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Foundation Programme

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The purpose of the foundation programme is to offer students experiential knowledge of the Bible and to prepare them for a higher programme of study.

The course is custom-made for new converts and those who wish to deepen their understanding of biblical studies.

Planning your Foundation study

Duration

The programme runs for 24 weekends (only Saturdays).

Study commitment

Tutor/student contact hour per week is 4 (This includes student independent learning).

Entry requirements

Proficiency in English. No other entry qualifications required.

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  • How is Foundation currently delivered?
  • Is Foundation available, and when is the next intake?
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Programme content

The first 12 weeks

  • The Bible and its relevance in the twnety first century.
  • God’s creation and the origin of mankind.
  • The study of the Book of Genesis and central themes
  • Primeval History (from Adam to Abraham)
  • Patriarchal History (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph and their Families)
  • Hamartiology – the study of the nature and effects of sin
  • The Seed of the Woman
  • The Scarlet Thread of Redemption.
  • The Law and Grace
  • Soteriology – the study of salvation through Christ

The next 12 weeks

  • Cardinal gifts (eternal life, righteousness and the gift of the Holy Spirit) and their relevance to the believer
  • Ministry gifts/Soteriology and fruit of the Spirit:
    • Justification
    • Sanctification
    • Baptisms
    • Discipleship
    • Evangelism
    • Pastoral ministry
  • Kingdom Principles (Jesus’ teachings about the Kingdom of God - The Sermon on the Mount and the parables of Jesus regarding the Kingdom)
  • Homiletics (the art/method of presenting/preaching God’s Word in the most effective way
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Assessment

The assessment for the Foundation Programme will be entirely based on coursework (assignments) related to topics covered in the programme. These assignments will involve applying knowledge and interpretive skills to help understand biblical truths. The grading criteria will be organised as follows: Distinction, Merit, Pass, and Referral (refer to the grading descriptor in sections 12.0 to 12.5).

On successful completion

Students will have a life changing experience and be able to demonstrate insightful knowledge and understanding of the relevance of the Bible in today’s world, God’s creation and the origin of man, Primeval and Patriarchal histories. Similarly, the student will be able to distinguish and interpret differing impacts of biblical principles and concepts as well as demonstrate the variety of skills, including information gathering, relevant and specific to problem solving in Christianity.

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