Theology
Theology offers the opportunity to focus on religious belief in detail through the study of the scriptures, the history of religious thought, its critical thinkers, its influence on ethical debates and the actions of its believers. Religious studies offers breadth and depth in its study of the world's religions from various perspectives, including the interpretation of religious texts, the sociology and psychology of religion and the impact of ancient and modern religious movements.
Why Study Theology and Missions in NLC
Programs
BA in Theology (2-4 years)
The programme is designed to provide a balanced/wholistic university level knowledge in theology for people involved in Christian ministry, e.g. Bible teachers, pastors, evangelists and youth workers, and teachers in Ghana Education Service who need further training to teach Religious and Moral Education in basic schools. The programme also exists to cater for the theological needs of lay people who desire an advanced knowledge of theology to function effectively as leaders in church and society. The programme stresses spiritual and moral growth, intellectual development, and leadership and professional competence for life and ministry.
First Year
| Credit Hours Per Week | |||
| Course # | Courses Name | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| BNT131 | Christian Origins I | 3 | |
| BOT131 | Old Testament History I | 3 | |
| REL131 | African Traditional Religion | 3 | |
| AWR133 | Introduction to Computing & Academic Resources on the Internet | 3 | |
| THE131 | Bible Backgrounds | 3 | |
| AWR132 | Academic Writing and Library Resources | 3 | |
| BNT132 | Christian Origins II | 3 | |
| BOT132 | Old Testament History II | 3 | |
| REL132 | Origins and Development of Islam | 3 | |
| PMN132 | Introduction to Conflict Resolution & Management | 3 | |
| THE 132 | Biblical Hermeneutics | 3 | |
| AWR131 | English Language | 3 | |
TOTALS | 18 | 18 | |
Second Year
| Credit Hours Per Week | |||
| Course# | Courses Names | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| SSS231 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | |
| BNT231 | Elementary Greek I | 3 | |
| BOT231 | Elementary Hebrew 1 | 3 | |
| THE231 | Systematic Theology I | 3 | |
| PMN231 | Christian Homiletics | 3 | |
| PM | Elective 1 | 3 | |
| PMN232 | Foundations of Christian Education | 3 | |
| BNT232 | Pauline Epistles I | ||
| BNT233 | Elementary Greek 2 OR | [3] or | |
| BOT233 | Elementary Hebrew 2 | [3] | |
| THE232 | Systematic Theology II | 3 | |
| CHH232 | Church History 1 (Early Church History) | 3 | |
| PM | Elective 2 | 3 | |
TOTALS | 18 | 18 | |
Third Year
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| Credit Hours Per Week | |
Course # | Courses Name | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
PMN331 | Evangelism and Outreach Strategies | 3 | |
BNT331 | Pauline Epistles 2 OR | [3] or | |
BOT331 | OT Poetry | [3] | |
CHH331 | Church History 2 (Medieval Church History) | 3 | |
SSS331 | Introduction to Psychology OR | [3] or | |
SSS333 | Introduction to Sociology | [3] | |
PMN333 | Transformational Leadership | 3 | |
PM | Elective 3 | 3 | Elective 3 |
AWR332 | Research Methods in the Study of Religion | 3 | |
PMN332 | Time & Financial Management | 3 | |
BNT333 | Pauline Epistles 3 OR | [3] or | |
BOT332 | OT Wisdom Literature | [3] | |
CHH332 | Church History 3 (Modern Church History) | 3 | |
REL332 | New Religious Movements OR | [3] or | |
REL333 | World Religions | [3] | |
PM | Elective 4 | Elective 3 | |
TOTALS | 18 | 18 | |
Fourth Year
| Credit Hours Per Week | |||
| Course# | Courses Name | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
| THE431 | Christian Apologetics | 3 | |
| CHH431 | African Church History | 3 | |
| BNT431 | Other New Testament Books I OR | [3] or | |
| BOT431 | Old Testaments Prophets I | [3] | |
| SSS431 | Introduction to Biblical Archaeology | 3 | |
| AWR431 | Capstone Project I | 3 | |
| PM | Elective 5 | 3 | |
| PM | Elective 6 | 3 | |
| THE433 | Christian Ethics | 3 | |
| PMN432 | Pastoral Care & Counselling | 3 | |
| BNT432 | Other New Testament Books II OR | [3] or | |
| BOT432 | Old Testament Prophets II | [3] | |
| PMN433 | Practical Ministries | 3 | |
| AWR432 | Capstone Project II | 3 | |
| PM | Elective 7 | 3 | |
| PM | Elective 8 | 3 | |
TOTALS | 18 | 18 | |
Special Elective areas and their courses
Christian & Church Leadership (CCL)
| Course Code | Course Name |
| CCL232 | Biblical Management Principles |
| CCL233 | Biblical Stewardship and Leadership |
| CCL331 | Church Leadership & Technology (Cyber Church) |
| CCL332 | Home Cells & Church Growth |
| CRM333 | Management of Leadership Conflicts |
| CCL431 | Environmental Analysis |
| CCL432 | Church Administration |
| CCL433 | Management by Objectives |
Christian Education (CED)
| Course Code | Course Name |
| CED231 | Introduction to Educational Counselling |
| CED232 | Teaching Methods & Curriculum Development |
| CYM331 | Developmental Psychology |
| CYM332 | Marriage & Family Relationship |
| CED333 | Educational Psychology |
| CED334 | Instructional Strategies, Assessment, & Praxis |
| CED431 | Theories of Personality |
| CED432 | Learning Theories and Classroom Management |
Cross Cultural Ministries (CCM)
| Course Code | Course Name |
| CCM231 | Fundamental Convictions of Culture (Worldviews) |
| CCM232 | History of Missions |
| CCM331 | Introduction to Anthropology |
| CCM332 | Language Acquisition |
| CCM333 | Cross-Cultural Communication |
| CCM334 | Islam in West Africa |
| CCM431 | Cross-Cultural Evangelism |
| CCM432 | Cross-Cultural Church Planting |
Christian Youth Ministries (CYM)
| Course Code | Course Name |
| CYM231 | Foundations for Youth Ministry |
| CED232 | Teaching Methods & Curriculum Development |
| CYM331 | Developmental Psychology |
| CYM332 | Marriage & Family Relationship |
| CYM333 | Child & Adolescent Psychology |
| CYM334 | Introduction to Youth Counselling |
| CED431 | Theories of Personality |
| CYM432 | Spiritual & Social Issues in Youth Ministry |
Biblical Languages (BBL)
| Course Code | Course Name |
| BBL331 | Intermediate Greek OR |
| BBL431 | Intermediate Hebrew |
| BBL332 | New Testament Greek Readings OR |
| BBL432 | Old Testament Hebrew Readings |
| BBL333 | Exegesis of the Gospel of John OR |
| BBL433 | Exegesis of the Pentateuch |
| BBL334 | Preaching from the New Testament OR |
| BBL434 | Preaching from the Old Testament |
Conflict Management (CRM)
| Course Code | Course Name |
| CRM232 | Theology of Conflict & Management of Spiritual Conflicts |
| CRM233 | Management of Identity & Resource-based Conflicts |
| CRM331 | Management of Religious Conflicts |
| CRM332 | Management of Intra-national & Inter-national Conflicts |
| CRM333 | Management of Leadership Conflicts |
| CRM431 | Management of Political Conflicts |
| CRM432 | Management of Labour, Industrial & Commercial Conflicts |
| CRM433 | Management of Marital & Family Conflicts |
Certification: For the award of the Bachelor of Arts in Theology, a student must have completed forty (40) Core Courses equivalent to 120 Credits (3 x 40), plus eight (8) Elective Courses, equivalent to 24 Credits (3 x 8), totaling 144 Credits.
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Diploma In Theology/Biblical Studies
This program offers a diploma-level education in theology and biblical studies. It provides foundational knowledge and skills for individuals interested in pursuing a career in Christian ministry or those seeking advanced knowledge of theology to become effective leaders in church and society.
Certificate in Biblical Studies
This is a two-week short course consisting of two modules. It focuses on the study of the Bible, its interpretation, and its application to Christian life and ministry.
Certificate in Ministry
Also a two-week short course with two modules, this certificate program is designed to equip individuals with practical skills and knowledge needed for effective ministry in various contexts.