Diploma Level

Diploma in Theology

Build on your certificate-level studies and deepen your understanding of Scripture, Christian doctrine, and practical ministry skills.

2
Years
24
Courses
48
Credit Units
720
Contact Hours

Departmental Courses

Each department carries six (6) courses per year, ensuring balanced academic and ministry training across two years of study.

BTS

Department 1: Biblical & Theological Studies

BTS 201
Old Testament Survey

An overview of the Pentateuch, historical books, wisdom literature, and prophets.

BTS 202
New Testament Survey

Study of the Gospels, Acts, Pauline Epistles, and Revelation.

BTS 203
Biblical Hermeneutics

Principles and methods for interpreting Scripture accurately.

BTS 204
Doctrine of God & Christ

Systematic study of the person and work of God and Jesus Christ.

BTS 205
Doctrine of the Holy Spirit

Pneumatology: the person, gifts, and ministry of the Holy Spirit.

BTS 206
Systematic Theology II

Advanced study of the doctrines of man, sin, salvation, and the Church.

CEL

Department 2: Christian Education & Life Studies

CEL 307
Christian Ethics & Moral Theology

Applying biblical principles to contemporary moral issues.

CEL 308
Marriage & Family Counselling

Biblical foundations for marriage, family, and pastoral care.

CEL 309
Christian Apologetics

Defending the faith with reason, evidence, and biblical truth.

CEL 310
Spiritual Formation & Disciplines

Developing a life of prayer, fasting, and personal holiness.

CEL 311
Homiletics & Sermon Preparation

Crafting and delivering biblically sound and compelling sermons.

CEL 312
Christian Education & Discipleship

Teaching the Word and making disciples in the local church.

MML

Department 3: Ministry, Missions & Leadership Studies

MML 401
Advanced Missiology

Cultural engagement, church planting, and cross-cultural mission strategy.

MML 402
Personal & Youth Evangelism

Practical tools for sharing the gospel in contemporary contexts.

MML 403
Discipleship & Mentoring

Developing a lifelong discipleship model for church growth.

MML 404
Servant Leadership

Biblical principles of leading with humility, vision, and integrity.

MML 405
Church Administration

Managing church resources, finances, and operations effectively.

MML 406
Research & Academic Writing

Developing skills for theological research and scholarly writing.

Trimester Structure

The Diploma programme is structured into six trimesters over two years, with four courses per trimester, ensuring a steady academic load and progressive spiritual and ministry development.

Year 1

Course Code Course Title Credit Units Contact Hours
BTS 201Old Testament Survey2 CU30 Hours
BTS 203Biblical Hermeneutics2 CU30 Hours
CEL 307Christian Ethics & Moral Theology2 CU30 Hours
MML 404Servant Leadership2 CU30 Hours
Trimester 1 Total8 CU120 Hours
Course CodeCourse TitleCredit UnitsContact Hours
BTS 202New Testament Survey2 CU30 Hours
BTS 204Doctrine of God & Christ2 CU30 Hours
CEL 308Marriage & Family Counselling2 CU30 Hours
MML 401Advanced Missiology2 CU30 Hours
Trimester 2 Total8 CU120 Hours
Course CodeCourse TitleCredit UnitsContact Hours
BTS 205Doctrine of the Holy Spirit2 CU30 Hours
CEL 309Christian Apologetics2 CU30 Hours
CEL 311Homiletics & Sermon Preparation2 CU30 Hours
MML 402Personal & Youth Evangelism2 CU30 Hours
Trimester 3 Total8 CU120 Hours

Year 2

Course CodeCourse TitleCredit UnitsContact Hours
BTS 206Systematic Theology II2 CU30 Hours
CEL 312Christian Education & Discipleship2 CU30 Hours
MML 403Discipleship & Mentoring2 CU30 Hours
MML 405Church Administration2 CU30 Hours
Trimester 4 Total8 CU120 Hours
Course CodeCourse TitleCredit UnitsContact Hours
CEL 310Spiritual Formation & Disciplines2 CU30 Hours
MML 406Research & Academic Writing2 CU30 Hours
BTS 202New Testament Survey (advanced)2 CU30 Hours
CEL 311Homiletics & Sermon Preparation II2 CU30 Hours
Trimester 5 Total8 CU120 Hours
Course CodeCourse TitleCredit UnitsContact Hours
BTS 201Old Testament Survey II2 CU30 Hours
MML 402Personal & Youth Evangelism II2 CU30 Hours
CEL 309Christian Apologetics II2 CU30 Hours
BTS 205Doctrine of the Holy Spirit II2 CU30 Hours
Trimester 6 Total8 CU120 Hours

All courses carry 2 credit units with 30 contact hours each. Year 1 total: 24 CU / 360 hours. Year 2 total: 24 CU / 360 hours. Diploma grand total: 48 CU / 720 hours.

Certificates Awarded per Department

BTS

Certificate in Biblical & Theological Studies

For completing the BTS departmental requirements.

CEL

Certificate in Christian Education & Life Studies

For completing the CEL departmental requirements.

MML

Certificate in Ministry, Missions & Leadership Studies

For completing the MML departmental requirements.

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