Master Of Christian Studies
Master Of Christian Studies (MCS)
A two-year programme which aims to provide a solid theological foundation for lay leaders. Candidates can continue on to an MDiv, or ordained ministry training, if desired.
Admission Requirements:
- A baptised church member, 19 years of age or above, with sound mental health, proven learning ability and good interpersonal skills, actively committed to church ministry.
- A recognised university degree or equivalent.
| Biblical Exposition | 21 | |
|---|---|---|
| BIB1015 | Biblical Exegesis and Hermeneutics | 3 |
| OLT1015 | OT Survey 1 | 3 |
| OLT1016 | OT Survey 2 | 3 |
| NET1015 | NT Survey 1 | 3 |
| NET1016 | NT Survey 2 | 3 |
| LAN1020 | Biblical Greek 1 | 3 |
| LAN1010 | Introduction to Biblical Hebrew Language | 3 |
| LAN1021 | *Elective 1: Biblical Greek 2 | E |
| Theology | 9 | |
|---|---|---|
| THE1020 | Theology 1 | 3 |
| THE1021 | Theology 2 | 3 |
| THE2010 | Christian Ethnics | 3 |
| History | 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| HIS1011 | World Christianity after 1500 | 3 |
| HIS2010 | Christianity in Malaysia/or country of origin of student | 2 |
| Pastoral | 10 | |
|---|---|---|
| PAS3010 | Introduction to Pastoral Care and Counselling | 3 |
| PAS1010 | Christian Spirituality | or |
| PAS1030 | Worship and Liturgy | or |
| PAS2030 | Marriage and Family Ministry & Counselling | or |
| PAS1020 | Homiletics 1 | 2 |
| PAS2020 | Homiletics 2 | 2 |
| PAS3015 | Discipleship and Leadership Development | 3 |
| Christian Education | 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| CED2025 | Ministry To Children & Adolescence | 3 |
| CED2035 | Ministry To Youth & Adults ( or CED2025 ) | or |
| CED2050 | Curriculum Development & Teaching | 3 |
| Mission | 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| MIS1010 | Mission and Evangelism 1 | 3 |
| Community | 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| THE3020 | Church and Society | 3 |
| SOC1030 | Social Concern and Services | or |
| Others | 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| THE3020 | English for Theology | 3 |
| Non-GPA | 16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory | ||
| Field Education | 4 | |
| Choir / Choral | 1 | |
| English Reading and Conversation (for CD and BM) / English Language Studies (for ED) | 3 | |
| Spiritual Discipline and Character Formation | 4 | |
| Seminar / Workshop ( R = Required, E = Elective) | ||
| SEM1011 | Research and Writing | R1 |
| SEM1012 | Interpersonal Relations Skills | R1 |
| SEM1013 | Public Speaking | E1 |
| SEM1014 | Financial Stewardship and Management | E1 |
| SEM1015 | Sunday School Teachers Training | E1 |
| SEM1016 | Contemporary Issues in Mission | R1 |
| SEM1017 | Community Development | E1 |
| SEM1018 | Selected Social Ministry or Counselling | E1 |