MTH Bible Translation and Interpretation
(in conjunction with the School of Theology, University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa)
Overview:
A two-year programme combining course work with field research and 30,000 word dissertation, based in two tuition locations: Ghana and South Africa and with the possibility of field work in the students' home regions.

An innovative programme providing a uniquely African approach to Biblical Studies through in-depth study of the original languages of Scripture and African mother tongue Scriptures, as the basis for a new exegesis and interpretation of the Christian Scriptures.

Incorporating some of the African Christianity courses that explore the religious and cultural realities of the African context in their theological interface with Christian faith, to provide cultural relevance in exegesis and interpretation.

Courses offered:

1. Biblical Hebrew for Mother-tongue Translation
2. Biblical Greek for Mother-tongue Translation
3. Exegesis of Old Testament Texts
4. Exegesis of New Testament Texts
5 . The roots of African Theology in the 20th century
6. Christian Faith & Primal Religions of the world, with special reference to Africa - historical, phenomenological and theological perspectives
7 . The Bible in African Christianity
8. Gospel and culture - biblical, historical and theological perspectives

Entry Requirements: Good Honours degree in Theology or Religious Studies with some knowledge of biblical languages and proficiency in an African indigenous language version of the Scriptures

Tuition: $5,000 per annum                     

PHD IN THEOLOGY

Overview:

A three-year programme combining course work (for those who have not taken the MTh in African Christianity or the MTh Bible Translation and Interpretation) with field research and 100,000 word thesis, using two tuition locations: Ghana and South Africa and with the possibility of field work in the students' home regions

An innovative programme that provides a solid African focus to in-depth research in the regular theological disciplines

Focusing on the forms and traditions of African Christian life and thought emerging as a distinctive strand of Southern and Non-Western Christianity with the potential of contributing to world Christianity

Focusing on the forms and traditions of African Christian life and thought emerging as a distinctive strand of Southern and Non-Western Christianity with the potential of contributing to world Christianity

Coursework currently offered:

1. The roots of African Theology in the 20th century
2. Christian Faith & Primal Religions of the world, with special reference to Africa - historical, phenomenological and theological perspectives
3. The Bible in African Christianity
4. Modern African Instituted Churches
5. World Christian history as mission history
6. Gospel and culture - biblical, historical and theological perspectives
7. Aspects of the Christian history of Africa
8. Patterns of Christian ministry in Africa Courses to be added:
9. Early African Christianity of the first six centuries
10. Christian faith and Islam and Christian-Muslim relations in Africa
PhD areas of research interest include: African Christian history, life and thought; Primal religions and Christian faith (with particular reference to Africa); Earlier periods of Christian history, life and thought in their relevance to modern African concerns (with particular reference to the patristic age); Biblical exegesis and hermeneutics, with special focus on the Scriptures in African indigenous languages.

Entry Requirements: Masters degree in Theology, Religious Studies or African Christianity Tuition: $5,000 per annum                     

ACMC Postgraduate Diploma in Theology and Mission
(in conjunction with the School of Theology, University of Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa)
Overview:

A one-year modular programme providing a basic introduction to the range of theological disciplines for graduates from other fields of study, who desire theological training to equip them for Christian ministry.

Focusing also on the forms and traditions of African Christian life and thought emerging as a distinctive strand of Southern and Non-Western Christianity with the potential of contributing to world Christianity

A distinctive curriculum, seeking to give exposure to the intellectual rigour required for the study of theology as an academic discipline, and to convey the importance of spiritual commitment for theological understanding and formation.

Serving a dual purpose: as a broad introduction to theology that is relevant to Christian ministry in the African context, and as a recognised bridging programme into the MTh African Christianity.

Courses and Modules: BLOCK 1 - Monday, 14 January - Friday, 6 February 2004
1.1. Introduction to Theology
1.2. Old Testament Survey
1.3. New Testament Survey - early Christian history and ideas, and literature
BLOCK 2 - Tuesday, 13 April - Monday, 3 May 2004
2.1. Christian history as mission history
2.2. Studies in Christian Doctrine and Ethics
2.3. Biblical texts - Old Testament and New Testament
BLOCK 3 - Monday, 21 June - Friday. 9 July 2004
3.1. Studies in Gospel and Culture
3.2. Studies in Spirituality - Primal and Christian
3.3. Christ and other Faiths in the African Context
BLOCK 4 - Monday, 20 September - Friday, 8 October 2004
4.1 Write-up of project essay on an agreed topic (10,000 words)

Entry Requirements: Good first degree in any subject Tuition: $2,000

KNUST Executive Masters in Ministry and Management

An exciting and unique two-year modular programme that combines a basic training in Management, taught at KNUST, with modules that focus on issues of ministry in the African context, taught at ACMC.

A 30,000-word dissertation will bring together both elements and will be jointly supervised

Has specifically in view, pastors/ministers and leading executives of Christian NGOs wishing both to improve their management skills and deepen their theological understanding, in relation to the practical issues of Christian ministry in a pluralist context.

Courses and Modules on Management 1-VI taught at KNUST
Courses and Modules (2nd year) offered at ACMC:
Module VII
MMM 651 Issues in Gospel and Culture
MMM 653 Biblical Interpretation in the African Context
Module VIII
MMM 655 Christ and other faiths in the African context
MMM 657 Ministry in the Public Sphere: Theological issues of engagment in a plural context
MMM 659 Leadership for Transformation: Some critical theological issues
Module IX
MMM 661 Studies in Spirituality - Primal and Christian
MMM 663 The Kingdom of God and Human Development
MMM 665 Seminars in Research Methods

Entry Requirements: Good first degree in any subject

For application forms, and information on tuition and other fees, contact KNUST