Information Booklet 2016 Dumisani Theological Institute & Bible School Bringing Evangelical & Reformed Theological Education to the Eastern Cape, South Africa Information Booklet for 2016 Non-Profit Company (NPC) Number 2002/025719/08 Approved Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) in terms of Section 18A Registration Number 9541624145 Directors: LM Jacobsz (Chairman); TDM Mnqaba; M Sauka; P De Bruyn; JC Whytock (Acting Principal) 1
GENERAL INFORMATION CONSTITUTION / DOCTRINAL POSITION Dumisani Theological Institute and Bible School operates under the direction of a Board of Governors, representing the following churches: The Free Church in Southern Africa, The Free Church of Scotland, The Gereformeerde Kerk East London, and The Gereformeerde Kerk imonti. The doctrinal position of Dumisani Theological Institute and Bible School is that reflected in The Belgic Confession, The Canons of Dort and The Heidelberg Catechism; and The Westminster Confession of Faith and its Catechisms. In accordance with government legislation, Dumisani is an Association Incorporated under Section 21 of the Companies Act (Registration Number 2002 / 025719 /08), the Board of Governors serving as Directors. AIM / MISSION STATEMENT / ETHOS Dumisani Theological Institute and Bible School aims to: (1) provide high quality theological education and training, based on the Bible and the historical Reformed Confessions, for those who feel called to ministry in the Church of Jesus Christ; (2) provide Christian education and leadership training for elders, lay preachers and other Christian workers; (3) aid the growth of the South African Church through the provision of suitable Christian literature, Sunday School syllabi, and Bible Study by Correspondence. ADDRESS, TELEPHONE, FACSIMILE, E-MAIL, OFFICE HOURS Dumisani Theological Institute and Bible School e-mail: admin.dumisani@gmail.com web: www.dumisani.org Street Address: 18 Leopold Street King William s Town 5601 South Africa Postal Address: PO Box 681 King William s Town 5600 South Africa Telephone: +27 (0)43 642 4737 Fax: +27 (0)86 509 7406 Office Hours 08h00 17h00 Monday to Thursday 08h00 13h00 Friday Library Hours 08h00 17h00 Monday to Thursday 08h00 13h00 Friday
Information Booklet 2016 PERSONNEL Full-time Academic Staff (Rev Dr) Jack Whytock, BA, DipCS, MTS, MTh, PhD (Acting Principal) Dr Whytock is a Canadian and minister of the Free Church of Scotland in Prince Edward Island. He is married to Nancy and they have four children. (Rev Dr) Greg Phillips, LTh, BAHons, MA, PhD (Acting Academic Dean) Dr Phillips is a Zimbabwean Baptist minister, married to Carol, with two daughters. He specialises in Old and New Testament studies. (Mrs) Nancy Whytock, BA, CBS, MA (Librarian) Mrs Whytock is a Canadian. She is the Dumisani Librarian and also teaches skills courses in the areas of College-level English, Computer Skills and College-level Learning Skills. She is married to Jack and they have four children. Part-time Academic Staff (Rev) Wayne Grätz, BTh, BAHons, MA Rev Gratz is an Elder at a South African Baptist Church. He is also a qualified teacher employed at a school in King William s Town. Having been employed full-time at Dumisani for four years, he now continues to serve as a part-time lecturer and is the Communications Officer. (Rev Dr) Paul de Bruyn, BTh, BThHons, MDiv, MTh, PhD Dr de Bruyn is the pastor of the East London Reformed Church and has served for 14 years in pastoral ministry in Namibia and South Africa. His PhD is in church leadership. (Rev) John Koning, LTh, BThHons, MA Rev John Koning is the pastor of Grace Bible Church, East London. He is a former lecturer of the Bible Institute of South Africa at Kalk Bay and was also involved in campus ministry at UCT. Currently he is doing a PhD in church planting in South Africa. Full-time Administrative Staff (Mrs) Hlalanathi Mathiso (Receptionist and Assistant Administrator) Mrs Mathiso has particular responsibility as receptionist for administrative assistance for student records and finances, and oversees the Correspondence programme and printing of Christian literature. Hlalanathi is a member of the Clubview Free Church. Part-time Administrative Staff (Mrs) Shelley Lombard Mrs Lombard is Registrar of the Institute, with particular responsibility for finance and academic administration. She is married to Deon and they have three married daughters and two granddaughters. 3
LIBRARY All students are encouraged to make use of our library facility and can receive help from the librarian with locating materials, whether books or online resources. Fee for borrowing Number of books at one time Borrowing period BTh/AMS/CCF Student No additional fee Six (6) Two (2) weeks Short Course Student R200 deposit refundable Two (2) Two (2) weeks Private User* No borrowing privileges none none * Please Note: Private Users pay an annual fee of R200. This provides access to our library facility and materials during library hours but does not allow for any borrowing privileges. A completed application, R200 and a small photo are required (ID size).
Information Booklet 2016 WHAT WE OFFER Dumisani offers: Individual Short Courses The Certificate of Christian Foundations (CCF) The Advanced Ministry Studies (AMS) Dumisani facilitates: The North-West University Bachelor of Theology degree (BTh) The Certificate of Christian Foundations (CCF) is a non-accredited programme designed to equip students for service in the church and community. It requires one year full-time, or two years part-time study. The CCF consists of completing twelve courses, some as mandatory, and some as electives. These are the same courses available as Short Courses. (A separate one-page leaflet is available giving full details on the CCF.) The Advanced Ministry Studies (AMS) is a non-accredited programme designed to equip students for ordination to pastoral ministry. It requires two years full-time, or four years part-time study. It consists of completing the equivalent of a minimum of 200 credits of the BTh programme, and has its own assessment and evaluation. The Bachelor of Theology (BTh) is a North-West University degree accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training. Dumisani will function as an Open Learning Centre for the Faculty of Theology of the Potchefstroom Campus of North-West University and facilitates the learning of students on their behalf. The BTh is designed to equip students for a wide range of Church Ministry opportunities. It is a three-year full-time programme which part-time students may complete in five years, or in six years upon application for an extension. It consists of completing a total of 32 modules and includes instruction in the biblical languages and other non-theological subjects such as philosophy and academic literacy. (The full curriculum is tabled on page 8). Please note: (a) The Basic Ministry Studies (BMS) programme will be phased out at the end of 2016. (b) All CCF courses may also be taken as individual Short Courses. (c) All classes and seminars held on campus are conducted in English and all written assignments, tests and examinations must be written in English. METHODS OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: The lecturer/facilitator s aim is not merely to transfer knowledge, but to guide and assist the process of learning by the students. The lecturers/facilitators may use a variety of methods of presentation and assessment appropriate to the subject. Students are required to prepare themselves for each class. This includes prior study of the indicated 5
reading materials and completion of required tasks. Formal written assignments also form part of the learning process, as do class tests and final examinations. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Application The appropriate Application Form must be completed by all candidates for each of the programmes. This applies to students taking up Dumisani programmes or the NWU BTh programme for the first time. Application Forms may be obtained from the Offices of Dumisani Theological Institute and Bible School. Applications for the Certificate of Christian Foundations will normally only be considered from holders of a Senior Leaving Certificate (Grade 12) but exemptions may be made on the grounds of recognition of prior (experiential) learning. Applications for Advanced Ministry Studies will normally only be considered from those who are able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the whole field of Christian studies and the ability to study on their own. Typically, a pass in our Certificate of Christian Foundations or similar basic studies at another Institution qualifies a person for entering this programme. Applicants for the Bachelor of Theology must: Possess the required qualifications for university entrance (Matric exemption or conditional exemption on the basis of qualifications or age). Successfully complete the North-West University application process. Successfully complete the interview process at Dumisani. Supporting documents No application will be considered without submission of the following: ID document / Passport, School Leaving Certificate, Other higher education certificates, Passport photos four for BTh applicants; three for other applicants. Original documents must be submitted for scrutiny. Interview: Consideration of applications will normally include an interview. This interview will deal with practical matters, the applicant s academic standing, English proficiency and spiritual experience. All applicants must be able to demonstrate reasonable competence in written and spoken English. The right of admission to study at Dumisani Theological Institute is finally reserved by the Principal and the teaching staff, under the supervision of the Governing Board. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that their church or denomination agrees to their studying at Dumisani and that the courses which are offered by Dumisani are acceptable to their church.
Information Booklet 2016 Registration All new and continuing students MUST register for the specific Courses or Modules they are committing to take during the academic year / semester / term in question (see closing dates on the following page). Students may choose to drop one or more courses/modules following registration, but full fees will only be reimbursed if a formal written request to drop given courses/modules is received by the Registrar by the end of Week 2 of the classes in question. Closing dates for applications and registrations CCF/Short Course Normal Application/Registration Late Application/Registration First Term 22 nd January 2016 5 th February 2016 Second Term 18 th March 2016 9 th April 2016 Third Term 24 th June 2016 15 th July 2016 Fourth Term 26 th August 2016 2 nd September AMS Normal Application/Registration Late Application/Registration First Semester 22 nd January 2016 5 th February 2016 Second Semester 24 th June 2016 15 th July 2016 BTh Application Registration First Semester 30 th October 2015 31 st January 2016 Second Semester 31 st March 2016 15 th May 2016 BTh/AMS: Late applications/registrations are subject to an additional Fee of R200. Closing dates must be carefully noted and adhered to, and the appropriate fees must be submitted with application and registration (see details below). In any case, no student will be permitted to begin a course or module later than the second week of classes running. N.B. Students with outstanding fees will not normally be permitted to register. FEES FOR 2016 Programme Application (new applicants only) Registration (all new & returning students) Tuition BTh (full time) 650 1500 1250 (per module) BTh (part time) 650 1500 1250 (per module) AMS (full time) 500 600 650 (per module) AMS (part time) 500 600 650 (per module) CCF (full time) 100 100 400* (per course) CCF (part time) 100 100 400* (per course) Short Courses None None 400* (per course) * Inclusive of study material 7
Notes: Application Fees are non-refundable and must accompany the student s application form and supporting documentation. Registration Fees are paid annually and must be paid in full before a student may begin classes. BTh/AMS: Late Applications/Registrations are charged an additional Fee of R200 according to the closing dates given above. Matriculation Exemption fees of R500 must be paid by BTh candidates who need to apply for this Exemption. Responsibility for gaining matriculation exemption lies entirely with the applicant. Method of Payment: Signed payment arrangements must be made with the Registrar by the registration date. CCF and Short Course students: Normally tuition fees will be paid in monthly instalments at the beginning of each month for all CCF students. BTh and AMS students: One third of tuition fees must be paid by 31 st March. Two thirds of tuition fees must be paid by 31 st May. Full tuition fees must be paid by 17 th October 2016. Please Note: AMS and BTh students are strongly advised to adopt a monthly payment schedule. See Mrs. Mathiso in the office to discuss a monthly payment plan. Non-payment of fees will be treated very seriously. The Registrar is authorised to impose a variety of penalties. Students who have not paid the required fees by the required date may not be permitted to sit examinations, and may not be permitted to progress to the next semester. Results will not be released to any student (or any other body) if the required fees have not been paid by the required date. Bank details: Account Number: 52640008506 Account Name: Dumisani Theological Institute & Bible School Bank Name: First National Bank Branch/Sorting Code: 21 05 19 (King William s Town) Orientation A programme of orientation for ALL students (new and continuing students; full-time and part-time) will take place on Thursday, 28 th January 2016 at 4 pm in the Lecture Hall (12 Leopold Street). Timetables will be distributed to all students at the orientation event. All students must familiarise themselves with the Semester Dates and the Class Schedule and ensure that they attend all classes of the courses for which they are registered. Classes will begin from Monday, 1 st February 2016. The general pattern of classes for full-time (FT) and part-time (PT) students is: Programme Times of Classes CCF/Short FT Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: late morning, afternoon & evening PT Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 4.30pm to 6.30pm BTh/AMS FT Wednesday and Thursday: afternoon and evening Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings PT Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 4.30pm to 6.30pm All full-time students are expected to have at least 40 hours a week available for study. This includes contact sessions and personal study.
Information Booklet 2016 Certificate of Christian Foundations (CCF) This programme provides foundational teaching in key areas of Christian life, Skills, Bible, Ministry, and Christian Belief. It also provides a foundation for further theological studies. Students are required to complete eight core courses and four electives. Required Core Courses Foundations of the Christian Life Foundations of the Old Testament Foundations of the Life & Teaching of Jesus Foundations of Bible Study Principles Foundations of College-level English Foundations of Learning Foundations of Computer Skills Foundations of Christian Beliefs (Doctrine) Electives Foundations of Evangelism & Missions Foundations of Christian Public Speaking & Preaching Foundations of Church Leadership & Management Foundations of Biblical Counselling Foundations of Church History Foundations of Christian Teaching Foundations of Christian Ethics Foundations of Church Life 9
BTh in Church Ministry North-West University Open Learning Centre The programme provides a basic introduction and overview of Christian Theology and Ministry, focused on Practical Theology. Successful completion of this programme provides articulation possibilities to Hons BA in Theology. FIRST SEMESTER Year level 1 Year level 2 Year level 3 Greek Language Competence Dogmatics: From the Doctrine of Scripture to the Doctrine of Early Christian and Mediaeval churches Sin Biblical Hebrew Linguistic Fundamentals of Homiletics Intercultural Communication of Skills Introduction to the New Testament: Revelation History and General Canonics Introduction to the Old Testatment 1: Origin and Structure Church History: The Reformation Introduction to Theology Introduction to Academic Literacy The Relationship between Mission and Theology Introduction to Exegesis of the New Testament and its Sociohistorical Context Introduction to Interpretation of the Old Testament and the Pentateuch the Gospel Pastoral Cases in Counselling Reality and Knowledge Biblical Fundamentals of Catechetics SECOND SEMESTER Year level 1 Year level 2 Year level 3 Academic Literacy Dogmatics: Christology to Dogmatics: Calvin s Institutes Eschatology Fundamentals of Church and Dogma History Prophetic Literature Introduction to Theological Hermeneutics The Synoptic Gospels Acts, the General Epistles, Hebrews and the Pauline Epistles The Reformation and Modern Church and Dogma History Narrative Texts: the Early Prophets Biblical Counselling Fundamentals of Ethics History of Philosophy Elements of Liturgics Pastoral Treatment of Stress, Trauma and Inner Healing AMS students only do the equivalent of 2 years, but exclude Greek, Hebrew and Academic Literacy modules. A total minimum of 200 credits is required for AMS.
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Questions? Please come to the office: 18 Leopold St. King William s Town Or phone us: 043 642 4737 Bank details: Account Number: 52640008506 Account Name: Dumisani Theological Institute & Bible School Bank Name: First National Bank Branch/Sorting Code: 21 05 19 (King William s Town) Revised April 5, 2016