Baltic Methodist Theological Seminary Applied Higher Education in Theology Curriculum 1. Name of the program (in Estonian) USUTEADUS 2. Name of the program (in English) Theology 3. Higher education study level Applied higher education 4. Form of studies Full-time 5. Educational institution Baltic Methodist Theological Seminary 6. Study load ECTS = European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System's credit point 180 ECTS 7. Nominal duration 3 years 8. Program group Theology 9. Program code in the Estonian Education Information System (EHIS) 10. Language(s) of instruction English 11. Other languages required for attaining the learning outcomes 12. First registration of the program 13. Date of approval of the current version of the curriculum in the educational institution New Testament Greek June 14, 2013 14. Entrance requirements Secondary education or its equivalent 15. Curriculum (major) specialty (or specialties) and their load (ECTS) 16. Minor specialty(ies) and other specializations in the curriculum and their load (ECTS) Theology, 180 ECTS None 17. Objectives of the program To create opportunities to gain broadbased theoretical knowledge in Theology To ensure the acquisition of theoretical and practical skills for ordained ministry and for professions which require foundational knowledge in theology. To integrate theory and practice so that the
acquired knowledge and skills could create prerequisites for lifelong learning and competency in one s profession. 18. outcomes Upon completion of the curriculum the student will have an overview of church history and comprehend different theological issues and fields; will be familiar with the basic content of the Bible, its sociocultural context and will be able to find its associations with the contemporary context; will be able to apply the knowledge gained at the Seminary in personal life, Christian ministry and in broader social context. will be capable of communicating with different target groups by taking initiative and displaying teamwork and argumentation skills will be able to appreciate the importance of lifelong learning for personal development. 19. Name(s) of the diploma or academic degree(s) received upon graduation Applied Higher Education Diploma in Theology 20. Documents issued upon graduation Diploma, Supplement 21. Brief description of the curriculum structure 22. Options for completing the curriculum 23. Requirements for completing the curriculum 24. Additional information www.emkts.ee General Disciplines (6 ECP) Systematic Theology (28 ECP) Biblical Studies (43 ECP) Church History (20 ECP) Practical Theology (46 ECP) Apprenticeship (18 EAP) Electives (10 ECP) Diploma Paper (9 ECP) The student has to achieve pass grades in all subjects of the curriculum, defend the diploma paper and have no financial debts towards the BMTS. STUDY PROGRAM STRUCTURE AND LOAD, OBJECTIVES, LEARNING OUTCOMES Name of the Module ECTS: 6 General courses
Responsible lecturer: Anne Saluraid, MTheol Objectives To form social communicative competence. will be able to use different databases, academic literature and appropriate methodologies for conducting academic research Assessment criteria: requirements are specified in the course syllabi YLD301 Mother Tongue 2 YLD302 Academic Writing 2 YLD303 Bible Study Aids 1 2 Name of the Module ECTS: 28 Systematic Theology Vastutav õppejõud: Ingmar Kurg, PhD Objectives To provide an overview of the nature, purpose, and subject areas of theology as a science; of the terminology necessary for discussing theology; of Christian principles for ethical worldview. will have a systematic overview of the fundamentals, subject areas, terminology, objectives, methodologies and theories of theology; will be able to use theological terminology, will know key authors and comprehend main issues of theology; will be capable of presenting reasoned arguments on his/her theological positions, discuss them on the basis of the Biblical faith tradition and Christian cultural tradition; SYT301 Introduction to Theology 1 3 SYT302 Systematic Theology 1 6 SYT303 Foundations of Wesleyan Theology 3 SYT304 Introduction to Philosophy 1 3 SYT305 Comparative Religion 1 3 SYT306 Apologetics 2 SYT307 Ethics 3 SYT308 Cultural Anthropology 3 SYT309 Introduction to Missiology 1 2 Name of the Module: Biblical Studies The Old and New Testaments Responsible Lecturer: Anne Saluraid, MTheol; Tatjana Semjonova, MTheol ECTS: 43
Objectives To provide an overview of the formation of the OT and NT books. To understand the socio-cultural context of the Biblical era and compare it to the modern era. To provide an understanding of the hermeneutical principles. To teach the usage of Bible study methods. To develop OT and NT reading skills at a basic level in the original language. To give guidence for applying the acquired knowledge in practical ministry. will know the Biblical books, their formation and historical context; will be capable of applying Bible study methods and understand hermeneutical principles; will have elementary knowledge of the New Testament Greek; will be able to relate the Biblical message to the contemporary religious and sociocultural context and apply it in practical ministry. PIO301 New Testament Survey 4 PIO302 Inductive Bible Study: Mark 1 3 PIO303 Inductive Bible Study: Romans 1 2 PIO304 New Testament Inductive Study Practicum 1 2 PIO305 New Testament Theology 1 3 PIO306 New Testament Greek 1 6 PIO307 New Testament Exegesis 1 4 PIO308 Old Testament Survey 4 PIO309 Inductive Bible Study: Exodus 1 2 PIO310 Old Testament Prophets 2 2 PIO311 Inductive Bible Study: Wisdom Literature and Poetry 2 2 PIO312 Old Testament Theology 4 PIO313 Biblical Hermeneutics I 2 PIO314 Biblical Hermeneutics II 3 Name of the Module: Church History Responsible Lecturer: Ingmar Kurg, PhD ECTS: 20 Objectives To introduce the birth and historical development of the church; the historical development of Christianity in Estonia; the history of the Methodist Church. will know the main periods of the historical development of the church; will understand the historical context the development of the
denominational diversity and the foundations of ecumenism. KIL301 Church History from Early Christianity to Reformation 1 5 KIL302 Church History from Reformation to the Present Day 1 5 KIL303 Estonian Church History 1 3 KIL304 Methodist Church History 3 KIL305 Denominational Studies and Ecumenism 1 4 Name of the Module: Practical Theology ECTS 46 Responsible Lecturer: Meeli Tankler, DMin Objectives To give practical knowledge and skills for ministry in the church and society and reflect theologically on different areas of Christian ministry. to give an experience of integrating theological knowledge and Christian ministry. To develop personally and socially responsible ethical attitudes. To develop the ability to participatipate in the life of the sociaty expressing Christian worldview and ethics. will be able to practice the acquired skills in church, Christian organisations and in wider society; will know and implement the foundations of counselling, diaconal ministry and pastoral leadership; will be capable of planning and conducting worship services; will be able to express his/her theological knowledge and ethical views orally and in writing; PRT301 Lifelong 1 3 PRT302 Introduction to Psychology 1 2 PRT303 Practical Communication Psychology 1 2 PRT304 Foundations of Pastoral Care and Counselling 1 6 PRT305 Evangelism and Discipleship 1 3 PRT306 Church Growth and Church Planting 1 3 PRT307 Theology and Practice of Worship 3+3 PRT308 Homiletics and Homiletics Practicum 1 3+2 PRT309 Foundations of Pastoral Leadership 1 4 PRT310 Foundations of Diaconal Ministry 1 3 PRT311 Spiritual Formation Seminars 1 3+3+3
Name of the Module: Ministry Practicum ECTS: 18 Responsible Lecturer: Anne Saluraid, MTheol Objectives To give experiences for practical ministry in church and society. has an overview of the history of the practice base, its current ministry and structure; has acquired basic knowledge and hands-on experience about day-to-day ministry in church, social outreach, mission, organizing camps etc.; is able to set goals for working in different ministry areas; is able to analyze his/her activities and accept consctructive critique for improving his/her performance. PRA301 Ministry Practicum I: Observation 6 PRA302 Ministry Practicum II: Practical Ministry 6 PRA303 Ministry Practicum III: Specialised Ministry 6 Name of the Module: Elective ECTS: 10 Responsible Lecturer: Meeli Tankler, PhD Objectives To complement compulsory subjects with in depth knowledge in certain subject areas. will have in depth knowledge on subjects of his/her choice. VAL301 Methodist Spirituality and Social Doctrine 1 2 VAL302 Finno-Ugric Culture and Religion 1 2 VAL303 St. Paul s Mission Strategies 1 2 VAL304 Youth Work in Church 1 2 VAL305 Group Work in Church 1 2 VAL306 Psychology of Religion 1 2 VAL307 Family Counselling 1 2 VAL308 Christian Media 1 2 VAL309 Foundations of Chaplaincy 1 2 VAL310 Old Testament Hebrew 1 2 VAL311 Sociology of Religion 1 2 VAL312 English 2 VAL313 Estonian as a Second Language 2 VAL314 Women in Biblical Era Context 1 2 VAL315 Pastoral Care of Children and Youth 1 2
VAL316 Lutheran Theology 1 2 VAL317 Orthodox Culture and Religion 1 2 VAL318 Old Testament Characters 2 VAL319 Contemporary Theology 1 2 Name of the Module: Diploma Paper ECTS: 9 Responsible Lecturer: Ingmar Kurg, PhD Objectives To give general skills for research, writing and formatting the diploma paper. will be able to conduct research according to the requirements, to analyse data and relate theory(ies) to practice; will be abele to integrate knowledge and skills acquired during previous study; will be capable of writing the paper according to academic requirements; will be capable of presenting the paper orally, with reasoning and explanations. Assessment methods: oral defence of the paper, open to the public, and evaluated by an academic committee. Assessment criteria: accordance of the paper with the Diploma Paper Guidelines; quality of the oral defence; supervisor s and reviewer s evaluations. DIT301 Foundations of Scientific Research 3 DIT302 Diploma Paper 6 1 Simultaneous interpreting from Estonian into English 2 Simultaneous interpreting from Russian into English