Core Modules:
TH301: Bibliology & Theology Proper: In this relativistic and pluralistic era, we need to winsomely articulate the basis of our faith in the Bible. We will consider a covenantal view of our existence, how we know (epistemology), how we know God (revelation), Scripture as God’s saving revelation, before focusing on the doctrines of inspiration, inerrancy, clarity and sufficiency of Scripture. In Theology Proper (doctrine of God), we will consider arguments for God’s existence, and then follow the Westminster Standards in addressing the following topics, and their implications for us: God’s attributes, the Holy Trinity, God’s decrees, and the execution of His decrees in creation and providence. (2 credits)
TH302: Anthropology & Soteriology: Christian Anthropology is the study of humanity from a Christian / biblical perspective, especially on the creation and the nature, and the fall and the depravity of man and its consequences. Christian Anthropology deals with who we are and how we should relate to a thrice holy God. This helps us to understand ourselves from God's perspective, the unconditional love of the Saviour and His redemptive work. (2 credits)
TH303: Christology & Pneumatology: This course will give the student a theological understanding of the doctrines of Christ and the Holy Spirit. The student will explore the various Christological controversies, and understanding how and why the doctrine of Christ’s dual nature is essential to doctrines of the Christian faith. In Pneumatology, the student will learn about the deity, personhood, and ministries of the Holy Spirit. (2 credits)
TH304: Ecclesiology & Eschatology: What is the Church? Is the Church necessary? What is the Church’s role and purpose? What does the future hold? What are the events that we should expect prior to the Second Coming of Christ? These are issues that will be explored in this course. The purpose of this course is to give the student an understanding of God’s programme throughout the ages to the consummation of the work of Christ. (2 credits)
TH306: Church History I: Post-Apostolic to Medieval: This study traces the development of Christianity from its biblical origins from the second century to the dawn of the sixteenth century Reformation. The student will explore the emergence of Christianity, its gradual separation from Judaism, the formulation of doctrines as part of God's sovereignty, as well as applying the lessons to the contemporary church. (2 credits)
TH307: Church History II: Reformation to Modern: This course addresses the relevant personalities or reformers like Luther, Zwingli, Calvin, Knox, William Tyndale and others on their lives and doctrines, and the historic events during the 16th century reformation movement, particularly in Germany, Scotland, France, England and Switzerland. This course will also address the events from the 18-20th century, covering the major theological themes and controversies like Liberalism, Fundamentalism and Charismatism and other ecclesiastical concerns of the modern age. (2 credits)
Elective Modules:
TH311-312: The Westminster Standards I & II: The course will introduce the student to the Westminster Standards, the Shorter and Larger Catechisms as well as the Directory of Public Worship and the Presbyterian form of government. This course will be conducted in two parts. Part I of the course will be taught in two parts. Part I will the history of the Westminster Assembly and the first 18 chapters of the Confession. Part II will cover the remaining 15 chapters and the two other works of the Assembly. The student will also explore the relevance of the Westminster Standards to the 21st century church. (2 credits each)
TH314: Biblical Examination of the New Age, Cultic and Occultic Movements This course will examine the histories and teachings of cults such as the Mormons, Jehovah Witnesses, Christian Science, Freemasons, New Age Movement, etc. The student will be taught sound doctrinal precepts from the Bible so as to give a sound defence of the Christian faith and scriptural guidance, insights and counsel against the cultic and occultic teachings. (2 credits)
TH315: Understanding and Applying Bible-Presbyterian History and Distinctives: This course will examine the historical and theological reasons for the formation, growth and continuing ministry of the Bible-Presbyterian movement. The student will also consider the doctrinal controversies of the 1930’s in the United States, and the fundamental doctrines that undergird the BP Churches. The course will also consider at length the doctrine of biblical separation and the Reformed faith. (2 Credits)
TH321: Lessons and Perspectives from Church History: This course addresses the spiritual lessons that we can derive from the study of historic figures like John Calvin, Jonathan Edwards, Charles and John Wesley, William Carey and the early church fathers like Augustine, as historic examples in evangelism, missions, the defence of the faith to the proper understanding and interpretation of genuine revivals. (2 credits)
TH322: Doctrinal Implications and History of the 16th Century Protestant Reformation: There are rich and precious lessons to be learnt from the life and the doctrinal teachings of the magisterial reformers of the 16th century during the Protestant reformation. The writings and theological teachings of Luther, Calvin, Knox, Zwingli and Tyndale transformed societies and affected nations and the course of human history. There are important implications for the church, Christian and society today as we study carefully, rehearse and apply these spiritual lessons. (2 credits)
TH323: History of Martyrdom: This course is a study on the persecution of Christians over the centuries starting from the first 4 centuries of Roman persecution, resulting in the deaths of many of the church fathers and leaders. The complexities of martyrdom are best studied from a historical, doctrinal and practical perspective, and how it has evolved and changed over time. This course will give the students a historical perspective of the martyrdom, as well as addressing the concerns of the persecution of the end times and the preparations for it. (2 credits)
TH324: History of Revivals: This course addresses the biblical and historic revivals over the centuries. The student will examine the doctrinal and practical lessons learnt from the OT and NT revivals, the 18th century Great Awakening in the UK by George Whitefield and the Wesley brothers, the US revivals led by Jonathan Edwards and William Tennent, Samuel Davis among others. (2 credits)
TH325: Lessons from the Life of the Reformers: The Reformers made immense contributions to the doctrine, worship, church government, work, family, education, economics and even to the political system of state governance. John Calvin's reformation transformed Geneva into a God-fearing city; John Knox founded the Presbyterianism in Scotland and Martin Luther's work shaped the translation of the Bible and the congregational singing in Germany. This course examines their lives, contributions, doctrines, ministries, gifts, weaknesses, with a view to understanding our heritage and strengthening our church ministries today. (2 credits)