The following are the accredited programmes being offered for the 2009/2010 academic year.
1. Master of Theology [MTh] and Doctor of Philosophy [PhD]
The MTh and PhD African Christianity
programmes are aimed at making it possible for graduates from countries
all over the world to undertake an advanced study of the forms and
traditions of African Christian life and thought emerging as a
distinctive strand of non-western Christianity with the potential of
contributing to world Christianity. The programme aims at exposing
candidates to the breadth and diversity of African Christianity to
enable them to give scholarly reflections and interpretative depth to
issues of relevance to the Church in its task of Christian witness and
nurture and social transformation. The Bible Translation & Interpretation option
explores the role of the mother-tongue Scriptures in the process of
Bible Exegesis and Interpretation. It aims to equip students for the
task of Bible exegesis and interpretation, by developing their skills
in translation and exegesis, both in the original biblical languages
and in African languages. The programme is designed to meet the need of
theological training institutions and churches and translation agencies
and for the theologically trained staff who are biblical experts to be
able to relate their biblical and theological scholarship to the
realities of the African context and to the needs of the African Church
in the wider world.
Applicants for PhD who do not have the MTh will be required to take the Research studies course work during the first year.
2. Master of Arts [MA] in Theology & Mission
This is a one-year modular programme for graduate professionals such
as lawyers, journalists, doctors, engineers, economists, teachers etc
who desire theological training to equip them for Christian ministry in
the African context. It provides a basic introduction to the range of
theological disciplines and conveys the importance of spiritual
commitment for theological understanding and formation. It also serves
as a recognizing bridging programme into the MTh programme.
The
Master of Arts in Theology and Mission is specifically designed to meet
the needs of working professional who cannot take a whole year off for
study and is therefore organized into four blocks of three weeks each,
within the year (September –June).
Entry requirements for admission
MA: A good honours degree in any discipline from a recognized University.
MTh: A good honours degree in Theology or in Religious Studies from
a recognized University. (The M.A. in Theology and Mission also
qualifies candidates for consideration to be admitted to the MTh).
PhD: Researched Masters degree in Theology or in Religious Studies from a recognized University.
Application forms may be obtained from the Registrar’s office through P.O. Box 76, Akropong-Akuapem or by email at registry@acighana.org or Tel. No. 233 (0)81-91490/1 Alternatively, they may also be downloaded from our website at: http://www.acighana.org/docs/msword/ACI%20application%20forms.doc
Completed application forms should be returned to the Registrar at the
above address. Further details may be obtained in the same manner. |
