Programme overview
The FDE programme aims to
enable students to develop a foundational understanding of
Christian Theology, practice and ministry appropriate to
Evangelists. Rooted in work-based learning, the programme has at
its heart a structured process of action and reflection.
Entry
The FDE will operate a
fully open access policy in regards to age, gender, sexuality,
disability, ethnicity and faith orientation.
Students wishing to enrol for the programme at level 1 must
demonstrate their ability to matriculate. Students must have:
- A pass in English Language GCSE at grade C or above, or
equivalent qualification;
- Two A levels or their equivalent;
or
- An appropriate professional qualification deemed by the
University to be equivalent to the above.
For those with no formal qualifications,
matriculation can be achieved through:
- Successful completion of the University’s Faculty Paper;
or
- Enrolment on the first level 1 module from the programme as an
associate student. Upon successful completion of the module,
the student can enrol for the full programme, transferring the 20
credits.
Delivery
Learning for each module is enabled through focussed experience
in the work base, teaching at a residential centre, and supported
open learning. Through the suite of 12 modules, students use,
develop and deepen skills of becoming a reflective practitioner.
This is worked out both in their understanding of theological
themes, and in the development and critical evaluation of skills,
appropriate to the ministry of an Evangelist.
Modules fall into three strands,
- Self
- Working with Others
- Project Management
These strands enable students to develop their
understanding of the Christian faith, develop theological and
Biblical insights into working with others, and develop theological
and Biblical insights into the setting up and development of a
project. Students are enabled to identify and critique the
usefulness of insights from other disciplines in their
practice.
Students are supported by a staff team made up
of Training Enablers, experienced Evangelists who work alongside
the student in the work base, and tutors, who manage the overall
learning and teaching experience.
Assessment strategies include written reflection, critical
essay, skills portfolio, presentation with rationale and
evaluation, participation in a group discussion and evaluation,
research file, strategic plan with rationale, and code of practice
with rationale. At Level 2 the assessment strategies also
include an extended study and
evaluation.
In addition, the student is required to have access to an
appropriate work based context (employed or in an equivalent
voluntary capacity), and to undertake work based activities of 200
hours, alongside the 200 hours which make up each module.
Further information on FDE modules
and assessment strategies »
Awards
Award of the Foundation degree in Evangelism
is subject to attempting 240 credits: 120 credits at level 1 and
120 credits at level 2, with successful completion of 100 credits
at each level with a minimum mark of 20 in the failed module
Exit Awards Attached to the Programme are:
- University Certificate [60 credits at level 1]
- Certificate of Higher Education in Evangelism [120 credits at
level 1]
- University Diploma in Evangelism [60 credits at level 2]
Further information
Please contact Arthur Jones at Wilson Carlile
Centre, E: a.jones@churcharmy.org.uk T:
01142 787 020 for more programme information
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The FDTM was the
first of its kind and is one of the largest in the UK. It
provides opportunities to develop a foundational understanding of
Christian Theology and develop skills for Christian
Ministry.
Our students come from all walks of life, many
with little or no previous academic experience, and welcome the
opportunity to explore faith, theology and ministry in a supportive
and engaging environment.
Entry
The FDTM operates an open access policy.
Students without formal qualifications are welcome to apply and,
subject to successful completion of the first module, may transfer
onto the Foundation degree programme.
Students who already possess a Theology
qualification maybe exempt from some modules via Accreditation of
Prior and/or Experiential Learning (APE/L). Please contact
the Programme Administrator if you have any questions regarding
APEL.
Delivery
The FDTM is
taught on a part time basis, normally either one evening per week
or four Sundays per term at York St John University (YSJU) and at
off site
centres by external partners. The Programme is used by
Partner Organisations to provide training routes for various
ministries, including:
- Readers
- Ordinands
- Evangelists
- Pastoral Workers
- and Children’s Workers
Please note that the above routes are not
available at all centres. However, the programme is
also available to students who are not on any training route, but
wish to explore aspects of theology and ministry for their own
interest.
Taught sessions are designed to draw on
students’ own experiences and observations of how theology and
ministry work out in practice in their local churches and
communities. Tutors use a wide range of strategies to help
students to engage with theological ideas and relate these to their
everyday lives, including group work, discussions, student-led
presentations and tutorials.
The assessed work helps students to develop a range of skills,
including group discussions, presentations, writing essays, study
of biblical texts, and reflective journals. Some modules
involve students carrying out fieldwork or placement activities,
which will be guided and supported by the Tutor. Modules are
delivered on a rolling basis and cover a wide range of topics.
Further information on FDTM modules
and assessment strategies »
Awards
To achieve the FDTM
students need to complete 240 credits (12 modules):
Students may choose to take an interim award,
depending on their individual training needs or interests:
- University Certificate [60 credits at Level
1]
- Certificate of Higher Education in
Theology & Ministry [120 credits at Level 1]
- University Diploma in Theology & Ministry
[60 credits at Level 2]
Further programme information
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The BATM programme can
either follow on from the FDTM, or be
used to update previous theological training. The programme may be
taken for interest or as Continuing Professional Development for
Clergy, Readers or others engaged in Christian Ministry.
Entry
Access to the BATM can be achieved
through:
- Successful completion of the FDTM
- Successful completion of 240 credits
equivalent to that of Level 1 and Level 2 of the FDTM
- Successful completion of 240 credits as part
of a Ministry Division Validated and HEI validated training
programme
- Evidence of appropriate work-based learning
through completion of the subject area’s Accreditation of Prior and
Experiential Learning (APEL).
Delivery
There are several routes that can be taken on
the
BATM
, these
are:
- Practitioner / Non-Practitioner
Routes Students on the practitioner and non-practitioner
routes will normally be required to engage with at least two themes
through accessing two core modules and the corresponding modules
[80 credits of taught modules]. They may elect to complete
the programme by either accessing the third theme or 40 credits of
independent learning. Students may elect to complete the
programme in two years by accessing 40 credits of independent
learning.
- Initial Ministerial Education
Route Students who are ordained and engaged in Initial
Ministerial Training within the Yorkshire Ministry Course will be
required to complete 3THB13 Leadership and Change in the
Church and 3THB14 Mission in the Local
Context . They may elect to take one more taught or
independent learning module to obtain the Graduate Certificate in
Ministerial Education [60 credits at level three].
- Full Level 3 Alternatively,
students may elect to take the full level three programme for
either the BA or Graduate Diploma [depending on previous
qualifications]. Such students will build up a planned
programme of modules in consultation with the Head of Programme and
Training Partners.
The BATM is delivered on a part
time basis here at York St John University (YSJU), usually one
evening per week. Taught sessions are comprised of lectures,
group work, discussions, student-led presentations and
tutorials. Assessment strategies include essays,
presentations, placement reports, analysis of texts and case
studies. Some modules involve students carrying out fieldwork
or placement hours. Field work or placements may require
students to obtain CRB/ISA clearance. Modules are delivered
on a rolling basis and cover a wide range of topics.
Further information on BATM modules and assessment
strategies »
Awards
Awards achievable on the programme
are:
- Graduate Certificate in Theology &
Ministry [60 credits at level three]
- Graduate Certificate in Ministerial Practice
[60 credits at level three]
- Ordinary Degree in Theology &
Ministry / Graduate Certificate [60 credits at level 3]
- Honours Degree in Theology &
Ministry Outcomes / Graduate Diploma [120 credits at level
3]
Further programme information
If you have not found the information you want here please also
refer to:
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