Bachelor of Ministry

Program Overview

The program emphasizes leadership development, professional ethics, and a deep understanding of Christian faith and history. Graduates are prepared for roles in church and community settings, including pastoral ministry, youth ministry, and chaplaincy. The program offers a balance of core subjects, restricted electives, and electives, allowing students to tailor their studies to their specific interests and career goals.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Objectives:

• Prepare students for leadership roles in ministry within church and community settings.
• Integrate a strong foundation in Christian Studies with practical knowledge in a chosen area of specialized ministry.
• Develop professional skills through practical assessments and work-integrated learning.
• Enhance general communication and problem-solving skills.
The program emphasizes leadership development, professional ethics, and a deep understanding of Christian faith and history. BMin graduates are prepared to pursue further postgraduate studies in specialized areas of ministry.

Outline:

Course Structure:

• Six semesters (12 weeks each, plus an exam week).
• Four subjects taught per semester.
• 12 compulsory core subjects (120 credit points).
• 7 restricted elective subjects (70 credit points).
• 5 elective subjects (50 credit points).

Subjects:

• Core Subjects:
• ACA101 Faith and Purpose
• BIB104 Old Testament Foundations
• BIB105 New Testament Foundations
• CCM101 Introduction to Cross Cultural Ministry
• EXP201 Professional Practice
• HIS102 Church History Foundations
• LEA201 Leadership Principles
• MIN101 Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
• MIN102 Christian Spirituality
• MIN201 Pastoral Administration and Management
• THE105 Introduction to Theology
• THE201 Christian Ethics
• Restricted Electives:
• 10 credit points at BIB 200 level
• 20 credit points at CCM/EXP/MIN/WOR 200 level
• 10 credit points at THE 200 level
• 10 credit points at BIB/THE 300 level
• 20 credit points at CCM/EXP/MIN/WOR 300 level
• Electives:
• 20 credit points at 100 level or above
• 20 credit points at 200 level or above
• 10 credit points at 300 level

Suggested Study Plans:

• Full-time: Completion within 3 years, following the suggested study plan provided in the text.
• Part-time: Completion within 10 years, with flexibility in choosing subjects each semester.

Work-integrated Learning:

• Completion of at least one Professional Practice subject (EXP201 or chaplaincy-related subject).

Careers:

Career Opportunities:

• Church or Worship pastor
• Youth or Children’s minister
• Missionary
• Chaplain
• Community/NGO worker
• Church Administrator
• Pastoral Educator

Alumni Story:

• Thomas Boban, BMin alumni, highlights the program's impact on his ministry and personal growth.

Other:

• International students require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no band below 5.5) or equivalent.
• FEE-HELP is available for eligible students.
• Alphacrucis offers a variety of student support services.
• The program emphasizes ethical and responsible leadership within the Christian community.