Programmes

“Although many of the things we are doing are now duplicated in some measure by other training and educational establishments here in Singapore, it is in the collective nature of our distinctives that we are different, and making a difference.”

Colin Warner (interim Dean 99-2000)

 

DTC offers the following study programmes:

1) Diploma in Christian Ministry

This is a two-year programme in which students are required to obtain 50 credits. This is our standard course.

2) Certificate in Christian Ministry

Students who complete one full year of the diploma course at an adequate level may be awarded the Certificate in Christian Studies.  Students need to complete 24 credits.

3) Master of Christian Ministry

This is a two-year programme. Students are required to complete additional courses and assignments and are expected to complete more  reading than those on the Diploma programme. 58 credits with a minimum B+ average, are required for the MCM. This is an advanced course

Additional programmes are also possible
e.g. Master of Christian Studies (by dissertation)
 

4) Master of Christian Studies (by dissertation)

Students who complete the two-year Diploma in or Master of Christian Ministry programme with a minimum B+ average may submit a  dissertation.  This dissertation should be not less than 20,000 and not more than 30,000 words and will be assessed by an external examiner.  The student will be given a supervisor for the writing of this dissertation.  Research and writing will normally take from six to twelve months to complete and may be done residentially or non-residentially.  Normally the MCS may only be done by DTC graduates. If the dissertation is approved the candidate will be awarded the Master of Christian Studies Degree.

5) Graduate Diploma in Intercultural Studies

This is a one-year programme designed for those who see themselves in ministry or work in a cross-cultural context. Note: The GDIS is accepted by mission agencies such as OMF.

6) Sabbatical Studies Programme

This is a post-seminary and post-field course designed for those wishing to review, reflect and refresh through course attendance, writing or guided personal reflection or self-study. The duration could be one or two semesters, or a period of six to nine months at DTC.

Listed below are four suggested categories for reflection, research, and writing. On the completion of a paper or a project a Certificate of Sabbatical Studies may be awarded.

  • Category One: On Personal Growth
  • Reflection and research through guided reading and/or field interviews on any issue or issues related to self-care in the field and/or post-field, including Spiritual Disciplines. This may be useful to cross-cultural workers needing a restful pause from active ministry or ministry workers contemplating a ‘career’ change wanting some spiritual refreshment.

  • Category Two: On Ministry Growth
  • Ministry development and leadership issues and theories could be researched and reflected upon, including organizational theories and structures of mission agencies and denominational churches. This may be useful to those in role or positional transition within the same organization or from parachurch agency to denominational church.

  • Category Three: Writing Projects
  • Those who are able to take a writing sabbatical to concentrate on a writing project and want the support of a community environment for fellowship and interaction. 

  • Category Four: Refreshment & Renewal
  • Those who need some time away from active ministry to have extended time for prayer, reflection and rest, and still be able to benefit from the fellowship of community life at DTC.


Other Information

For complete information on the courses and costs, please download it here:

If you would like to enquire about the possibility of studying at DTC, please download the Letter of Enquiry document below:

  • Enquiry (32 kb, Microsoft Word Document. Click on link to download)

We can also be contacted directly at:

33A Chancery Lane
Singapore 309554
Republic of Singapore
Tel: +65 62563208  Fax: +65 62562705

E-mail:  disciple@singnet.com.sg

Updated on 06 April 2010