MASTERS
SCHOOL OF POST GRADUATE STUDIES
Master Degree Programmes and Requirements
All Programmes leading to the award of Master Degree at WACCM require thesis writing except the master of Divinity. The M.Div is a professional Degree programme that accepts applications from any student whose first degree is not in Theological or Biblical studies. The other Masters programmes are academic programme that require thesis of 6 semesters hours before graduation.
2 semesters of 12 calendar month (circular)
4 semester for theological
WACCM offers six masters degree programmes:
M.A in Christian Education
M.A in Biblical studies
M.A in Christian counselling
M.A in Theology M.A in Sound music Master of Divinity.
THE M.A IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
The masters of Arts in Christian Education (M.A.C.E) is designed to prepare student for a vocational of nurture formation, and life span disciple ship in the church as well as in tertiary academic instructions. Graduate will be equipped to provide leadership for educational ministries that effectively seek to “present Every one mature before Christ”. At the end of this programme, students shall:
- Articulate a theology of educational ministry which is based on a sound biblical understanding faith.
- Understand the human development, individual gifts and differences and the teaching/ learning process.
- Recruit, disciple, equip and empower the laity for education ministries of the church.
- Demonstrate competence in leading, teaching disciple and mentoring which is grounded in their theology of ministry.
Course Requirements
M.A. Core Courses (15 Hours)
STH 580 | Bible Doctrines | 4 Hours | |
MIS 500 | Introduction to Missions | 4 Hours | |
STH 508 | Historical Theology | 4 Hours | |
STH 631 | Ecclesiology | 4 Hours | |
STH 591 | Biblical Anthropology | 3 Hours | |
PTH 567 | Pastoral Theology | 3 Hours |
Required Elective (12 Hours) | ||
NT 540 New testament Background | 3 Hours | |
NT 546 Gospel: (Life of Christ) | 3 Hours | |
OT 550 Old Testament Introductions | 3 Hours | |
OT 553 Pentateuch | 3 Hours |
Christian Education Courses (29 Hours)
CED 670 Administration of Christian Education 4 Hours | ||
CED 506 Principles of Education | 4 Hours | |
CED 500 Introductions to Christian Education | 3 Hours | |
CED 614 theology of Christian Education | 4 Hours | |
CED 613 Theory of Education | 3 Hours | |
CED 620 student teaching project | 3 Hours | |
CED 670 Educational model | 4 Hours | |
CED 615 Church Developments | 4 Hours | |
General Elective (6 Hours) | ||
Thesis | 6 Hours | |
Total | 65 Hours |
M.A. IN PASTORAL COUNSELLING
The master of art in pastoral counselling is designed for pastors and Christian leaders who plan to pursue courses in counselling ministry both within and outside the church. It is also designed for those who want to work as chaplains in hospitals, the military, prison, etc. The professional Christian counsellors will be equipped through the basic counselling theologies, techniques and practice of Christian counselling. The programme will equip the student to:
- Utilize and apply self understanding personal faith and moral reflection as he/ she works with others.
- Understand the use of scripture and theology as foundational for the practice of counseling.
- Apply various counseling principles, techniques and clinical skills in church and Para church settings.
- Carry out a professional Christian counseling service both in the church context and outside the church context.
Course Requirements
M.A. Core Course (15 Hours)
STH 580 Bible Doctrines | 4 Hours |
MIS 500 Introduction to Missions | 4 Hours |
STH 508 Historical Theologies | 4 Hours |
STH 631 Ecclesiology | 4 Hours |
STH 591 Biblical Anthropology | 3 Hours |
PTH 567 Pastoral Theologies | 3 Hours |
Required Electives
Same as Usual
General Electives (6 Hours)
Thesis (6 Hours)
Total 65 Hours
- M.A. IN BIBLICAL STUDIES
Counselling Core Courses |
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CO 531 Introduction to Christian counselling | 3 Hours |
CO 532 Biblical Counselling | 3 Hours |
CO 606 Temperament Therapy I | 3 Hours |
CO 507 Integrative Issue in counselling | 4 Hours |
CO 508 Temperament Therapy II | 2-3 Hours |
CO 509 Multicultural Counselling | 4 Hours |
CO 433 Effective Counselling Skills | 4 Hours |
CO 64 counselling Paradigms | 3 Hours |
CO 610 Ethics and Legal Issues In counselling 3 Hours CO 614 Marriage and Family counselling 4 Hours | |
The Master of Arts in Biblical Studies is an academic programme designed to foster the knowledge of the student in Bible and Theology. It is also designed for those who want to pursue higher studies in Bible and Theology. At the end of the programme each student would be able to:
- Acquire the linguistic, historical and critical tools required for proper interpretation of the scriptures.
- Have a thorough Knowledge of the key areas of biblical literature and the major issue in the contemporary life of the scripture.
- Think critically and biblically as well and to view modern and current issues in the life of the scriptures.
- Understand the methodology and major theme of biblical theology
- Evaluate an existing theological disposition from biblical point of view.
Course Requirements
M.A. Core Courses (15 Hours)
STH 580 | Bible Doctrines | 4Hours | |
MIS 500 | Introduction to missions | 4 Hours | |
STH 508 | Historical Theology | 4 Hours | |
STH 631 | Ecclesiology | 4 Hours | |
STH 591 | Bible Anthropology | 3 Hours |
PTH 567 Pastoral Theology 3 Hours
Biblical Languages (12 Hours)
NT 501/502 | Greeks I& II 6 Hours |
OT 50/503 | Hebrew Language I& II 6 Hours |
NT 601/602 | Greek Language……………I & II 6 Hours |
OT 601/602
| Hebrew Grammar…………..I & II 6 Hours |
Biblical Courses | (26 Hours) |
OT Tracks
OT 550 | OT Introduction | 3 Hours | |
OT 553 | Pentateuch | 4 Hours | |
OT 551 | Genesis | 3 Hours | |
OT 657 | Poetic Books | 3 Hours | |
OT 600 | Major Prophets | 4 Hours | |
OT 559 | Minor Prophets | 4 Hours |
Required Electives (12 Hours)
STH 544 | New Testament Theology | 3 Hours | |
STH 579 | Old Testament Theology | 3 Hours | |
DTH 510 | Principles of Bible Study | 3 Hours | |
THE 586 | Hermeneutic | 4 Hours | |
THE 648 | Apologetics | 4 Hours |
General Electives 6 Hours
Thesis 6 Hours
Total 65 Hours
NT Track |
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NT 540 | New Testament Back ground | 4 Hours | |
NT 546 | Gospels | 4 Hours | |
NT 544 | Paul’s Epistle | 3 Hours | |
NT 643 | Prison Letter | 3 Hours | |
NT 623 | General Epistle | 3 Hours | |
NT 632 | Pastoral Epistle | 3 Hours | |
NT 642 | Romans | 3 Hours | |
NT 645 | John’s Epistle | 3 Hours | |
NT 630 | Acts | 3 Hours |
MASTER OF THEOLOGY PROGRAMME
The master of Theology programme is a higher academic programme designed as preparatory towards a Ph. D. In a Theological Studies. It is a two year degree programme that requires a more superior academic performance in a previous B.A or M.A programme. Graduates of this programme will be able to:
- Trace the history and development of different schools of thought in Theological studies from the period of church fathers to the present day.
- Develop African Theology that is biblically balanced.
- Interpret and analyze current issues in theology
Course Requirements
Theological Core Courses (20 Hours)
STH 715 | Contemporary Theology |
| 4hours |
THE 586 | Hermeneutics |
| 4Hours |
STH 636 | Christology |
| 3Hours |
TH 468 | Apologetics |
| 4Hours |
TH 790 | old testament Messianic theme |
| 3Hours |
TH 569 | Dynamics of Revival |
| 3Hours |
STH 544 | NT Theology |
| 3Hours |
STH 599 | OT Theology |
| 3hours |
STH 508 | Historical Theology |
| 3Hours |
STH 586 | Angelology& Demonology |
| 3Hours |
Historical Core Courses (12 Hours)
HT | 585 | the Apostolic Fathers |
| 3Hours |
HT | 513 | Historical of the TN Church |
| 3Hours |
HT | 625 | the Age of Reformation |
| 3Hours |
HT | 618 | Anglo-Catholic History & Disciple |
| 3Hours |
HT | 627 | Modern Church History |
| 3Hours |
Required Elective (12 Hours)
OT | 756 | the Era of writing prophets |
|
| 3Hours |
OT | 761 | Isaiah |
|
| 4Hours |
NT | 740 | Hebrews: The Better Covenant |
|
| 3Hours |
NT | 744 | Parable of Jesus |
|
| 4Hours |
MI | 610 | Missions Anthropology |
|
| 4Hours |
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| General Elective |
|
| 6Hours |
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| Thesis |
|
| 10Hours |
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| Total |
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| 60Hours |
MASTER OF DIVINITY PROGRAMME (M.DIV.)
The Master of Divinity Programme is professional Masters degree programme designed primarily for pastors, chaplains and Christian leaders whose first degree is not in theology or bible. It is a three-year programme that gives wider exposure to biblical, historical, mission-logical as well as practical theology needed for those called into full time church related ministries. The objectives of the course are:
To formulate a theological basis for ministry/vocation
To communicate on effective application of biblical truths.
To guide and counsel others in need or in crises so they can hear and respond to the voice of God. To assist Christian become God’s mouth piece in the mission field or any other missionary venture. To enable Christian leaders administer and manage efficiently and effectively.
To research issues and opportunities using a variety of means in the choice of solutions to complex situations .