study For Semester 1 - February 2024
If you’re interested in studying in the first semester, we have some excellent options - whether you are interested in the rich depths of Scripture, studying the history of Christianity in Aotearoa New Zealand, or want to dig into theology, missions and leadership.
STUDY OPTIONS INCLUDE:
Non-Formal Study: Do some reading each week to prepare for class, and attend all lectures, but without completing assessments or gaining any formal credit. This is a great option for those who want to learn without pressure. Cost: $270 approx. per course.
Certificate of Proficiency: Participate fully in a single course - do the pre-reading, attend all lectures, and complete the required assessment tasks. Your study will be formally recognised by NZQA. This is the option to choose if you want to give formal study a go, but aren’t ready to commit to a full qualification. Cost: $800 approx. per course.
Any of the courses listed below may be taken by non-formal and Certificate of Proficiency students.
Enrol in a programme: If you want to gain a diploma or degree, have a chat with our team about which programme and course structure will best suit you. You can enrol for a single course, for half-time study, or in full-time study.
Level 5 - Through our partnership with Laidlaw College, you can study:
Biblical Greek 2 (15 credits)
This course is a continuation of 108.515, a study of the grammar and vocabulary of New Testament Greek, and its application in translation and exegesis.
Note: 108.515 Biblical Greek 1 is offered over the Summer Semester 2023-2024
Note: An online version of Logos will be required (approx $660).
Reading the Bible (Level 5) - This course aims to introduce the broad shape of the biblical story and show how the Christian gospel is integral to biblical theology. It explores the unity, diversity and central themes of the Bible to make sense of the relationships between the Bible, theology, and all of life.
Reading the OT (Level 5)
This course explores a broad understanding of Old Testament and to introduce students to the interpretation and application of the Old Testament in church, mission, and/or community.
Formation (Level 5)
This course aims to help students to reflect on personal and communal spiritual formation, through engagement with Scripture, theological understandings, and a variety of Christian spiritual traditions.
Leadership Internship I - This course aims to evaluate Christian leadership models within the context of church, mission, and community ministries. Interns will build, lead, and contribute to teams in a way which reflects their sense of call and personal strengths, and through the application of leadership practices that enhance the goals of their chosen ministry.
Level 6 - Through our Diploma programme, you can study:
Gospels: Interpretation and Application
Learners will study the life setting, content, theological perspectives, and contemporary application of a selected Gospel, with a specific focus on exegesis of selected biblical texts and consideration of related theological, ethical, missional and pastoral themes.
Practice of Christian Leadership (internship)
Students will develop understanding of the nature and tasks of Christian leadership and develop skills relating to management of people, issues and resources through practicum involvement in a particular ministry or mission context.
Biblical Context in Mission (internship)
Learners will integrate a biblical understanding of mission with contextual theory and deepen learning through integrative tutorials and a mentored internship which utilises models of reflective practice.
Caring for Christian Communities (elective)
Introduces students to the situations, principles and approaches of caring for people in Christian communities and their effective and appropriate application.
Cultural Anthropology for Mission
Learners are introduced to cultural anthropology as an aid to cross-cultural mission and ministry in multi- cultural contexts.
Reflective Practice (elective)
The aim of this course is to teach the skills of reflective practice to promote students’ spiritual development and self-management and apply these both personally and in the student’s mission or ministry context.
Level 6 & 7 - Through our partnership with Laidlaw College, you can study:
Salvation in History and Beyond (Level 6 & 7)
PRE-REQUISITE: 201
This course looks at: 1) Salvation in history: a biblical overview of the doctrines of sin, grace, justification, regeneration and conversion. 2) Salvation at the fulfillment of history: biblical and historical models of eschatology; contemporary issues in eschatology.
Special Topic 1: Paul’s First Epistle to the Corinthians (Level 6 & 7)
This course focuses on the exegesis of Paul’s first Epistle to the Corinthians. It places the book in its setting in the first century and as part of the New Testament and helps students to gain a thorough appreciation of its background, content, argument, and theology. The book’s relevance for, and application to, the twenty-first century church is investigated.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Have questions, or ready to enrol? Reach out to our College Director, Simon Terrill - office@bishopdale.ac.nz; 03 548 8785 ext.3; 027 544 2208. Enrolments close 10 February.