploma in Theology is conferred from 2003 in die Faculty on NQF Level 6: Diploma Advanced University Diploma in Theology Min. period of study Abbreviation A.U.D.T . Study Code Programme code M9001 Total Credits 128

1 year

9213

REG. K9 ADVANCED UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY Study Code 9213 Admission

A.U.D.T.

In order to be admitted to study for the Advanced Diploma in Theology, a candidate must be in possession of a University Diploma in Theology or an equivalent qualification. Diploma cum laude (i) In the core modules and the minimum number of elective modules a combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained (ii) A calculating formula applies where the credit value applies as a calculating factor. (iii) The Diploma must be obtained in three semesters. CURRICULUM The curriculum for this diploma is taken over two semesters (one academic year) and the student must obtain at least 128 credits as prescribed. Students who have not obtained a University Diploma in Theology from this University must determine their compulsory and elective modules in consultation with the programme director of Theology what may imply that supplementary subjects in Theology must be offered.
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The curriculum comprises the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Practical Theology First semester Modules Credits BYB312 8 BYB352 8 PTL314 16 Second semester Modules Credits BYB344 16 -

Candidates who chose certain elective modules in the final year for the University Diploma in Theology must for the Advanced Diploma in Theology take the other modules to be chosen from the following: Subject Church History and Polity Missiology Systematic Theology Systematic Theology First semester Modules Credits EKK314 16 Second semester Modules Credits SDW322 DOG322 DOG342 8 8 8

All candidates take sufficient elective modules from the following to reach a total of 128 credits, including the compulsory modules: First semester Modules Credits Afrikaans AFR114 16 Business Management OBS134 16 English ENG104 English ENG114 16 German DTS154 16 Philosophy WYS114 16 Psychology PSY112 8 Psychology PSY152 8 Sociology SOS114 16 Subject Second semester Modules Credits AFR124 16 16 ENG124 16 DTS164 16 WYS124 16 PSY124 16 SOS124 16

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Subject Year Modules Elementary Greek EGR104 Elementary Greek EGR2087 Elementary Hebrew EHB104 Elementary Hebrew EHB2088 Modules of the course UDT not covered.

Credits 16 32 16 32

7 8

Prerequisites: EGR108. Prerequisites: EHB108. 21

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY

The following Postgraduate Diploma in Theology is conferred in the Faculty of Theology on NQF Level 7: Diploma Postgraduate Diploma in Theology REG. K10 Information The Postgraduate Diploma in Theology (PDT) is a multi-purpose qualification that covers the broad spectrum of theological subjects. It may grant access to a masters degree. At the same time, in some churches that set additional requirements for undergraduate studies, it may grant access to the church ministry. The P.D.T. thus serves as a useful qualification on postgraduate level to complete shortcomings with a view to masters studies and church ministry. Admission In order to be admitted to study for the Postgraduate Diploma, a student must be in possession of a professional or a four-year interdisciplinary B.Th. degree or an interdisciplinary B.A. Hons. (Theology) or an advanced B.Th. degree conferred by this university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Senate for this purpose. The curriculum for this Postgraduate Diploma in Theology extends over two semesters (one academic year) and the student must obtain at least 128 credits as prescribed. CURRICULUM The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules and one elective module of at least 8 credits:
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Min. period of study 1 year

Abbreviation PDT

Study Code 9212

Programme code M9001

Total Credits 128 P.D.T.

POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY Study Code 9212

Subject Church History and Polity Church History and Polity Missiology New Testament

First semester Modules Credits SDW634 OET65410 or OET634 PTL604 PTL602 DOG672 DOG632 DOG652 XXXYYY 16 16 16 8 8 8 At least 8

Second semester Modules Credits EKK662 8 EKK642 NET6649 or NET644 PTL622 8 16 16 16 8 8 -

Old Testament

Practical Theology Practical Theology Practical Theology Systematic Theology Systematic Theology Systematic Theology *An elective module on NQF Level 7

10

Prerequisites: Two of the following four modules: GRK212, GRK222, GRK232, GRK242. Prerequisites: HEB204 or (HEB232 and HEB242). 23

LICENTIATE IN THEOLOGY
The following Licentiate in Theology is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 7: Licenciate Licentiate in Theology REG.K11 Information This programme offers a multidisciplinary finishing in theology to students with a view to the church ministry. Admission In order to be admitted to study for the Licentiate in Theology, a candidate must be in possession of a degree in Theology or an Advanced Diploma in Theology or (an) equivalent qualification(s). CURRICULUM This is a one-year course with a total of 120 credits and consists of the following compulsory year subjects (core year subjects) with credits as specified: Subject Church History and Polity Missiology New Testament Old Testament Practical Theology Systematic Theology Year Modules EKK602 SDW602 NET602 OET602 PTL600 DOG602 Credits 8 8 8 8 40 8 Min. period of study 1 year Abbreviation Lic. Theol. Study Code 9211 Programme code M9001 Total Credits 120 Lic. Theol.

LICENTIATE IN THEOLOGY Study Code 9211

A candidate must select from the following modules up to at least 40 credits, or complete a mini-dissertation in one of the subjects of Theology with the code XXX692 to the value of 40 credits:

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Subject Biblical Studies

Church History and Polity

First semester Modules Credits BYB434 16 or OET634 8 or OET654 8 EKK412 8

Missiology

Systematic Theology

SDW412 or SDW634 DOG672 or DOG652 or DOG632

8 16 8 8 8

Second semester Modules Credits BYB344 16 or BYB444 16 or NET644 16 EKK422 8 and/or EKK442 8 or EKK662 8 and/or EKK642 8 -

DOG422 or DOG442

8 8

OR
XXX692 Mini-dissertation in one of the following codes:11 BYB692 (where it is clearly Old and New Testament) HEB692 GRK692 TLG692 (interdisciplinary) PTL692 OET692 NET692 DOG692 SDW692 EKK692 40

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Students can get recognition for a research essay to the credit of a short dissertation on honours level or higher NQF level. 25

BACCALAUREUS THEOLOGIAE
The following Baccalaureus degree in Theology is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 7: Degree Baccalaureus Theologiae REG. K1 Information The B.Th. is a professional programme that runs over four years. It is the ideal programme for students who wish to enter the ministry with a degree. The B.Th. offers a core curriculum for a variety of churches, covering the entire field of theology. Some churches require only three years of training. Even in these cases students need to register for the B.Th. degree [see B.A. (Theology)]. A candidate for the degree B.Th., who desires to be trained as a minister in his/her church, must consult with his/her denomination to determine whether the elective modules chosen are the correct selection required by his/her church so that, where necessary, the responsible ecclesiastical bodies of his/her denomination can guide him/her. Qualifying tests involve a knowledge of the Bible and church doctrine and must be completed successfully in order to qualify for the degree. The curriculum for this degree covers eight semesters (four academic years) and the student should obtain at least 512 credits (128 credits per year) as prescribed. Where students are allowed a choice of modules, they should make certain that the class and examination time tables do not clash. Min. period of study 4 Years Abbreviation B.Th. Study code 9300 Programme code M9000 Total Credits 512 B.Th.

BACCALAUREUS THEOLOGIAE Study code 9300

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Requirements for admission It is the responsibility of students to make sure that they comply with the general regulations for admission. To be admitted to the B.Th. programme a student must have obtained a Senior Certificate with endorsement and a M-count of 28 (in 2007 or before) or in terms of the National Senior Certificate (from 2008) an admission point of 28 and the language of instruction of choice (Afrikaans or English) at achievement level 4 (=50%). Students who do not meet this requirement may with an admission point (AP) of 23-27 and the language of instruction of choice (Afrikaans or English) passed at achievement level 4 (=50%), be admitted to the B.Th. Extended Programme or the University Diploma in Theology. Degree cum laude (i) In the compulsory (fundamental and core) modules a combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained. (ii) In the minimum number of elective modules, an average mark of at least 70% must be obtained. (iii) With regard to (i) and (ii) the credit value of every module will operate as a factor in calculating the percentage. (iv) The degree must be obtained in five years. CURRICULUM Students are not allowed to take core modules of the curriculum above the curriculum year for which they have registered, except with special permission by the programme director and/or the dean. First academic year Students must compile their curriculum as follows12: The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (fundamental and core) modules for which all students must enrol:

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Students who have started with the B.Th. qualification before 2008 and are in arrear with some of the modules offered by the Faculty of Humanities may offer the modules according to the regulations of the 2007 Calendar if transition measures are arranged in the Faculty of Humanities. 27

Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Computer Literacy13 Philosophy (F) or Religious Studies Science of Literature Theology (F)

First semester Modules Credits BYB112 8 BYB132 8 BRS111 4 WYS114 16 or TLG112 8

Second semester Modules Credits BYB122 8 BYB142 8 or GDD142 8 LWS162 TLG122 8 8

Should the denomination of a student require modules in Greek and Hebrew,14 he/she must enrol for at least the following elective modules: Subject Greek Hebrew First semester Modules Credits GRK114 16 HEB114 16 Second semester Modules Credits GRK12415 16 16 HEB124 16

Should the denomination of a student not require modules in Greek and Hebrew, the student must select elective modules up to at least 64 credits from the following table in order to complete the curriculum: Subject Afrikaans Afrikaans Professions
13

First semester Modules Credits AFR114 16 AFP112 8

Second semester Modules Credits AFR124 16 AFP122 8

14 15 16

Students who passed Computer Studies in the grade 12 Senior Certificate examinations with a D (higher grade) or C (standard grade) are exempted from BRS111. Students who passed Information Technology (IT) on performance level 4 (=50%) or Computer Application Technology (CAT) on performance level 5 (=60%) in grade 12, are exempted from BRS111. E.g. the D.R. Churches. Prerequisites: GRK114 or EGR108 / EGR104/GRK144. Prerequisites: HEB114 or EHG108 / EHB104/HEB144. 28

Subject Afrikaans Professions Biblical Studies Business Management Criminology English English German Latin Philosophy Psychology Psychology Religious Studies Sociology

First semester Modules Credits AFP132 8 BYB152

OBS134

Second semester Modules Credits AFP142 8 BYB182

-

8
16

8
-

KRM114 ENG104 ENG114 DTS154 LAT114 PSY112 PSY152 GDD114 SOS114

16 16 16 16 8 8 16 16

KRM124 ENG124 DTS164 LAT124 WYS124 PSY124 GDD14217 SOS124

16 16 16 16 16 16 16 8 16

Second academic year Students enrol for the following compulsory (core) modules. Those students who have successfully completed any of these modules as electives during the previous year should for the current year enrol for other elective modules with the same number of credits as the completed modules. Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Church History and Polity Missiology Practical Theology Religious Education Systematic Theology First semester Modules Credits BYB152 8 BYB212 8 BYB232 8 EKK212 8 SDW212 DOG212 8 8 Second semester Modules Credits BYB182 8 BYB222 8 BYB242 8 EKK222 8 PTL222 RLO142 8 8 -

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If it was not already offered in the first year as compulsory module. 29

From the following electives a student must select enough modules to reach a total of 96 credits. Students of denominations that require Greek and Hebrew on second year level need to register for the modules in Greek and Hebrew mentioned below: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Greek First semester Modules Credits BYB252 8 BYB272 8 GRK212 8 or GRK232 8 HEB204 or HEB232 8 PTL212 8 Second semester Modules Credits BYB262 8 BYB282 8 GRK222 8 or GRK242 8 16 or HEB242 8 PTL242 8 GDD224 16

Hebrew

Practical Theology Religious Studies

A student must make sure that his/her total number of credits for the second year is at least 128. Should this total not be reached from abovementioned modules, the student may enrol for any other appropriate modules from disciplines such as Afrikaans, English, German, Latin, Sotho, Psychology, Sociology or Philosophy. Third academic year Students who are preparing for the ministry in church denominations which require Greek and Hebrew on the second year level for admittance to the ministry are only allowed to the third year if they at least have met the prerequisites for BYB332 and BYB324. Therefore students who think that they will experience problems, must contact the programme director in the beginning of their second study year in order to consult on a possible change to B.A. Theology. The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject Biblical Studies First semester Modules Credits BYB312 8 Second semester Modules Credits -

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Subject Biblical Studies

Church History and Polity Missiology SDW322 Practical Theology PTL314 16 Systematic DOG322 Theology Systematic DOG342 Theology One compulsory module from the following modules: Anthropology ANT224 Religious Studies GDD114 16 GDD14220 Sociology SOS124

First semester Modules Credits BYB33218 8 or BYB352 8 EKK314 16

Second semester Modules Credits BYB32419 16 or BYB344 16 8 8 8

16 8 16

From the following electives a student must select enough modules to reach a total of 128 credits. Students of denominations that require Greek and Hebrew on second year level need to register for the modules in Greek and Hebrew mentioned below: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Greek First semester Modules Credits BYB252 8 BYB272 8 GRK232 8 or GRK212 8 HEB204 or HEB232 8 GDD314 16 Second semester Modules Credits BYB262 8 BYB282 8 GRK242 8 or GRK222 8 16 or HEB242 8 GDD324 16

Hebrew

Religious Studies

18 19

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Prerequisites: HEB124 and doing HEB on 200 level. Prerequisites: GRK124 and doing GRK on 200 level. If it was not already offered in the first year as compulsory module. 31

Subject Other modules such as Afrikaans, English, Sotho, German, Latin, Psychology, Sociology or Philosophy

First semester Modules Credits XXXYYY

Second semester Modules Credits XXXYYY

Fourth academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject Biblical Studies First semester Modules Credits BYB41421 16 or BYB434 16 EKK412 8 SDW414 PTL402 16 Second semester Modules Credits 16 BYB42422 or BYB444 16 EKK422 8 EKK442 PTL422 PTL442 DOG422 DOG442 8 8 8 8 8 8

Church History and Polity Church History and Polity Missiology Practical Theology Practical Theology Practical Theology Systematic Theology Systematic Theology

From the following elective modules a student must select enough modules to reach a total of 128 credits:

21

22

Prerequisites: HEB204 or (HEB232 and HEB242) and take the modules in Hebrew not yet acquired. Prerequisites: Two of the following four modules: GRK212, GRK222, GRK232 or GRK242 and take the modules in Greek not yet acquired. 32

Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Greek Greek Greek Greek Hebrew Hebrew Other modules such as Afrikaans, English, Sotho, German, Latin, Psychology, Sociology or Philosophy

First semester Modules Credits BYB252 8 BYB272 8 GRK312 8 GRK332 8 GRK352 8 GRK372 8 HEB312 8 HEB332 8 XXXYYY

Second semester Modules Credits BYB262 8 BYB282 8 GRK322 8 GRK342 8 GRK362 8 HEB322 8 HEB342 8 XXXYYY

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BACCALAUREUS THEOLOGIAE (Extended Programme)

The following Baccalaureus degree in Theology Programme) is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 7: Min. period of study 5 Years Abbreviation
B.Th. (Extended Programme)

(Extended

Degree Baccalaureus Theologiae

(Extended Programme)

Study code

Programme code M9000

Total Credits 640

9302

REG. K1 BACCALAUREUS THEOLOGIAE (EXTENDED PROGRAMME) B.Th. (Extended Programme) Study code 9302 Information Extended Programme The B.Th. (Extended Programme) runs over five years. It is the ideal programme for students who wish to enter the ministry with a degree and need some academic development. The B.Th. offers a core curriculum for a variety of churches, covering the entire field of theology. A candidate for the degree B.Th., who desires to be trained as a minister in his/her church, must consult with his/her denomination to determine whether the elective modules chosen are the correct selection required by his/her church so that, where necessary, the responsible ecclesiastical bodies of his/her denomination can guide him/her. Qualifying tests involve knowledge of the Bible and church doctrine and must be completed successfully in order to qualify for the degree. The curriculum for this degree covers ten semesters (five academic years) and the student should obtain at least 640 credits (128 credits per year). Where students are allowed a choice of modules, they should make certain that the class and examination time tables do not clash.

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Requirements for admission It is the responsibility of students to make sure that they comply with the general regulations for admission. To be admitted to the Extended B.Th. Programme a student must have obtained a Senior Certificate with endorsement and a M-count of 24-27 (in 2007 or before) or in terms of the National Senior Certificate (from 2008) an admission point of 23-27 and the language of instruction of choice (Afrikaans or English) at achievement level 4 (=50%). With this achievement the student may alternatively enter the B.Th. Extended Programme or the University Diploma in Theology. Degree cum laude (v) In the compulsory (fundamental and core) modules a combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained. (vi) In the minimum number of elective modules, an average mark of at least 70% must be obtained. (vii) With regard to (i) and (ii) the credit value of every module will operate as a factor in calculating the percentage. (viii) The degree must be obtained in six years. CURRICULUM Students are not allowed to take core modules of the curriculum above the curriculum year for which they have registered, except with special permission by the programme director and/or the dean. Students must compile their curriculum as follows: First academic year 1. Compulsory developmental modules: Subject Academic Language Course in Afrikaans or Academic Language Course in English Mathematical Literacy Skills and Competencies in Lifelong Learning 2. Mainstream modules The following two modules is compulsory: Year Modules AFA108 ALC108 MTH108 VBL108 Credits 32 32 32 32

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Subject Computer Literacy Information Skills

First semester Modules Credits BRS11123 4 ILK111 4

Second semester Modules Credits -

Students must take additional modules of at least 56 credits from the following, but at least one of Greek and Hebrew: Subject General Reasoning Skills Greek Greek Hebrew Hebrew Linguistics Linguistics Science of Literature First semester Modules Credits GRK114 HEB114 LIN112 LIN132 16 16 8 8 Second semester Modules Credits ABV122 8 GRK124 GRK144 HEB124 HEB144 LWS162 16 16 16 16 8

Students who pass Greek and Hebrew in the first semester are advised to take the corresponding module of the second semester (GRK124, HEB124). Students who fail one of the languages in the first semester may, when possible and with approval by the programme director, enrol for HEB144 or GRK144. To be admitted to the second year of study, a student must have passed at least two of the three development modules and at least 32 of the 64 mainstream modules.

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Students who passed Computer Studies in the grade 12 Senior Certificate examinations with a D (higher grade) or C (standard grade) are exempted from BRS111 (in 2007 or before). Students who passed Information Technology (IT) on performance level 4 (=50%) of Computer Application Technology (CAT) on performance level 5 (=60%) (from 2008 onwards) in grade 12, are exempted from BRS111. 36

Second academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (fundamental and core) modules for which all students must enrol (except if modules have been passed in the first year): Subject Academic Language Course in Afrikaans or Academic Language Course in English Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Philosophy (F) or Religious Studies Science of Literature Theology (F) First semester Modules Credits AFA208 or ALC208 BYB112 BYB132 WYS114 or TLG112 Second semester Modules Credits 32

8 8 16 8

BYB122 BYB142 or GDD142 LWS162 TLG122

32 8 8 8 8 8

Should the denomination of a student require further modules in Greek and Hebrew,24 he/she should enrol for at least the following elective modules: Subject Greek Hebrew First semester Modules Credits GRK114 16 HEB114 16 Second semester Modules Credits GRK12425 16 HEB12426 16

Should the denomination of a student not require modules in Greek and Hebrew, the student must select elective modules up to at least 64 credits from the following table in order to complete the curriculum:

24

25 26

E.g. the D.R. Churches.

Prerequisites: GRK114 or GRK144. Prerequisites: HEB114 or HEB144.

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Subject Afrikaans Afrikaans Professions Afrikaans Professions Biblical Studies Business Management Criminology English English German Latin Philosophy Psychology Psychology Religious Studies Sociology

First semester Modules Credits AFR114 16 AFP112 8 AFP132 8 BYB152 8 OBS134 16 KRM114 16 ENG104 ENG114 16 DTS154 16 LAT114 16 PSY112 8 PSY152 8 GDD114 16 SOS114 16

Second semester Modules Credits AFR124 16 AFP122 8 AFP142 8 BYB182 8 KRM124 16 16 ENG124 16 DTS164 16 LAT124 16 WYS124 16 PSY124 16 GDD14227 8 SOS124 16

To continue with the third study year or articulate to a mainstream programme, all modules of the first and second study year must have been completed successfully. Students who have not completed the first two study years after three years, will not be readmitted to the University. Third academic year Students enrol for the following compulsory (core) modules. Those students who have successfully completed any of these modules as electives during the previous year should for the current year enrol for other elective modules with the same number of credits as the completed modules. Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Biblical Studies First semester Modules Credits BYB152 8 BYB212 8 BYB232 8 Second semester Modules Credits BYB182 8 BYB222 8 BYB242 8

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Subject Church History and Polity Missiology Practical Theology Religious Studies Systematic Theology

First semester Modules Credits EKK212 SDW212 DOG212 8 8 8

Second semester Modules Credits EKK222 PTL222 RLO142 8 8 8 -

From the following electives a student must select enough modules to reach a total of 96 credits. Students of denominations that require Greek and Hebrew on second year level need to register for the modules in Greek and Hebrew mentioned below: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Greek First semester Modules Credits BYB252 8 BYB272 8 GRK212 8 or GRK232 8 HEB204 or HEB232 8 PTL212 8 Second semester Modules Credits BYB262 8 BYB282 8 GRK222 8 or GRK242 8 16 or HEB242 8 PTL242 8 GDD224 16

Hebrew

Practical Theology Religious Studies

A student must make sure that his/her total number of credits for the third year is at least 128. Should this total not be reached from abovementioned modules, the student may enrol for any other appropriate modules from disciplines such as Afrikaans, English, German, Latin, Sotho, Psychology, Sociology or Philosophy. Fourth academic year Students who are preparing for the ministry in church denominations that require Greek and Hebrew on the second year level for admittance to the ministry are only allowed to the fourth year if they at least have met the prerequisites for BYB332 and BYB324. Therefore students who think that they will encounter problems, must contact

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the programme director in the beginning of their third study year in order to consult on a possible change to B.A. Theology. The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies First semester Modules Credits BYB312 8 BYB33228 8 or BYB352 8 EKK314 16 Second semester Modules Credits BYB32429 16 or BYB344 16 8 8 8

Church History and Polity Missiology SDW322 Practical Theology PTL314 16 Systematic DOG322 Theology Systematic DOG342 Theology One compulsory module from the following modules: Anthropology ANT224 Religious Studies GDD114 16 GDD14230 Sociology SOS124

16 8 16

From the following electives a student must select enough modules to reach a total of 128 credits. Students of denominations that require Greek and Hebrew on second year level need to register for the modules in Greek and Hebrew mentioned below: Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Greek First semester Modules Credits BYB252 8 BYB272 8 GRK232 8 or GRK212 8 Second semester Modules Credits BYB262 8 BYB282 8 GRK242 8 or GRK222 8

28 29 30

Prerequisites: HEB124 and doing HEB on 200 level. Prerequisites: GRK124 and doing GRK on 200 level. If it was not already offered in the second year as compulsory module. 40

Subject Hebrew

Religious Studies Other modules such as Afrikaans, English, German, Latin, Sotho, Psychology, Sociology or Philosophy Fifth academic year

First semester Modules Credits HEB204 or HEB232 8 GDD314 16 XXXYYY

Second semester Modules Credits 16 or HEB242 8 GDD324 16 XXXYYY

The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules: Subject Biblical Studies First semester Modules Credits BYB41431 16 or BYB434 16 EKK412 8 SDW414 PTL402 16 Second semester Modules Credits BYB42432 16 or BYB444 16 EKK422 8 EKK442 PTL422 PTL442 DOG422 DOG442 8 8 8 8 8 8

Church History and Polity Church History and Polity Missiology Practical Theology Practical Theology Practical Theology Systematic Theology Systematic Theology

From the following elective modules a student must select enough modules to reach a total of 128 credits:

31

32

Prerequisites: HEB204 or (HEB232 and HEB242) and take the modules in Hebrew not yet acquired. Prerequisites: Two of the following four modules: GRK212, GRK222, GRK232 or GRK242 and take the modules in Greek not yet acquired. 41

Subject Biblical Studies Biblical Studies Greek Greek Greek Greek Hebrew Hebrew Other modules such as Afrikaans, English, German, Latin, Sotho, Psychology, Sociology or Philosophy

First semester Modules Credits BYB252 8 BYB272 8 GRK312 8 GRK332 8 GRK352 9 GRK372 8 HEB312 8 HEB332 8 XXXYYY

Second semester Modules Credits BYB262 8 BYB282 8 GRK322 8 GRK342 8 GRK362 8 HEB322 8 HEB342 8 XXXYYY

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BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM (THEOLOGY)

The following Baccalaureus degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 6: Min. period of study 3 years Abbreviation B.A (Theology) Study code Programme code M9000 Total Credits 384

Degree Baccalaureus Artium (Theology) REG. K2

9301

BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM (THEOLOGY) Study code 9301

B.A. (Theology)

Admission Students are advised to enrol for the B.Th. in their first study year. The curricula of the B.A. (Theology) are equivalent to the first three academic years of the B.Th. It is the responsibility of students to make sure that they comply with the general regulations for admission. To be admitted to the B.A. Theology programme a student should have obtained a Senior Certificate with endorsement and an M-count of 28 (in 2007 or before) or in terms of the National Senior Certificate (from 2008) an admission point of 28 and the language of instruction of choice (Afrikaans or English) at achievement level 4 (=50%). Students who do not meet this requirement may with an admission point (AP) of 23-27 and the language of instruction of choice (Afrikaans or English) passed at achievement level 4 (=50%), be admitted to the B.Th. Extended programme or the University Diploma in Theology.

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Degree cum laude (i) In the fundamental and core modules a combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained. (ii) In the minimum number of elective modules, an average mark of at least 70% must be obtained. (iii) With regard to (i) and (ii) the credit value of every module will operate as a factor in calculating the percentage. (iv) The degree must be obtained in four years.

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BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES (THEOLOGY)

The following Baccalaureus Artium Honores degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 7: Min. period of study 1 year Abbreviation Study code Programme code Total Credit

Degree Baccalaureus Artium Honores (Theology) REG. K3

B.A. Hons.
(Theology)

9501

M9001

120

BACCALAUREUS ARTIUM HONORES (Theology) B.A. Hons. (Theology) Study code 9501

Information The B.A. Hons. (Theology) enables the student to proceed from undergraduate to postgraduate studies in theology. The programme offers a specific finishing in theology and enables the student to serve in the ministry with greater proficiency. It also prepares the student for further specialisation on master's level. Depending on how the student's undergraduate studies were compiled, the degree may be followed in either one theological subject or more theological subjects. Admission In order to be admitted to this degree study, a candidate must hold at least a three-year bachelor's degree in theology or an equivalent qualification. This qualification can be obtained in either one discipline or all six disciplines. For the course in all six theological disciplines, the student must have included Greek at 200 level, Hebrew at 200 level and Biblical Studies at 300 level. The dean of the Faculty of Theology may, however, grant a student permission to do some required semester
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courses during the honores study if the denomination of the student requires so for his/her theological training. Clarification (i) Not all modules are necessarily presented every year. Candidates must consult the department and obtain approval before registering for papers. Exemption from the short dissertation may be granted if a candidate holds a year module or two semester modules in Greek or Hebrew, independent of any other degree modules; or if the candidate takes a year module or two semester modules in Greek or Hebrew concurrently with B.A. Hons. (Theology) studies.

(ii)

CURRICULUM (a) Study in one subject

The degree consists of five modules plus a short dissertation. Both the five modules and the short dissertation must be taken from ONE of the following subjects: OET NET EKK DOG DKN SDW GDD Old Testament New Testament Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies

The modules consist of the following codes (all modules total 20 credits each): OET612, OET613, OET614, OET622, OET623 and OET693 or NET612, NET613, NET614, NET622, NET623 and NET693 or EKK612, EKK613, EKK614, EKK622, EKK623 and EKK693 or DOG612, DOG613, DOG614, DOG622, DOG623 and DOG693 or

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DKN612, DKN613, DKN69333

DKN614,

DKN622,

DKN623

and

or SDW612, SDW613, SDW614, SDW622, SDW623 and SDW693 or GDD601, GDD602, GDD603, GDD604, GDD605 and GDD693 One module from a field other than the area in which the student specialises may, however, be included. (b) Study in all six subjects (Multi-disciplinary)

The B.A. Hons. (Theology) degree involves six modules, one from each of the six theological subjects. The curriculum consists of the following codes: OET611, NET621, EKK601, DOG621, DKN601, SDW611. Examination papers in Biblical Studies In the case where a student takes his degree in the field of Biblical Studies (BYB), the curriculum is as follows: Five modules, at least two from each of Old Testament and New Testament, and another from Old Testament or New Testament; as well as a short dissertation focusing on either the Old or the New Testament with the code BYB693, whichever was chosen for the fifth module. The short dissertation must be decided in consultation with the department.

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Students following this B.A. Hons. (Theology) degree as a bridging course for the M-degree in Pastoral Therapy, and who are in possession of an B.A. Hons. degree or equivalent qualification in another discipline obtain exemption from DKN623 and DKN693. Students who are in possesion of an M- or D-degree and who follow this B.A. Hons. (Theology) degree as a bridging course for the M-degree in Pastoral Therapy obtain exemption from DKN622, DKN623 and DKN693. 47

MAGISTER DIVINITATIS (M. DIV.)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 8(a). Degree Magister Divinitatis REG. K5 Information This programme is aimed at students whose churches require post graduate professional training. It enables the student to proceed from a four year undergraduate programme to a professional Masters programme and obtain a high level of proficiency in all the theological disciplines. It empowers the student to operate in unknown situations where independent thought and decision making are expected of him/her. Admission In order to be admitted to M.Div. degree programme, a student must be in possession of a professional or a four year interdisciplinary B.Th. degree or an interdisciplinary B.A. Hons. (Theology) or an advanced B.Th. degree conferred by this university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Senate for this purpose. The curriculum for this degree extends over two academic years and the student must obtain at least 288 credits as prescribed. Degree cum laude (i) A combined mark of at least 75% must be obtained according to a calculation formula in which the credit value is used as a factor for calculation. (ii) In the mini-dissertation a mark of at least 70% must be obtained. (iii) The degree must be obtained in three years. Min. period of study 2 years Abbreviation M.Div. Study code 9701 Programme code M9001 Total credits 288 M.Div.

MAGISTER DIVINITATIS Study code 9701

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CURRICULUM First academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory (core) modules and one elective module of at least eight credits: Subject Church History and Polity Church History and Polity Missiology New Testament First semester Modules Credits SDW634 OET65435 or OET634 PTL604 PTL602 DOG672 DOG632 DOG652 XXXYYY 16 16 16 8 8 8 At least 8 Second semester Modules Credits EKK662 8 EKK642 NET66434 or NET644 PTL622 8 16 16 16 8 8 -

Old Testament

Practical Theology Practical Theology Practical Theology Systematic Theology Systematic Theology Systematic Theology *An elective module on NQF Level 6 or 7

Second academic year The curriculum consists of the following compulsory modules:

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Subject *Mini-dissertation Church History and Polity Missiology New Testament Old Testament Practical Theology Systematic Theology

Modules XXX792 EKK724 SDW724 NET724 OET724 PTL720 DOG724

Credits 40 16 16 16 16 40 16

*The mini-dissertation may be one of the following modules, including preparatory study in research methodology: BYB792 DOG792 EKK792 GRK792 HEB792 NET792 OET792 PTL792 SDW792 TLG792 Elucidation The second academic year consists of practical professional training and will be arranged with denominations. It will proceed according to an interdisciplinary programme as per schedule and will be evaluated in the same manner. Biblical Studies (Old and New Testament) Systematic Theology Church History and Polity Greek Hebrew New Testament Old Testament Practical Theology Missiology Interdisciplinary Study

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MASTERS PROGRAMMES
GENERAL INFORMATION The M.A. (Theology) and M.Th. (for the latter see Magister Theologiae [M.Th.]) are of similar quality; however the M.Th. lends itself to greater diversity. This depends on the route whereby a student normally arrives at the M.A. and M.Th. In the case of the M.A. the student usually had a hierarchically structured former training, that is, he/she started earlier specialising in only one or two theological subjects. In the case of the M.Th. the student was up to honores level evenly exposed to all the theological subjects. This difference entails that a broader range of possibilities can be offered in the M.Th. programmes.

MAGISTER ARTIUM (M.A.) THEOLOGY (Structured Programme)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 8(a): Degree Magister Artium (Theology) REG. K4 Information The programme offers specialised training in one theological discipline. The structured M.A. (Theology) differs from the dissertation M.A. (Theology) in that the student does less research, but is exposed to a wider spectrum of insights within the chosen discipline of specialisation. The outcome is that the student with this specialised knowledge can minister the gospel in the church with greater skill, and that he/she can apply for doctoral studies. Min. period of study 1 year Abbreviation M.A. (Theology) Study code 9706 Programme code M9001 Total Credits 120

MAGISTER ARTIUM (Theology) Study code 9706

M.A. (Theology)

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Admission In order to be admitted to master's degree studies, a candidate must hold an B.A. Hons. degree in theology or an equivalent qualification with specialisation in one of the disciplines. For the Old Testament module, Hebrew at 100 level must be included, and for the New Testament module, Greek at 100 level. Language requirements with regard to Biblical Studies (i) Hebrew or Greek at 100 levels is a requirement for all themes based upon Old or New Testament exegesis, respectively, or which indirectly involve such exegesis. Candidates lacking formal language courses in Greek and Hebrew are taught to examine secondary sources based upon Biblical languages. Depending on the field of study and/or research subject, the department reserves the right to set further language requirements as applicable.

(ii)

(iii)

CURRICULUM The degree may be obtained in two ways: Either three modules and a comprehensive mini-dissertation or five modules of which one must be a short dissertation, in one of the following subjects: BYB OET NET EKK DOG DKN SDW GDD Biblical Studies Old Testament New Testament Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies

Not more than one module from a subject other than the area of specialisation may be taken. (a) Three modules and a comprehensive mini-dissertation

Students enrol with the following codes. (Each module carries 20 credits and the comprehensive mini-dissertation 60 credits): BYB701, BYB702, BYB703 and BYB791
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or ONT706, ONT707, ONT708 and ONT791 or OET701, OET702, OET703 and OET791 or NET701, NET702, NET703 and NET791 or EKK701, EKK702, EKK703 and EKK791 or DOG701, DOG702, DOG703 or DOG709 or DOG710 and DOG791 or DKN701, DKN702, DKN703 and DKN791 or DKN792 or SDW701, SDW702, SDW703 and SDW791 or GDD701, GDD702, GDD703 and GDD791 (b) Five modules of which one must be a short dissertation Students enrol with the following codes. (Each module carries 24 credits): BYB704, BYB705, BYB706, BYB707, BYB793 or ONT702, ONT703, ONT704, ONT705, ONT793 or DKN712, DKN713, DKN714, DKN715, DKN793 Information with regard to Biblical Studies (a) The M.A. focuses on either the Old or the New Testament, depending on the student's choice of modules for the B.A. Hons. or equivalent qualification. (b) The contents of the modules are determined by the candidate's academic background and proposed comprehensive minidissertation or short dissertation where relevant. A module on methodology is included. (c) Extra reading may be required.

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MAGISTER ARTIUM (M.A.) THEOLOGY (Dissertation)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQF Level 8(a). Degree Magister Artium (Theology) REG. K4 Information The programme offers specialised training in one theological discipline. The student researches a specific topic in the chosen field of study. The outcome is that the student with this specialised knowledge can minister the gospel in the church with greater skill, and that he/she can apply for doctoral studies. Admission In order to be admitted to master's degree studies a candidate (i) (ii) must hold an B.A. Hons. (Theology) or an equivalent qualification with specialisation in one of the subjects. must sit for an examination of admission on the foundations and research methodology of the subject in the relevant department, and obtain a pass mark of at least 60%, with the understanding that if the candidate does not obtain the necessary mark, module XXX704 may be offered as occasional study with a view to admission to the dissertation at a later stage. Min. period of study 1 year Abbreviation M.A.
(Theology)

Study code 9705

Programme code M9001

Total Credits 120

MAGISTER ARTIUM (Theology) Study code 9705

M.A. (Theology)

For the Old Testament module, Hebrew at 100 level must be included, and for the New Testament module, Greek at 100 level.

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Language requirements with regard to Biblical Studies (i) Hebrew or Greek at 100 level is a requirement for all themes based upon Old or New Testament exegesis, respectively, or which indirectly involve such exegesis. (ii) Candidates lacking formal language modules in Greek and Hebrew are taught to examine secondary sources based upon Biblical languages. (iii) Depending on the field of study and/or research subject, the department reserves the right to set further language requirements as applicable. CURRICULUM The degree may be obtained by means of a dissertation in one of the following codes. The credits total 120 in all cases. BYB700 OET700 NET700 ONT700 EKK700 DOG700 DKN700 SDW700 GDD700 Biblical Studies Old Testament New Testament Old and New Testament Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies

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MAGISTER PROGRAMMES
General information The M.Th. and M.A. (Theology) (for the latter see Magister Artium [M.A.] Theology) are of similar quality; however, the M.Th. lends itself to greater diversity. This depends on the route whereby a student normally arrives at the M.A. and M.Th. In the case of the M.A. the student usually had a hierarchically structured former training, that is, he/she started earlier specialising in only one or two theological subjects. In the case of the M.Th. the student was up to honores level evenly exposed to all the theological subjects. This difference entails that a broader range of possibilities can be offered in the M.Th. programmes.

MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE (M.Th.) (Structured Programme)

The following master's degree in Theology is conferred in the Faculty on NQF level 8(a): Degree Magister Theologiae REG. K6 Information The programme offers specialised training in one theological discipline in combination with other theological disciplines. The structured M.Th. differs from the dissertation M.Th. in that the student does less research, but is exposed to a broader spectrum of insights in the chosen field of speciality as well as in other theological disciplines. Several options are offered where emphasis is placed either on specialisation or on combining areas. The outcome of the structured M.Th. is that the student receives specialised training in a specific discipline or obtains a high level of integration between the theological disciplines, that he/she can minister the gospel with Min. period of study 1 year Abbreviation M.Th. Study code 9704 Programme code M9001 Total Credits 120 M.Th.

MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE Study code 9704

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greater proficiency in the church, and that he/she may apply for doctoral studies. Admission (a) In order to be admitted to the structured M.Th. degree studies, a student must be in possession of a professional or four year multidisciplinary B.Th. degree or an advanced B.Th. degree conferred by this university or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Senate for this purpose. With regard to certain subject fields the Faculty Board can set additional Prerequisites in respect of languages.

(b)

Credits 120. Duration of study Full-time study at least one year. Part-time study at least two years. CURRICULUM The degree may be offered in one of the following nine ways: (a) An examination component plus an comprehensive minidissertation in the subject in which the candidate specialises plus two modules in different ancillary subjects as indicated. This programme is the traditional masters degree in theology that offers specialisation in a major subject as well as exposure to other theological disciplines. It also has a comprehensive research component. It offers the ideal route to the D.Th. Students who enrol for the degree study, register as follows: (i) An comprehensive mini-dissertation (60 credits) in the subject in which the candidate specialises (one of the following): OET791 NET791 EKK791 DOG791 DKN791 SDW791 GDD791 Old Testament New Testament Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies
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(ii)

The modules (36 credits each) in the subject in which the candidate specialises, including the study of fundamental principles (one of the following): OET704 NET704 EKK704 DOG704 DKN704 SDW704 GDD704 Old Testament New Testament Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies

(iii)

Two modules (12 credits each) in the ancillary subjects below, provided (1) that no more than one module may be taken in one ancillary subject; (2) that the ancillary subjects must represent a different subject from the one in which the candidate specialises; (3) that either New Testament or Old Testament or Systematic Theology must be one of the ancillary subjects, if one of them is not the subject in which the candidate specialises; (4) that one module from a relevant subject may be taken outside the Faculty of Theology in consultation with the Faculty concerned and with the approval of the Faculty of Theology: OET705 NET705 EKK705 DOG705 DKN705 SDW705 GDD705 XXXYYY Old Testament New Testament Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies A module from a relevant field of study for which permission has been obtained.

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(b)

A practice-orientated M.Th. programme with workshops, examination components (including study in fundamental principles) and a short dissertation in Practical Theology (with specialisation in Pastoral Therapy) This programme finds its home in the field of Practical Theology, and offers specialised training in Pastoral Therapy. Students who enrol for the degree register for the following modules (24 credits each): DKN793 DKN712 DKN713 DKN714 DKN715 Short dissertation Pastoral Care Pastoral Foundation and Practical Theory for Law Offenders and Victims of Crime Narrative therapy Pastoral Foundation and Practical Theory of Caring for the sick

(c)

A practice-orientated M.Th. programme with workshops, examination components (including study in fundamental principles) and a short dissertation in Practical Theology (with specialisation in Youth Ministry) This programme finds its home in the field of Practical Theology, and offers specialised training in Youth Ministry. Students who enrol for the degree study register for the following modules (24 credits each): DKN707 DKN708 DKN709 DKN710 DKN793 Word and Youth Ministry Youth Development Youth Culture and a World View Youth Cybernetics and Praxis Short dissertation

(d)

A practice-orientated M.Th. programme with workshops, examination components (including study in fundamental principles) and a short dissertation in Practical Theology (with specialisation in Congregational Ministry) This programme finds its home in the field of Practical Theology, and offers specialised training in Congregational Ministry. Students who enrol for the degree register for the following modules (24 credits each):
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DKN716 DKN717 DKN718 DKN719 DKN793 (e)

Basic Theory in Theology for Congregational Ministry Models for Congregational Ministry and Different Approaches Renewal in Congregational Ministry Leadership in Congregational Ministry Short dissertation

A multi-disciplinary ministry-orientated M.Th. consisting of five equivalent modules from five different subjects This programme is ideal for the local pastor who wishes to undergo further training in the broad spectrum of theology. Students who enrol for the degree register for five of the following modules (24 credits each). One of the modules must be a short dissertation. The latter is done in a subject which formed part of the four modules: OET706 NET706 EKK706 DOG706 DKN706 SDW706 XXX793 Old Testament in the Ministry New Testament in the Ministry Church Polity Themes from the Dogmatics Practical Theology in the Ministry Missiology in the Ministry Short dissertation

(f)

A ministry-orientated M.Th. in Biblical Theology This programme finds its home in the subject of Bibliology. It is the ideal option for someone who is interested in Old and New Testament and who wants to combine the two areas of study. Emphasis is placed on theological themes in Old and New Testament. The original biblical languages are assumed, but exegesis from the original languages is not part of the programme. Students who register for the degree register for the following five modules (24 credits each): OET707 OET708 NET707 NET708 ONT793 Old Testament orientation Old Testament themes New Testament orientation New Testament themes Short dissertation
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A ministry-orientated M.Th. in Biblical Theology: Biblical Spirituality This programme finds its home in the subject of Bibliology. It is the ideal option for someone who is interested in Old and New Testament and who wants to integrate the two areas of study. Unlike the programme in (f), the focus is only on one theme, namely how the issue of spirituality presents itself in the various books of the Bible. Students who register for the degree study register for the following modules (24 credits each): ONT702 ONT703 ONT704 ONT705 ONT793 Introduction to Spirituality Spirituality Hermeneutics Spirituality of a specific Bible book/Bible Corpus Reception of a Bible book/Bible Corpus Short dissertation

(h)

M.Th. in the sub disciplines of Practical Theology This programme finds its home in the field of Practical Theology and adds to the training over the whole subject of Practical Theology. Students who enrol for the degree, register for the following modules (24 credits each). DKN711 DKN720 DKN721 DKN722 DKN793 Introduction to the sub disciplines of Practical Theology. Pastoral Care in Practical Theology Homiletics Cybernetics (congregational up building and congregational ministry) Short dissertation

(i)

Biblical Studies and Hermeneutics This programme is accommodated within the field of the Old and New Testaments and offers an academic exploration of bibliological disciplines and hermeneutics. Students enrolling for the degree, register for the following modules:
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ONT709 ONT710 ONT711 ONT791 Examination (a) (b) (c)

Hermeneutics (40 credits) Old Testament (40 credits) New Testament (40 credits) Mini-dissertation (60 credits)

The examination can be conducted in writing or orally. According to Regulation A87, the candidate may sit for the different modules during different examination periods. For the calculation of the results of the examinations in (a) to (i) above a formula is used where the credit value of each module determines how much weight each module contributes to the final mark.

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MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE (M.Th.) (Dissertation)

The following master's degree is conferred in the Faculty on NQFlevel 8(a): Degree Magister Theologiae REG. K6 Information The programme offers specialised training in one theological discipline. The student researches a specific topic in the chosen field of study. The outcome is that the student with this specialised knowledge can minister the gospel in the church with greater skill, and that he/she can apply for doctoral studies. Admission In order to be admitted to study for the M.Th. degree, a student (a) must be in possession of an honores degree in Theology or an equivalent qualification in which the student was exposed to the broad field of theology, with some specialisation in one of the subjects. must sit for an examination of admission on the foundations and research methodology of the subjects in the relevant department, and obtain a pass mark of at least 60%, with the understanding that if the candidate does not obtain the necessary mark, module XXX704 may be offered as occasional study with a view to admission to the dissertation at a later stage. Min. period of study 1 year Abbreviation M.Th. Study code 9703 Programme code M9001 Total Credits 120 M.Th.

MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE Study code 9703

(b)

For the Old Testament module, Hebrew at 100 level must have been included, and for the New Testament module, Greek at 100 level.

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Language requirements with regard to Biblical Studies (i) Hebrew or Greek at 100 level is a requirement for all themes based upon Old or New Testament exegesis, respectively, or which indirectly involve such exegesis. (ii) Candidates lacking formal language modules in Greek and Hebrew are taught to examine secondary sources based upon Biblical languages. (iii) Depending on the subject of study and/or research subject, the department reserves the right to set further language requirements as applicable. CURRICULUM The degree may be obtained by writing a dissertation in one of the following subject of study and with the following modules. The credits in all cases total 120. BYB700 OET700 NET700 EKK700 DOG700 DKN700 SDW700 GDD700 Biblical Studies Old Testament New Testament Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies

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DOCTOR'S DEGREES
REG. K7 The following doctor's degrees are conferred in the Faculty on NQF-level 8(b): Degree Doctor Theologiae Philosophiae Doctor Min. period of study 2 years 2 years Abbreviation D.Th. Ph.D. Study Code 9900 9910 Programme code M9001 M9001 Total Credits 240 240

General Information The D.Th. and Ph.D. are of similar status and quality: only the route a student followed to arrive at the doctoral programme differs. The D.Th. follows prior study during which the student was exposed to the broad field of subjects of theology. By contrast, the Ph.D. follows prior study during which the student was normally exposed to a narrower field of specialisation in theology. However, students who followed the broader route of training are free to register for the Ph.D. as well. REG. K7.1 DOCTOR THEOLOGIAE [NQF-level 8(b)] Study code 9900 Admission In order to be admitted to the degree, a student must have obtained an applicable masters degree. In terms of Regulation A109(a), a student who has passed a doctoral examination at another university can be admitted as a person with a status equivalent to that of a candidate with a masters degree with the consent of the dean. Remarks A candidate must submit a study plan to the Faculty Board for approval. In terms of Regulation A109(b) and (c), a candidate for the D.Th. degree may be required to do an oral examination. The scope of this examination will be determined by the Faculty Board. Candidates
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D.Th.

who register for a practice-orientated D.Th. in the Department of Practical Theology must do additional practical work as stipulated by the Department. A thesis on a subject in Theology must be handed in and justified before the Faculty Board. CURRICULUM A candidate for the D.Th. degree must register for one of the following codes: BYB900 OET900 NET900 ONT900 EKK900 DOG900 DKN900 SDW900 GDD900 Biblical Studies Old Testament New Testament Biblical Sprituality Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies

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REG. K7.2 PHILOSOPHIAE DOCTOR [NQF-level 8(b)] Study code 9910 Admission

Ph.D.

In order to be admitted to the degree study, a candidate must meet the stipulations of the general regulations in respect of doctor's degrees and must be in possession of an M.A. degree in Biblical Studies or Theology (or any other qualification deemed adequate by the Senate). Remarks A candidate must submit a study plan to the Faculty Board for approval. A thesis on a subject in Theology must be handed in and justified before the Faculty Board. Curriculum A candidate for the Ph.D. degree must register for one of the following codes: BYB900 OET900 NET900 EKK900 DOG900 DKN900 SDW900 GDD900 Biblical Studies Old Testament New Testament Church History and Polity Systematic Theology Practical Theology Missiology Religious Studies

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SYLLABUSES
The syllabuses of the various modules presented by the Faculty of Theology are as follows:

RELIGIOUS STUDY/RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

MODULECODE GDD114 GDD142 SYLLABUSES Religion and social milieu Introduction to the study of religion and development in the study of religion over the centuries The Christian religion Africa indigenous religions and Africa indigenous churches Hinduism and Buddhism Judaism and Islam A survey of the religions of South Africa and the education of religion in the primary and intermediate phase A survey of the religions of South Africa and the education of religion in the senior and FET phase CREDITS 16 8

GDD214 GDD224 GDD314 GDD324 RLO122

16 16 16 16 8

RLO142

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CERTIFICATE IN THEOLOGY (9002)

MODULE CODE CIT104 DOG104 EKK104 NET126 OET116 PTL124 SDW114 SYLLABUSES Foundational Course for Tertiary Study Survey of the Confessions of the Church History of the Church 33 to 1054. A survey. Reading the Gospels and Acts Reading the Writings of the Old Testament The work of the Church. Introduction The foundation of mission CREDITS 16 16 16 24 24 16 16

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UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY (9010)

2007 was the last year in which students are allowed to enrol for the U.D.T. This diploma is phased systematically out as the students move out of the system.
MODULE CODE BYB172 BYB362 BYO112 SYLLABUSES Reading from the Old Testament Reading from the New Testament Introduction to the Bible The influence and credibility of the Bible View on Scripture and the Bible and other religious books Introduction to the Bible: books, translation, text, language and relationship between Old and New Testament The Bible and the Christian life The Ten Commandments The Sermon on the Mount Introduction: elementary Greek Continuation of elementary Greek Prerequisite: EGR108 Introduction to elementary Biblical Hebrew Elementary grammar of Biblical Hebrew Introduction to the Church History 33600 Introduction to the Church History 6001400 Spirituality, religion and social interaction Introduction to the study of religion A survey of the religions of South Africa Introduction to theology and Encyclopedia of Theology
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CREDITS 8 8 8

BYO122

EGR108 EGR208 EHB108 EHB208 EKK232 EKK242 GDD112 RLO112 RLO122 TLG134

32 32 32 32 8 8 8 8 8 16

Theology as science Types of theology Classification of theological subjects Meta-theological subjects TLG144 Symbolic 16 Introduction to symbolic Ecumenical creeds Historical overview of confessions of different denominations Selection of creeds and confessions: history and contents TLG152 Studying at the University 8 Development of personality Library skills TLG162 The compilation of an assignment 8 (source-based study) Improvement of reading ability NOTE: Compare B.A. (Theology) and B.Th. syllabuses for the remaining U.D.T. modules.

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UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY (9011)

MODULE CODE DOG104 DOG204 DOG304 EGR104 EHB104 EKK104 EKK204 EKK304 NET126 NET224 NET324 OET116 OET214 OET314 PTL124 PTL214 PTL324 SDW114 SDW224 SDW314 SYLLABUSES Survey of the Confessions of the Church Systematic: Survey of all the doctrines of the Church Ethical issues in the light of the Ten Commandments Introduction to elementary Greek Introduction to elementary Biblical Hebrew History of the Church 33 to 1054. A survey. Church History 1054-1600. A survey Church History 1600-2000. A survey Reading the Gospels and Acts Reading the Pauline Epistles Reading of the General Epistles and Revelations Reading the Writings of the Old Testament Reading the Prophets Reading the Pentateuch The work of the Church. Introduction Introduction to the ministry of the offices Basic principles for preaching The foundation of mission The religions and the missionary approach Theology of Missions. Introduction. CREDITS 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 24 16 16 24 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16

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ADVANCED UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGY (9213)

MODULE CODE BYB312 CONTENT Understanding the Old Testament Exegetical methods and hermeneutics of the Old Testament Primary of exposition and message of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters (ii) Pauline Letters (iii) General Letters and Revelation Primary of introduction, exposition and message of the Pentateuch BYB444 Continuation of exposition and message of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters (ii) Pauline Letters (iii) General Letters and Revelation Dogmatics Human being Providence Sin Covenant Church Apologetics Defending the Christian confession against attacks on the fundamental truths of the Christian faith by false philosophy, especially in modern theology CREDITS 8

BYB344

16

BYB352 BYB444

8 16

DOG322

DOG342

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EGR104 EGR208 EHB104 EHB208 EKK314 NET644

PTL314

SDW322

Introduction to elementary Greek Continuation of elementary Greek Prerequisite: EGR108 Introduction to elementary Biblical Hebrew Elementary grammar of Biblical Hebrew Church History 1400-1900 Advanced exposition and message of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters of John (ii) Pauline Letters (iii) General Letters and Revelation Christian education and youth care Recruiting and training cathecism staff Teaching, celebration and service Relation building Friendship evangelism Applied youth policy Applied youth organisation Theology of mission Goal of mission Motives of mission Congregation and mission The missionary Themes in theology of mission Missio Dei The "Church with others" Evangelisation Contextualisation Inculturation

16 32 16 32 16 16

16

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B.A. (THEOLOGY) (9301) / B.Th. (9300) and B.Th. (Extended Programme) (9302)
BIBLICAL STUDIES, NEW AND OLD TESTAMENT
MODULE CODE BYB112 BYB122 SYLLABUSES Old Testament history Books of the New Testament I Gospels, Acts and Johannine Letters (Chronology of the New Testament Books included) Canon and message of the Old Testament Background: New Testament Literature of the Bible: Typology of Old Testament texts Cursory survey Literature of the Bible: Typology of New Testament texts Biblical background: Old Testament Biblical geography Archaeology of the land of the Bible Antiquities Books of the New Testament II: Paul, Hebrews, General Letters and Revelation Israelite historiography Text and Canon of the New Testament (Textual Criticism and Canonics) Literature of the Bible: Methodology of the Old Testament Structural methodology and narratology, applied to Old Testament texts (theory and application) Literature of the Bible: Semiotic-structural approach, applied to the Old Testament texts CREDITS 8 8

BYB132 BYB142 BYB152

8 8 8

BYB182 BYB212

8 8

BYB222

BYB232 BYB242 BYB252

8 8 8

BYB262

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BYB272

BYB282

BYB312

BYB324

BYB332

BYB344

BYB352 BYB414

Literature of the Bible: Methodology of the New Testament Structural methodology of narrative texts applied to the Gospels Literature of the Bible: Semiotic-structural approach, applied to the New Testament literature Understanding the Old Testament Exegetical methods and hermeneutics of the Old Testament Primary exegesis and theology of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters (ii) Pauline Letters (iii) General Letters and Revelation Prerequisites: GRK124 and doing GRK on 200 level Primary of introduction, exegesis and theology of the Pentateuch Prerequisites: HEB124 and doing HEB on 200 level Primary of exposition and message of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters (ii) Pauline Letters (iii) General Letters and Revelation Primary of introduction, exposition and message of the Pentateuch Continuation of introduction, exegesis and theology of the Old Testament This study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) The prophetical literature (ii) The writings and the systematisation of Old Testament theology Prerequisites: HEB204 or HEB232, 242

16

16

8 16

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BYB424

BYB434

BYB444

Continuation of exegesis and theology of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters (ii) Pauline Letters (iii) General Letters and Revelation Prerequisites: Two of the following four modules: GRK212, GRK222, GRK232, GRK242 Continuation of introduction, exposition and message of the Old Testament This study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) The prophetical literature (ii) The writings and the systematisation of Old Testament Theology Continuation of exposition and message of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters (ii) Pauline Letters (iii) General Letters and Revelation

16

16

16

CHURCH HISTORY AND POLITY

MODULE CODE EKK212 EKK222 EKK314 EKK412 EKK422 EKK442 MODULE CODE GRK114 GRK124 SYLLABUSES Church History 33-600 Church History 600-1400 Church History 1400-1900 History of Doctrine Introduction to Church Polity Southern African Church History 1500-1900 CREDITS 8 8 16 8 8 8 CREDITS 16 16

GREEK
SYLLABUSES Basic New Testament Greek grammar Continuation of New Testament Greek grammar and reading
Prerequisite: GRK114
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GRK144 GRK212 GRK222 GRK232 GRK242 GRK312 GRK322 GRK332 GRK342

GRK352 GRK362 GRK372 MODULE CODE HEB114

Remedial introduction to New Testament Greek Reading of New Testament passages, with applied grammar and semantics Reading of Patristic authors, with applied grammar and lexicography Reading of New Testament, with applied grammar and grammar Reading of patristic authors, with applied grammar and grammar New Testament rhetoric and translation of unprepared passages Introduction to the text and content of the Septuaginta Classical rhetoric Reading of New Testament passages, advanced applied grammar and stylistics Epic and unseen translation Tragedy Patristics

16 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8

8 8 8

HEBREW
SYLLABUSES Introduction to the grammar of Biblical Hebrew Alphabet, morphology, semantics, syntax and vocabulary Translation of simple sentences from Hebrew Continuation of the grammar of Biblical Hebrew Morphology and semantics of finite and infinite verbs Morphology of the noun Vocabulary and translation of sample texts Remedial introduction to Biblical Hebrew Advanced grammar of Biblical Hebrew Masoretic accentuation signs
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CREDITS 16

HEB124

16

HEB144 HEB204

16 16

HEB232

HEB242

HEB312

HEB322

HEB332

HEB342

Syntax, semantics and pragmatics of verbs and verb strings Syntax and semantics of nouns and noun phrases Word order Translation of a selection of chapters from the Hebrew Bible Grammatical analyses in textual context: Ruth and Jonah Phonological, morphological, syntactic, semantic and pragmatic analysis of the Biblical Hebrew texts of Ruth and Jonah Narratology and Old Testament texts Narratological procedure and analysis of the texts of Ruth and Jonah Biblical Hebrew poetry Poetical procedures and analyses of a number of Psalmonic genres, including Lament, Royal Psalm and individual poem Structure and stylistic features in Biblical Hebrew poetry Grammar of Biblical Aramaic Phonology, morphology, semantics and syntax of Biblical Aramaic Translation of a selection of Biblical Aramaic texts Introduction to the Dead Sea Scrolls The discovery, origin, and implications of the Dead Sea Scrolls for Biblical studies and traditions of Judaism Israelite religion The historical and thematic development of the Israelite religion from the Patriarchal era to the exilic period of the Exile

MISSIOLOGY
MODULE CODE SDW212 CONTENT The foundation of mission Old Testament perspectives
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CREDITS 8

SDW322

SDW414

Creation Salvation Grace New Testament perspectives Salvation in Christ Matthew, Mark, Luke and Paul Theology of mission Goal of mission Motives of mission Congregation and mission The missionary Themes in theology of mission Missio Dei The "Church with others" Evangelisation Contextualisation Inculturation The theology of religions Missionary in the ministry Specialization in the missionary approach of one of the leading religious groups

16

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
MODULE CODE PTL212 SYLLABUSES Foundations for congregational up building and ministry Preaching Worship Pastoral care Christian education Evangelism Missions Diaconics Christian charity and spirituality: the creation of a congregational spirituality of Christian care Christian charity and cybernetics: planning and organisation Christian charity and pastoral care and after care
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CREDITS 8

PTL222

PTL242

PTL314

PTL402

PTL422

PTL442

Foundations of pastoral care Pastoral care and suffering Pastoral care and charity Pastoral care and marriage Pastoral care and youth care Christian education and youth care Recruiting and training cathecism staff Teaching, celebration and service Relation building Friendship evangelism Applied youth policy Applied youth organisation Homiletics Introduction to preaching History of preaching Sermon forms Practice of preaching Ministry to young children Ministry to young children an introduction Ministry to young children religious aspects Infant ministry Ministry to young children in the local congregation Counselling young children Ministry to young children in the community Liturgics/Hymnology Introduction to liturgy History of liturgy Theory of liturgy Liturgical forms Hymnology

16

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY
MODULE CODE DOG212 SYLLABUSES Dogmatics Prolegomena Revelation
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CREDITS 8

DOG322

DOG342

DOG422

DOG442 TLG112

TLG122

Holy Scripture Doctrine of God Creation Dogmatics Human being Providence Sin Covenant Church Apologetics Defending the Christian confession against attacks on the fundamental truths of the Christian faith by false philosophy, especially in modern theology Dogmatics Christology Pneumatology Means of grace Eschatology Theological ethics Introduction to Theological Ethics Introduction to theology and Encyclopedia of Theology Theology as science Types of theology Classification of theological subjects Meta-theological subjects Symbolics Introduction to symbolics Ecumenical creeds Historical overview of confessions of different denominations Selection of creeds and confessions: history and contents

8 8

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B.A. HONS. (9501) (Multidisciplinary)

Old Testament
Old Testament OET611 (20 credits) Introduction, Exegesis/Exposition and Theology of the Old Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to 1. The prophetical literature 2. The writings and the systematisation of Old Testament Theology

New Testament
New Testament NET621 (20 credits) Exegesis/Exposition and Theology of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to 1. Gospels, Acts and the Letters of John 2. Pauline Letters 3. General Letters and Revelation

Church History and Polity

Church History and Polity EKK601 (20 credits) 1. South African Church History 2. Church Polity 3. Dogmatic History

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Systematic Theology
Systematic Theology DOG621 (20 credits) 1. Dogmatics Selection of relevant loci in the dogmatics 2. 3. Theological Ethics Introduction Apologetics Defence of the Christian confession against attacks on the fundamental truths of the Christian faith by false philosophy, especially in modern theology

Practical Theology
Practical Theology DKN601 (20 credits) 1. Introduction to Practical Theology Delimitation of the field of study Encyclopaedic place of the discipline Short historical overview of approaches 2. Homiletics Preaching as a field of study History of preaching Nature and content of preaching Preaching as communicatory event Preaching practice Catechetics Definition and history of catechesis Subject and object of catechesis Subject matter of the catechesis Methodology of catechesis Youth care Youth and subculture Church youth and crisis phenomena (e.g. extra-denominationalism and the formation of groups) Church policy and youth actions Small groups and youth leaders

3.

4.

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5.

Diaconics Definition of the concept and underlying principles of the diaconate Historical overview of the forms of the diaconate Functioning of the diaconate in modern times Institutions and organisations with regard to the diaconate Practicum

6.

Missiology
Missiology SDW611 (20 credits) 1. The foundation of the mission in the Bible The foundation of the mission in the Old Testament The foundation of the mission in the New Testament 2. General introduction to missiology The purpose of mission The motives of mission The missionary congregation The missionary The Missio Dei Inculturation, acculturation and accommodation Contextual mission Introduction to religions A general orientation with regard to religions Islam Hinduism Traditional African religions Judaism Buddhism

3.

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B.A. HONS. (9501) (Study in one subject)

Biblical Studies
Biblical Studies 1. Old Testament See Old Testament 2. New Testament See New Testament 3. A Short dissertation chosen in consultation with the Department BYB693

Old Testament
Old Testament Five modules plus a short dissertation: Module codes (20 credits each) OET612 (a) Methodology of exegesis (b) Hermeneutics of the Old Testament OET613 (a) Introduction to the books of the Old Testament (b) Canonical history of the Old Testament OET614 (a) Archaeology of the Old Testament (b) Culture-historical background of the Old Testament (c) Historical research and the history of Israel OET623 Exegesis of selected parts of the Old Testament (a) Introduction to the Theology of the Old Testament (b) Theology of the Old Testament OET693 Short dissertation

New Testament
New Testament Five modules plus a short dissertation: Module codes (20 credits each) NET612 (a) Textual criticism of the New Testament (b) Hermeneutics of the New Testament
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NET613

NET614

NET622 NET623 NET693

(c) Exegetic methods with special focus on the New Testament (a) History of the New Testamentic research (b) Canonical history of the New Testament (c) Introduction to the books of the New Testament (a) Theoretical aspects of historical research; Archaeology of the New Testament (b) Background of the New Testament (c) History of the New Testament Exegesis of selected parts of the New Testament Introduction to, and theology of the New Testament Short dissertation

Church History and Polity

Church History and Polity Five modules plus a short dissertation: Module codes (20 credits each) EKK612 History of the Church in Africa EKK613 Introduction to the Science of Ecclesiology EKK614 Introduction to Church Polity EKK622 Church History 33-2000 EKK623 Church History of Southern Africa 1500-2000 EKK693 Short dissertation

Systematic Theology
Systematic Theology Five modules plus a short dissertation: Module codes (20 credits each) DOG612 A few of the articles of faith of the church DOG613 An overview of theological history since 1800 DOG614 A theme chosen from the philosophy of religion or apologetics DOG622 An in-depth study of any three loci in systematic theology DOG623 Any three subjects from social ethics DOG693 Short dissertation

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Practical Theology
Practical Theology Five modules plus a short dissertation: Module codes (20 credits each) DKN612 Introduction to Practical Theology Research methodology Diaconics DKN613 Homiletics (preaching) Liturgics (worship) DKN614 Poimenics (pastoral care) DKN622 Cybernetics (congregational up building and congregational ministry) DKN623 Catechetics and youth care DKN693 Short dissertation

Missiology
Missiology Five modules plus a short dissertation: Module codes (20 credits each) SDW612 Mission history SDW613 The foundations of mission SDW614 Missionary evangelistics SDW622 Diaconics SDW623 Ministry to adherents to World Religions SDW693 Short dissertation

Religious Studies
Religious Studies Five modules plus a short dissertation: Module codes (20 credits each) GDD601 History and philosophy of religions GDD602 Comparative study of religions GDD603 Monotheistic religions GDD604 Oriental religions GDD605 African traditional religions and other primal religions GDD693 Short dissertation

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M.DIV. (9701), P.D.T. (9212) AND LICENTIATE IN THEOLOGY (9211)

BIBLIOLOGY: BIBLICAL STUDIES, OLD AND NEW TESTAMENT
MODULE CODE NET602 SYLLABUSES Preaching the Word Hermeneutics Relationship between Old Testament/ New Testament The use of the Scripture in pastoral care/ethics Advanced exposition and message of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (iv) Gospels, Acts and the Letters of John (v) Pauline Letters (vi) General Letters and Revelation Advanced exegesis and theology of the New Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) Gospels, Acts and the Letters of John (ii) Pauline Letters (iii) General Letters and Revelation Prerequisites: Two of the following four modules: GRK212, GRK222, GRK232, GRK242 Preaching the Word Hermeneutics Relationship between Old Testament/ New Testament The use of the Scripture in pastoral care/ethics CREDITS 8

NET644

16

NET664

16

NET724

16

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OET602

OET634

OET654

OET724

Preaching the Word Hermeneutics Relationship between Old Testament/ New Testament The use of the Scripture in pastoral care/ethics Advanced introduction, exposition and message of the Old Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) The prophetical lliterature (ii) The writings and the systematisation of the Old Testament Theology Advanced introduction, exegesis and theology of the Old Testament The study shall be applied on a rotating basis to (i) The prophetical literature (ii) The writings and the systematisation of Old Testament Theology Prerequisites: HEB204 or HEB232, HEB242 Preaching the Word Hermeneutics Relationship between Old Testament/ New Testament The use of the Scripture in pastoral care/ethics

16

16

16

CHURCH HISTORY AND POLITY

MODULE CODE EKK602 EKK642 EKK662 EKK724 SYLLABUSES Ecclesiological perspectives for the contemporary time Church History 1900-1945 Southern African Church History 19001960 Ecclesiology for the contemporary time
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CREDITS 8 8 8 16

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY
MODULE CODE DOG602 SYLLABUSES Individual ethical issues Social ethical issues Sacraments Prayer Church Theological ethics The Decalogue and issues concerning individual and social ethics related thereto Polemics The defence of the Christian confession against attacks on the fundamental truths of the Christian faith by a deviant Christianity Dogmatics Church Relevant loci in contemporary perspective Individual ethical issues Social ethical issues Sacraments Prayer Church CREDITS 8

DOG632

DOG652

DOG672

DOG724

16

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
MODULE CODE
PTL600

SYLLABUSES
Practical theological ecclesiology Personality and spirituality formation Pastoral care Homiletics Liturgics Homiletics Communication and preaching Preaching and the church year Preaching and liturgy Practice of preaching

CREDITS
40

PTL602

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PTL604

Pastoral care Applied basic theory: pastoral models applied Pastoral care and suffering: the handling of illness and loss Crisis pastoral care and pastoral therapy Pastoral care: Christian charity and caring for the aged Pastoral care and marriage: marriage and family enrichment Pastoral care and youth care: youth ministry and pastoral cathecism

16

PTL622

PTL720

Congregational ministry Congregational up building Theory and practice Strategic planning/congregation analysis Structures Christian leadership Leadership and spirituality Leadership and crisis management Practical theological ecclesiology Personality and spirituality formation Pastoral care Homiletics Liturgics

40

MISSIOLOGY
MODULE CODE
SDW602

SYLLABUSES
Cross-cultural communication Background Religions Application Themes in missiology Secularism and mission New paradigms and mission Mission theology in a postmodern world Ecology and mission Cross-cultural communication Background Religions Application

CREDITS
8

SDW634

16

SDW724

16

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MINI-DISSERTATION
MODULE CODE XXX792 SYLLABUSES (M.Div.) A mini-dissertation in ONE of the following codes BYB792 (where it is clearly Old and New Testament) HEB792 GRK792 TLG792 (inter-disciplinary) PTL792 OET792 NET792 DOG792 SDW792 EKK792 SYLLABUSES (Licentiate in Theology) A mini-dissertation in ONE of the following codes BYB692 (where it is clearly Old and New Testament) HEB692 GRK692 TLG692 (inter-disciplinary) PTL692 OET692 NET692 DOG692 SDW692 EKK692 CREDITS 40

MODULE CODE XXX692

CREDITS 40

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MAGISTER ARTIUM (M.A.) THEOLOGY (9706)

(a) Three modules and an comprehensive mini-dissertation

BIBLICAL STUDY
MODULE CODE BYB701 BYB702 BYB703 BYB791 MODULE CODE OET701 OET702 OET703 OET791 MODULE CODE NET701 NET702 NET703 NET791 MODULE CODE ONT706 ONT707 ONT708 ONT791 SYLLABUSES Introduction to Sciences of the Bible Introduction questions Theology of the Bible books Comprehensive mini-dissertation CREDITS 20 20 20 60 CREDITS 20 20 20 60 CREDITS 20 20 20 60 CREDITS 20 20 20 60

OLD TESTAMENT
SYLLABUSES Theology and Ethics Old Testament Background, Canonics, Methodology Understanding and exposition of the Old Testament Comprehensive mini-dissertation

NEW TESTAMENT
SYLLABUSES Theology and Ethics New Testament Background, Canonics, Methodology Introduction and exposition of the New Testament Comprehensive mini-dissertation SYLLABUSES Overview of Spirituality Spirituality and Exposition of the Bible The Bible and Spirituality Comprehensive mini-dissertation

BIBLICAL THEOLOGY: BIBLICAL SPIRITUALITY

94

CHURCH HISTORY AND POLITY

MODULE CODE EKK701 EKK702 EKK703 EKK791 MODULE CODE DOG701 DOG702 DOG703 DOG709 DOG710 DOG791 MODULE CODE DKN701 DKN702 DKN703 DKN791 MODULE CODE SDW701 SDW702 SDW703 SDW791 MODULE CODE GDD701 GDD702 GDD703 SYLLABUSES Introduction to Church History and Polity Church Polity Church History Comprehensive mini-dissertation CREDITS 20 20 20 60 CREDITS 20 20 20 20 20 60 CREDITS 20 20 20 60 CREDITS 20 20 20 60 CREDITS 20 20 20

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY
SYLLABUSES Introduction to Systematic Theology Dogmatics Symbolics Apologetics and Polemics Ethics Comprehensive mini-dissertation

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
SYLLABUSES Introduction to Practical Theology Pastoral care Homiletics Comprehensive mini-dissertation

MISSIOLOGY
SYLLABUSES Introduction to Missiology Theology of mission Mission practice Comprehensive mini-dissertation

RELIGIOUS STUDIES
SYLLABUSES Introduction to Religious Studies Religions of the world Comparative Religious Studies
95

GDD791 (b)

Comprehensive mini-dissertation

60

Five modules (of which one is a short dissertation)

BIBLICAL STUDY
MODULE CODE BYB704 BYB705 BYB706 BYB707 BYB793 MODULE CODE ONT702 ONT703 ONT704 ONT705 ONT793 MODULE CODE DKN712 DKN713 SYLLABUSES Fundamental principles of Biblical sciences Introduction to a Bible corpus, main course Theology of a Bible corpus, main course Introduction and Theology, a supporting corpus Short dissertation CREDITS 24 24 24 24 24 CREDITS 24 24 24 24 24 CREDITS 24 24

BIBLICAL SPIRITUALITY
SYLLABUSES Introduction to spirituality Spirituality Hermeneutics Spirituality of a specific Bible book/Bible Corpus Reception of a Bible book/Bible Corpus Short dissertation

PASTORAL THERAPY
SYLLABUSES Pastoral Care Pastoral Foundation and Practical Theory for Law Offenders and Victims of Crime Narrative therapy Pastoral Foundation and Practical Theory of Caring for the Sick Short dissertation

DKN714 DKN715 DKN793

24 24 24

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MAGISTER THEOLOGIAE (M.Th.) (9704)

(a) Modules with comprehensive mini-dissertation

OLD TESTAMENT
MODULE CODE OET704 OET705 OET791 MODULE CODE NET704 NET705 NET791 MODULE CODE EKK704 EKK705 EKK791 MODULE CODE DOG704 DOG705 DOG791 MODULE CODE DKN704 SYLLABUSES Fundamental principles of Old Testament Studies Old Testament Studies: Overview Comprehensive mini-dissertation CREDITS 36 12 60 CREDITS 36 12 60 CREDITS 36 12 60 CREDITS 36 12 60 CREDITS 36

NEW TESTAMENT
SYLLABUSES Fundamental principles of New Testament studies New Testament Studies: Overview Comprehensive mini-dissertation

CHURCH HISTORY AND POLITY

SYLLABUSES Fundamental principles of Church History and Polity Church History and Polity: Overview Comprehensive mini-dissertation

SYSTEMATIC THEOLOGY
SYLLABUSES Fundamental principles of Systematic Theology Systematic Theology: Overview Comprehensive mini-dissertation

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
SYLLABUSES Basic principles of Practical Theology
97

DKN705 DKN791 MODULE CODE SDW704 SDW705 SDW791 MODULE CODE GDD704 GDD705 GDD791 (b)

Practical Theology: Overview Comprehensive mini-dissertation

12 60 CREDITS 36 12 60 CREDITS 36 12 60

MISSIOLOGY
SYLLABUSES Fundamental principles of Missiology Missiology: Overview Comprehensive mini-dissertation

RELIGIOUS STUDIES
SYLLABUSES Fundamental principles of Religious Studies Religious Studies: Overview Comprehensive mini-dissertation

Pastoral Therapy

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
MODULE CODE DKN712 DKN713 SYLLABUSES Pastoral Care Pastoral Foundation and Practical. Theory for Law Offenders and Victims of Crime Narrative therapy Pastoral Foundation and Practical Theory of Caring for the Sick Short dissertation CREDITS 24 24

DKN714 DKN715 DKN793 (c)

24 24 24

Youth Ministry

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
MODULE CODE DKN707 DKN708 DKN709 SYLLABUSES Word and youth ministry Youth development Youth culture and a world view
98

CREDITS 24 24 24

DKN710 DKN793 (d)

Youth cybernetics and praxis Short dissertation

24 24

Congregational Ministry

PRACTICAL THEOLOGY
MODULE CODE DKN716 DKN717 DKN718 DKN719 DKN793 (e) SYLLABUSES Basic theory in Theology for congregational ministry Models for congregational ministry and different approaches Renewal in congregational ministry Leadership in congregational ministry Short dissertation CREDITS 24 24 24 24 24

Multidisciplinary (short dissertation plus four modules) SYLLABUSES Practical Theology in the ministry Themes from the Dogmatics Church polity New Testament in the ministry Old Testament in the ministry Missiology in the ministry Short dissertation CREDITS 24 24 24 24 24 24 24

MODULE CODE DKN706 DOG706 EKK706 NET706 OET706 SDW706 XXX793 (f)

Biblical Theology

OLD AND NEW TESTAMENT

MODULE CODE NET707 NET708 OET707 OET708 ONT793 SYLLABUSES New Testament orientation New Testament themes Old Testament orientation Old Testament themes Short dissertation CREDITS 24 24 24 24 24

99

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Biblical Spirituality

OLD AND NEW TESTAMENT

MODULE CODE ONT702 ONT703 ONT704 ONT705 ONT793 (h) SYLLABUSES Introduction to Spirituality Spirituality Hermeneutics Spirituality of a specific Bible book/Bible Corpus Reception of a Bible book/Bible Corpus Short dissertation CREDITS 24 24 24 24 24

Sub disciplines of Practical Theology SYLLABUSES Introduction to the sub disciplines of Practical Theology Pastoral Care in Practical Theology Homiletics Cybernetics (congregational up building and congregational ministry) Short dissertation CREDITS 24 24 24 24 24

MODULE CODE DKN711 DKN720 DKN721 DKN722 DKN793 (i)

Biblical Studies and Hermeneutics SYLLABUSES Hermeneutics General Hermeneutics Biblical Hermeneutics African Studies (African Theology, African Philosophy, African Sosiology) African Hermeneutics Language: Hebrew (basic) CREDITS 40

MODULE CODE ONT709

100

ONT710

ONT711

ONT791

Old Testament Studies Trends in Old Testament scholarship The canon of the Old Testament Exegesis Theology Language: Greek (basic) New Testament Studies Trends in New Testament scholarship The canon of the New Testament Translation Theory Socio-Cultural background of the New Testament Exegesis Theology Language: Hebrew or Greek (advanced) Comprehensive mini-dissertation

40

40

60

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