Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | Bachelor of Ministry (Korean Language) | |
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Qualification Type | Bachelor Degree | |
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Level | 7 | |
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Credits | 360 | |
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
The purpose of this qualification is to provide:
A sound theological undergraduate qualification to meet the increasing demand of the Pentecostal constituency for ministry education; A qualification used by students who also achieve other professional degrees because they want to construct a robust Christian worldview that will enhance their service in their chosen profession; A qualification that articulates into higher level ministry and theological qualifications; Korean NZ Residents with opportunity to obtain theological education in NZ using their primary language. This may be for any of the following purposes: - to obtain a qualification required for ministry employment in churches, mission organisations or other Christian ministry agencies in NZ or overseas. - to obtain skills and knowledge required for volunteering in a wide range of Christian agencies in NZ or overseas. to obtain an undergraduate degree as a basis for carrying on to postgraduate study and research in NZ or overseas - |
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Graduate profile |
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
Demonstrate a deep knowledge of Christian history, doctrine and tradition; Analyse and interpret the biblical text, using sound hermeneutical methods, as a core document of the Christian faith with consideration for the contemporary application of the text; Explain and communicate a Christian worldview, with particular emphasis on the role of the gospel in providing an ethical framework for personal living; Demonstrate skills in critical thinking and self-directed research, using a range of sources and methods; Discuss and analyse contemporaneous topics, issues and challenges impacting on Christian ministry and the Pentecostal community and create solutions to these challenges; Demonstrate breadth and complexity of professional ministry skills pertinent to engagement with congregational communities, including Maori Christians; Collaborate with the broader community of Christian ministers and community leaders to provide appropriate collegia |
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Education pathways |
The Level 7 undergraduate degree programme aims to provide students with knowledge and skills with which to collect, analyse, organize, summarize and critically evaluate information on a broad range of topics and contemporary issues in Christian Theology and ministry from a wide range of sources.
It is designed to prepare graduates for ministry or help people already in ministry and leadership, focusing on spiritual formation as well as practical aspects of ministry. |
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Entry Requirements |
Candidates must meet requirements for academic capability, Korean language proficiency and age requirements. 5.1.1. Academic Requirements
* NZ Citizens and Permanent Residents Candidates for the BCMin (Korean Language) may have been educated in New Zealand or Korea. If educated in New Zealand the candidate will meet requirement A (University Entrance) or requirement B (Mature Age). If educated in Korea the candidate must meet requirement C. A. NZ University Entrance Requirements B. Mature Age Entry A person who does not hold a university entrance qualification but who is a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident and is aged 20+ years on or before the first day of semester in which a proposed programme of study is offered is eligible to apply for Special Admission. C. Korean University Entrance Evidence of previous tertiary qualifications; or Candidates need to provide their Scholastic Ability Test (SAT) results. Candidates with a combined result greater than 60% will be accepted. Candidates with a lower result may apply for consideration in which they will present a selection of results from secondary education. * Language Requirements NZ Citizens and Permanent Residents Candidates must provide evidence for at least one of the following criteria: 1. Native Korean speaker with education in Korea to secondary level and with University Entrance to a Korean University 2. Completion of a degree programme in Korean Language at a recognized Korean University 3. A certificate in the Test Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) Level 4 or above Korean International Students: Candidates must provide evidence for the following criterion: 1. Native Korean speaker with education in Korea to secondary level and with University Entrance to a Korean University |
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Education Organisation | Alphacrucis Limited | |
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Developed By | Alphacrucis Limited | |
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |
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Number | 3851 | |
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Status | Current | |
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Created | 2018-06-12 10:45:18.0 | |
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Last Reviewed | 2021-09-28 11:55:59.0 | |
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Next Review | 2027-09-05 00:00:00.0 | |
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Content |
Prepare students to make appropriate choices by applying biblical knowledge, and other Christian perspectives and understanding to situations in daily life.
Equip students to understand and communicate biblical content and Christian worldview. Enable students to apply concepts and principles drawn from systematic and coherent bodies of knowledge to a wide range of day-to-day ministry and Christian leadership situations, where appropriate skills of insight, analysis, communication and problem solving are integrated and applied. Develop students' intellectual acumen sufficiently for the pursuit and evaluation of relevant research, and for understanding, evaluating and responding to new information, concepts and evidence from a wide range of sources. Develop skills in collaboration, interpersonal interaction, and leadership appropriate to Christian ministry and/or team-based learning. Exercise initiative and informed judgement in applying knowledge and skills to challenges and expectations of ministry and as appropriate, supervising and organising the activities of others. Prepare students to exercise self-discipline in study and express academic knowledge, understanding and applications in a clear, coherent and well-reasoned manner and thereby encourage students to embrace and pursue lifelong learning . |
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