Training with qualifications
Nazarene ~ BA (Hons) Theology (Youth and Community)
The practice-based BA (Hons) in Theology (Youth and Community) pathway at Nazarene Theological College equips and prepares Christian youth and community workers for employment in a range of ministries and contexts. The course recognises that it is important for Christians involved in youth and community work to be:
Theologically astute. Exploring our understanding of who God is and how this impacts upon our practice, This happens through a strong emphasis on Theological and Biblical engagement throughout the pathway.
Contextually aware. Understanding how the world is changing and how people’s thinking is shaped by the world they inhabit
Competent in practice. Acquiring the particular skills required in working with people, including listening, group work and evaluation
Nazarene ~ MA Community Development
This programme offers you the opportunity to enjoy a unique learning experience where teachers and fellow learners explore crucial issues of our time. You will draw on insights and traditions of theology and community development to develop a deep and grounded analysis of the world, in order to engage in its transformation. Together, we will explore concepts such as Shalom as a way of understanding what individual, community and societal justice might look like.
You will have the opportunity to explore new ways to re-see and reimagine your world and your relationship to it. In doing so, you will develop approaches that help others to re-see and reimagine their own worlds. This is the foundation for real and sustained social change
Oak Hill College ~ Foundation Award, CertHE, DipHE and BA(Hons) in Theology, Ministry and Mission
At Oak Hill, we are committed to training people for youth and children’s ministry, as well as other spheres of ministry. Our undergraduate qualifications in Theology, Ministry and Mission contain options specific to training for youth and children’s ministry.
from Oak Hill College
Regents ~ BA (Hons) Applied Theology - Youth Ministry
Run in partnership with Limitless (the youth & children’s movement of the Elim Pentecostal Churches in the UK and Ireland), our BA (Hons) Applied Theology in Youth Ministry explores the overlapping disciplines of youth ministry (practical theology, professional practice, cultural studies and adolescent development) to empower people into ministry with young people. This is a three year programme, which aims to (1) enhance the biblical/theological knowledge of the students, (2) enable them to practically minister in a youth specific context, and (3) ground these from an increasingly developing walk with God. Core theological modules are studied, as well as some youth specific ones, and students also attend a youth work placement. There are also various opportunities to assist with Limitless’ work, including volunteering at their national youth conferences, the Limitless Festival and The Gathering.
Regents ~ BA (Hons) Applied Theology and Performing Arts
The vision of the programme is to provide those who believe that God has gifted them in performance with a chance to hone those skills in an affirming atmosphere and a place that puts Christ at the centre of all we do. As well as teaching practical professional skills the course explores the interaction between performance and theology to see how these two disciplines enrich and inform one another. The hope is that the graduates of this course will be the church leaders, actors, communicators, storytellers and performers of the future and will revitalise both the Church and the Arts.