Course Overview

These courses offer a great foundation in theological education as a preparation for Christian service. With full-time and flexible part-time routes available the Certificate can be studied over one year (full-time) or two years (part-time). The Diploma can be studied over two years (full-time) or up to four years (part-time).

Methods of Assessment

We try to include a wide variety of assessment methods throughout our programmes. Types of formative (non-credit bearing) assessment include individual tutorials, on-site visits, group discussions, written and oral feedback on essays. Our Summative (credit-bearing) assessments include research essays, case studies, group projects, individual projects, placement assessment (portfolios, reflections), book reviews, and a limited number of module examinations.

Employment Outcomes

The Dip HE in Theology provides a solid foundation for ministry. Past graduates have gone on to service in pastoral ministry or has equipped lay people in their local church and community.

The Diploma of Higher Education in Theology: Youth Ministry pathway is suited for those who want to be equipped for Youth Work, but do not feel the desire to pursue a full degree for national recognition. Past graduates have gone into roles as church youth workers.

Teaching and Learning Methods

NTC offers small class sizes, with classes ranging from 5 to 35 students. Most classes run in a weekly format, and are complemented by intensive sessions in January and May. Youth Ministry students also have a September intensive week each year. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars and class discussions, oral presentations, group work, individual tutorials, directed reading, case studies, individual supervision, and student-led seminars. Students on the Youth Ministry pathway also have a placement throughout their Diploma that contribute to one-quarter of their programme of study.