Diploma in Theology
The first purpose of the qualification is to provide learners without university exemption the possibility of tertiary theological training, also a s stepping stone for graduate studies.
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Qualification type
Diploma (Min 360)
Credits
360
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
0
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of Pretoria
Quality assurance functionary
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Field
Field 07 - Human and Social Studies
Subfield
Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2024-06-30
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2028-06-30
Last date for achievement
2033-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
The first purpose of the qualification is to provide learners without university exemption the possibility of tertiary theological training, also a s stepping stone for graduate studies.
The second purpose is to provide qualifiers with the basic knowledge, specific skills and applied competence in the essential field of theological science. It will provide the basis for continued personal intellectual growth as well as an informed lay leadership in the faith communities and society.
The third purpose of the qualification is to provide the churches of the country with significant numbers of theologically trained people qualified for further church specific training and/or induction into the ministry of the gospel.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Access may be gained to the qualification through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
Entry Requirements
- Matriculation Certificate.
Replacement note
This qualification does not replace any other qualification and is not replaced by any other qualification.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Exit level outcomes
A person with a Diploma in Theology should be able to analyse, weigh and create basic theological viewpoints and have some skill to inform and enable members of society to apply these understandings and values in their life style.
Critical cross-field outcomes
The candidate has the ability to
- Collect, analyse, evaluate and organise theological information.
- Work effectively with believers as individuals and communities.
- Interact and communicate effectively with individuals and communities.
- Persuade people to critical self-analysis and corrected behaviour.
- Help people solve personal and social problems within a framework of religious values.
- Participate as leader in a religious pluralistic society.
Associated assessment criteria
The candidate has to prove an ability to use and apply fundamental documents (like the Bible, historical theological formulations, etc.) when formulating own viewpoints or when acting in defence or criticism of other views on less problematic issues.
The candidate has to provide an ability to function in an enabling way in a religious situation (like a church meeting, a pastoral consultation or a personal crisis).
Integrated Assessment
- Simulations.
- Written examinations.
- Oral examinations.
Other
- Written assignments.
- Seminars.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
Vertical Articulation
- Bachelor of Arts (BA).
- Bachelor of Arts Theology (BA (Theol)).
- Bachelor of Arts Honours Theology (BA (Hons) (Theol)).
- Bachelor of Theology (BTh).
Providers currently listed
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