Asian Theological Seminary
Programme Detail: Biblical Languages (Grad Dip)
| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
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| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Biblical Languages (Grad Dip) |
| Type of Training | Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
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| Description | The Graduate Diploma in Biblical Languages is a one and a half year degree program designed for pastors, church workers, translators, educators in Bible schools or seminaries, and lay people who want to learn biblical Hebrew and/or Greek for responsible interpretation of the Scripture. The program nurtures integrated spirituality: cultivating respect for the Word of God, interpreting it in light of both the biblical and present day contexts, and appropriating it for personal and corporate life. |
| Keywords | Hebrew, Greek, Bible, Biblical Languages, Seminary, Translation |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (USA) |
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| Country and region where programme is available | Philippines / Region 03 - Central Luzon |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages |
| Residential/Non Residential | Mixed |
| Full-time or Part-time | Part-time |
| Level | Diploma |
| Cost Range | Variable according to means |
| Actual Cost | 500$ and up per semester |
| Bursaries/scholarships available | No |
| Actual Length | varies |
| Average hours of study per week | 6 |
| Methods of instruction | ATS believes in a holistic training for each student in the development of their skills, character and spiritual qualities. There are lectures (with teacher-student, student-student interactions), book studies, actual translations and recitation, assigned readings, mentoring, internship, and team projects. Through care groups and recreational activities among the ATS community, the seminary aims to help in developing unity and social skills among the students. |
| Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) | Regular class time for each subject is 3 hours per week. Some Biblical Language subjects are usually split into two sessions(with 1.5 hours per session) per week. |
| Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) | varies |
| Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). | varies |
| Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) | 10 |
| Prerequisite Programmes | Research & Writing and at least one Care Group |
| Other Prerequisites | Pass ATS Admission Exam |
| Qualifications gained | Graduate Diploma in Biblical Languages |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | - |
| Programme Accredited by | ATA (Asia) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | ATESEA |
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