?????Summary and explanation of undergraduate programmes?

?The following diagram offers a representation of the undergraduate bachelor’s degree programmes in the Faculty of Theology, as well as the requirements with regard to Hebrew and Greek. The blocks under BTh programmes display the three fields of study. The three extended curriculum programmes that can be followed are set out in the blocks under extended curriculum programmes.?

BTh programme (NQF level 7)

Mission???

?Students and staff function as co-participants in this programme to develop in students the skills to reflect critically and theologically on the South African, African and global context. The programme strives for an engaging learning environment that fosters diverse, transformative and critical theological abilities. Once you have participated in this programme, you will have developed intercultural skills and the ability to discern social relevance.

?Target Group

? Students who would like to become involved in diverse contexts in a church, community or institution from a theological perspective. 

? Denominations or churches who employ ministers, persons who minister to children, youth workers or community workers. Greek and Hebrew are not required. 

? Students who want to undergo general theological training or to specialise in youth work; the Faculty of Theology will issue on request a declaration that you have specialised in youth work.

Specific Admission Requirements??

?In addition to meeting the requirements for university admission, the following specific admission requirements for studying in the Faculty of Theology apply: 

? An average final mark of at least 60% for the National Senior Certificate, excluding Life Orientation. 

? A weighted average for the National Senior Certificate (approved subjects) of 60% or higher, if you do not have Theology as first choice; OR if you apply for Theology during the registration period.

Closing Date for Applications??

You must apply before 30 September of the year preceding your studies?

?Duration of Programme

The duration of the programme is three years of full-time study.?

??Continued Study Possibilities?

This programme leads to the Postgraduate Diplomas in Theology, the MTh programmes, and the MPhil programmes in the Faculty of Theology

For more information on admission to the postgraduate programme you are considering, please consult the relevant postgraduate programme’s details in the “Postgraduate Programmes” chapter in this Yearbook Part? Click Here?.

?Programme Outcomes

?After completion of this programme, you will: 

? be able to think theologically about the South African and African contexts, and realise how complex they are; 

? be a thought leader who knows what is relevant to the society in which you find yourself and who can function in various cultures, which allows you to work effectively with others and enter into dialogue with various Christian theological theories that you encounter, and integrate them into a whole, and promote ethical decision-making in churches and communities; 

? interpret religious texts such as the Bible from a theological understanding, which enables you to enter into critical and theological dialogue about issues such as reconciliation, equality, justice and peace. You will have the ability to function as a leader in different faith communities because you know how to approach personal management and problem-solving from a theological perspective. 

?Programme Structure?

?A minimum number of students have to register for a module for the module to be presented. Although Hebrew and Greek are not compulsory, you may take them as elective modules. Besides the theological core curriculum, certain theological as well as non-theological elective modules are also relevant for training of community ministers, leaders in religious communities, such as youth workers, and people rendering service to those in need. You can take elective modules in Theology or in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. In the BTh, focus area General, you may choose electives other than the ones listed, should you wish to pursue a postgraduate programme that requires undergraduate subjects not on the list of electives. The total number of credits must be at least equal to that required for the BTh programme, focus area General. This also applies to the BTh extended curriculum programme (ECP), focus area General, from your second year of study if you demonstrate satisfactory academic performance in your first year of study. However, the following conditions apply: 

? Permission must be granted by the Dean in consultation with the Chair of the Programme Committee. 

? You must ensure that you comply with the minimum requirements for the relevant modules. 

? You must adhere to the SU rules regarding class and assessment clashes. 

? You must take responsibility for the management of your own timetable and assessment schedule. ??

How to communicate with the Faculty 

Contact details of the Faculty of Theology 

Direct specific enquiries related to the Faculty to the following address: 

Faculty of Theology 

Stellenbosch 万博体育官网 

Private Bag X1 MATIELAND 

7602

Physical address and contact details of the Dean’s office 

Dean’s physical address 

Room 1024 

Faculty of Theology 

171 Dorp Street Stellenbosch ?

?General enquiries 

Ms M Brand / Ms M Williams 021 808 3255 mariekeb@sun.ac.za?

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