Theology - Applied Theology Leadership
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor at UK Level 6 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | York St John University |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor at UK Level 6 | York St John University |
Duration
3 years full-time or 6 years part-time.
All classes are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the expectation that students will give an additional 10 – 25 hours per week to personal study depending on whether they are on a full-time or part-time programme.
On-Site or Zoom.
Our undergraduate semesters run from early September to mid-December, and mid-January to mid-May.
Entry Requirements
Admissions Criteria
All candidates will demonstrate:
- active engagement in some form of Christian ministry,
- appreciation of and respect for IBI’s ethos,
- an ability to study at third level.
Entry routes to the BA programme:
Academic entry: Irish Leaving Certificate: 240 points or equivalent
AP(E)L: You may apply for entry to the programme, or for credit transfer, on the basis of Accredited Prior Learning (APL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).
Associate status entry: You will be required to demonstrate that you are able to work at BA level by successfully completing a semester as an associate student. Upon successfully completing and passing the modules in the first semester you can enrol for the full BA programme and transfer credits gained.
International students:
1. Non-EU/EEA/United Kingdom citizens/residents.
Due to Irish Immigration regulations, IBI is not permitted to accept applications from those who require a student visa to study in Ireland.
2. EU/EEA/United Kingdom citizens/residents.
Non-native speakers of English must have an IELTS certificate or equivalent with a minimum score of 6.0. You will also be required to demonstrate the equivalence of any qualifications to Irish/UK standards.
Further information
Semester Dates: September 2023. January 2024.
Full-time BA - (3 years) €4,500 per year.
Part-time BA - (6 years) €2,300 per year.
Bursaries: IBI has a small bursary fund for students who are serving the Irish Church and have financial needs. Please contact our Bursar for more information. Luohan@ibi.ie
Application Process:
If you wish to apply to study from September 2023, please contact Sarah@ibi.ie, or phone 01-8069060.
Application fee €50.00
When we have received both your fee and application form we will be in touch.
In the meantime if you have any queries at all about your application please don’t hesitate to call Sarah on 01-8069060
Alternatively : If applying by post send the completed form and the non-refundable application fee of €50 to:
Sarah Crane
Academic Administrator,
Irish Bible Institute,
Ulysses House
22-24 Foley Street,
Dublin 1
BA (Hons) Applied Theology
BA (Hons) Applied Theology Leadership
Graduate Diploma Applied Theology
IBI’s BA courses will:
• equip you for Christian life and ministry
• challenge you to reflect on your attitudes
• develop your analytical thinking and reflection skills
• enable you to engage more deeply with the Bible
• explore the Bible and theology in depth and breadth
• transform you – head, heart and hands
The BA courses are a unique opportunity to focus on things that matter.
Course Structure - 8 modules at each level.
Level 1
• Ministry and Personal Development
• Introduction to Biblical Theology
• Interpreting and Applying the Bible
• Overview of the Old Testament
• The Life and Teaching of Jesus
• Introduction to Pastoral Caring
• Discipleship
• Communicating the Bible in a Ministry Context
• Youth Ministry
Level 2 & 3 Modules
• Ministry & Personal Development 2/3*
• Ministry & Personal Development*(L)
• Developing Old Testament Theology
• New Testament Epistles
• Developing Biblical Interpretation
• New Testament Christology
• The Holy Spirit and the Christian Life
• Issues in Contemporary Theology
• Faith in Contemporary Culture
• Christian Ethics
• Christian Mission in Contemporary Ireland
• Developing Pastoral Care
• Teaching and Preaching the Old Testament
• Teaching and Preaching the New Testament
• Developing Leadership (L)
• Church and Ministry (L)
• The Story of the Irish Church
• Researching Ministry Practice
• Dissertation/ Research Project+
*Compulsory module.
Compulsory modules for Leadership award are marked (L).
+ An elective double credit module available at Level 3.
Levels 2 and 3 are taught on a two yearly rotation.
Certification: Validated by York St John University.
Sarah Crane
Academic Administrator,
Irish Bible Institute,
Ulysses House
22-24 Foley Street,
Dublin 1
Sarah@ibi.ie, or phone 01-8069060