Academics: Degree Synopsis
Bachelor of Theology [Th.B.] 120 Credits
Design:
The Bachelor of Theology Course has a strong emphasis on Theology and lays a firm foundation for those who plan a deeper study of Theology with a view to teaching the subject at a later date.
Course Subjects:
TH 2000: Introduction to Systematic Theology.
TH 2005: Evangelical Theology.
TH 2010: The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit.
TH 2015: Integrating Psychology and Theology.
TH 2020: Christology.
TH 2025: The Knowledge of God.
TH 2030: Perspectives in Theology.
TH 2035: Biblical Eschatology.
TH 2040: The Historical Jesus.
TH 2045: The Adversary.
Degree Prerequisites:
A G.C.S.E., or equivalent, and at least 90 earned, transferable, theological credits [including prior-learning experience]. Thirty [30] hours of course work must be completed at 'Seekers International Seminary' before the degree is granted. Ten [10] three hour courses plus a Course Assignment [5,000 words] constitute the 30 hours needed. All completed coursework must be either emailed or sent through a secure mailing system to the student's assigned tutor. Coursework submitted to 'Seekers' should always be accompanied by a self-addressed envelope for the marked and graded assignment to be returned.
Course of Study:
From the list below, students may choose ten [10] textbooks for study. Each textbook constitutes three hours of credit or one module. Course Assignment is determined by student in consultation with Assigned tutor. A 3.0 GPA is required on a scale of 4.0. Students may order the textbooks through Amazon.com or their local bookshop.
Course Textbooks:
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'Christian Theology' by Millard J. Erickson. Baker Academic: 2nd Sub Edition. ISBN-10: 0801021820. ISBN-13: 9780801021824.
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'Handbook on Evangelicalism: A Historical, Biblical, and Contemporary Survey and Review' by Robert P. Lightner. [Paperback]. Kregel Publishers. ISBN-10: 082543145X. ISBN-13: 9780825431456.
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'He Who Gives Life: The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit [Foundations of Evangelical Theology] by Graham A. Cole. Crossway Books. ISBN-10: 1518347928. ISBN-13: 9781581347920.
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'The Holy Spirit' by John F. Walvrood. [Paperback]. Zondervan. 1st Paperback Edition. ISBN-10: 0310340616. ISBN-13: 978-0310340614.
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'The Holt Spirit: A Pentecostal Perspective' by Thomas holdcroft. Ceetee Publishers. [Paperback]. ISBN-10: 0968058027. ISBN-13: 978-096058022.
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'Transforming Spirituality: Integrating Theology & Psychology' by F. L. Schults & Steven J. Sandage. [Paperback]. Baker Academic [2006]. ISBN-10: 08102823X. ISBN-13: 978-08028236.
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'Integration of Psychology and Theology' by John D. Carter & S. Bruce Narramore. [Paperback]. Zondervan. ISBN-10: 0310303419. ISBN-13: 978-0310303411.
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An Introduction to New Testament Christology' by Raymond E. Brown. Paulist Press. [Paperback]. ISBN-10: 0809135165. ISBN-13: 978-0809135161.
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'Who is Jesus: An Introduction to Christology' [Michael Glazier Books] by Thomas P. Rausch. [Paperback]. Liturgical Press [2003] ISBN-10: 0814650783. ISBN-13: 978-0814650783.
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'Prayer & the Knowledge of God: What the Whole Bible Teaches' by Graeme Goldsworthy. [Paperback]. Inter Varsity Press: Reprint Edition. ISBN-10: 0830853669. ISBN-13: 978-0830853663.
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'Basic Theology: A Popular Guide to Understanding Biblical Truth' by Charles Caldwell Ryrie. [Hardback]. Moody Publishers. ISBN-10: 0802427340. ISBN-13: 978-0802427342.
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'The Adversary' by Mark I. Bubeck. Moody Press. ISBN-10:0802401430. ISBN-13: 978-08020401434. 'Overcoming the Adversary' by Mark I. Bubeck. Moody Press. [Paperback]. ISBN-10: 0802403336. ISBN-13: 978-0802403339.
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'Where is Theology Going: Issues & Perspectives on the future of Theology' by Millard J. Erickson. [Paperback]. Baker Publishing Co. ISBN-10: 0801032245. ISBN-13: 978- 0801032240.
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'Truth or Consequences: The Promise & Perils of Postmodernism' by Millard J. Erickson. [Paperback]. Inter Varsity Press. ISBN-10: 0830826572. ISBN-13: 978-08030826575.
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'Things To Come: A Study in Biblical Eschatology' by J. Dwightg Pentecost. [Hardback] Zondervan. ASIN: B00002T5VG.
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'Vital Prophetic Issues [Vital Issues Series, Vol 5] by Roy B. Zuck. [Paperback]. Kregel Academic & Professional. ISBN-10: 082544067X. ISBN-13: 978- 0825440670.
For each of the textbooks chosen [10], the following assignments must be completed.
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Write a summary of your favourite chapter in the book.
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Write a 3 - 5 page essay, comprising of 1 or 2 paragraph summaries of each chapter of the required text.
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How will this book be useful to you in your future ministry? Write 1 or 2 pages.
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Has this book changed your perspective or affirmed something you already knew about ministry?
All assignments should be double-spaced, and demonstrate that the student has read the material.
Tuition: £1,550.00. Tuition Payment Scheme Available.
Tuition is kept to a minimum to offset the purchase of textbooks.