African Christian College exists to glorify God by equipping students for excellent service in God’s kingdom. Out of this mission grows a vision of a transformed continent through the power of God and well-prepared leaders.
Our Bachelor of Theology degree is our flagship programme and has earned dual accreditation. Graduates of this programme are well-equipped as transformative leaders for Africa. We take our African context seriously and believe learning involves practice not just theory.
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Next Intake: 12 May 2025
Application Deadline: 31 March 2025
Theology Programme Details
Programme Purpose
Bachelor of Theology degree equips transformational leaders for the church and community. All our learning goals grew from this central idea.
21st Century Core
We believe every graduate — no matter what their discipline — should be an excellent communicator, manage finances well, be entrepreneurial, and know the basics of living healthy. All students complete these core learning experiences.
For an African Context
Effective learning happens in a specific place and time. Our programme prepares students to thrive in the churches, families, workplaces, and communities of Africa.
Delivery & Timeline
This is a fully-residential programme. Students (and their spouses and young children) live on campus during their studies over four years.
Learning is organised into three, 12-week trimesters annually: May to August, September to December, January to April.
Accreditation
Yes, this programme is accredited. Our Bachelor of Theology programme has earned accreditation from two reputable agencies ensuring our BTh degree is globally recognised:
- Association for Christian Theological Education in Africa (ACTEA)
- Eswatini Higher Education Council (ESHEC)
Enrolment
The next intake for this programme is 12 May 2025 and the deadline to apply is 31 March 2025. Student Orientation takes place the week before classes begin. A 500 ZAR enrollment fee is required from all accepted students.
African Christian College Prospectus
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Programme Outline
The Bachelor of Theology degree programme is a residential, four-year study organised into 12-week trimesters. The specific learning modules are listed by category.
21st Century Core Courses
Academic Research & Writing
Technology Skills
Community Health
Human Development
Cultural Anthropology
Social Psychology
Conflict Resolution
Ukwazi Experience & Capstone
Biblical Studies Courses
OId Testament Survey
New Testament Survey
Life & Teachings of Christ
Biblical Narrative
Old Testament Textual Study I, II
New Testament Textual Studies I, II
Textual Study: Revelation
Hermeneutics
Theology Courses
African Christian Theology I, II, III
Christianity, Culture, & ATR
Christian Ethics
World Religions
History of Global Christianity
African Church History
Ministry Courses
Spiritual Formation
Personal Evangelism
Church Growth
Homiletics
Pastoral Counselling
Ministry Leadership
Educational Programmes
Ministry Practicum
Leadership Courses
Leadership Foundations
Entrepreneurship
Project Leadership
Change Leadership
Financial Accountability
Communication in Organisations
At African Christian College, I discovered my true calling in ministry. I am a well-equipped missionary, discipleship facilitator, and evangelist across Southern Africa and East Africa with Gospel Share Missions.
– Bright Himakampa III / 2015 Graduate / Zambia