Asian Theological Seminary
Programme Detail: Master of Divinity in Christian Education
| Language of this entry | English (UK, International) |
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| Name of Programme / Training Resource | Master of Divinity in Christian Education |
| Type of Training | Programme with multiple subsidiary courses |
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| Description | The Master of Divinity in Christian Education is designed to prepare students for leadership in church and para-church educational programs. It enables students to formulate a biblical philosophy of education, understand principles of the teaching-learning process, and develop skills and values essential for teaching and administering educational programs in various settings. Key objectives of this concentration include holistic formation (academic, spiritual, and professional) and praxis (the integration of theory and practice). This may be taken as a part-time or full-time student. |
| Keywords | Christian Education, Seminary Training, Bible, Teaching, Curriculum Development |
| Languages Programme Available in | English (USA) |
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| Country and region where programme is available | Philippines / Manila (National Capital Region) |
| Area of Ministry and Focus | Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Ethics; Bible Teaching and Training / Discipling and Training Others; Bible Teaching and Training / Preaching and Communication Skills; Bible Teaching and Training / Biblical Languages; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Youth and Students Ministry; Pastoral Encouragement and Counselling / Women's Ministry; Personal Life and Holiness / Fellowship and Interpersonal Skills |
| Residential/Non Residential | Mixed |
| Full-time or Part-time | Full-time |
| Level | Masters |
| Cost Range | Variable according to means |
| Actual Cost | $ 41 per unit (tuition fee only) |
| 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, 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 three Care Groups Should obtain and undergraduate degree |
| Other Prerequisites | Pass ATS Admission Exam Recommendation from Church or Christian Organization |
| Qualifications gained | Master of Divinity in Christian Education |
| Qualifications this programme is part of | - |
| Programme Accredited by | ATA (Asia) |
| Other Accrediting Bodies | ATESEA |
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