Independent/ Certificate Study
WEMTC has a long history of training men and women for a range of ministries in the Church of England and Free Churches. Our evening classes are open to all those who want to deepen their understanding of the Bible, the Christian faith and the life of the church. Those interested may join a class that is of particular interest for a term or may join for a longer period and work towards an accredited Certificate.
If you are a current independent Certificate student in training with WEMTC then have a look at the Certificate Student Home Page for information of particular relevance to you.
For those with no prior theology training we recommend joining our first year introductory modules (Doing Theology followed by Introduction to First Testament and New Testament and Introduction to the Christian Tradition). These can then be followed by specialist modules in e.g.: Isaiah, Matthew, Liturgy, Ethics, Trinity, Reformation Studies etc
WEMTC's evening courses are now validated by the University of Gloucestershire. 15 credits are awarded per full module i.e. 10 weeks of lectures and the completion of two 2000 word essays. On completion of the equivalent of eight full modules (i.e. 120 credits) the CertHE in Christian Ministry and Theology is awarded. This normally takes three years of part-time study.
The following modules are on offer at each of the WEMTC centres. It is recommended that new students begin with Doing Theology in Autumn and complete the other three introductory courses before attempting the more specialised subjects. However if you have a particular interest in a subject or prior theological or academic qualifications we would be happy to consider applications for direct entry to any of our modules.
A general introduction to thinking theologically and the recommended starting place for study.
A general introduction to the Old Testament (studied as the First Testament so as not to give the impression that it is old and irrelevant)
A general introduction to the New Testament
An introduction to what Christians believe and how those beliefs developed.
Specialist Modules
There are a variety of specialist modules that follow these introductory modules. The following are some of the main subjects we offer:
A chance to study the Gospel of Matthew in more depth including his distinctive theology.
A chance to study the Book of Isaiah and how it fits in with other Prophetic Books and the New Testament.
The theory and practice of worship looking especially at the sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist.
An Introductory Course on the art and craft of preaching
An introduction the main principles of Christian Ethics and contemporary ethical issues.
A survey of pastoral ministry in the light of the insights of psychology and the human sciences
A look at what the Bible and the Church have said about who Christ is and what his life and death achieved.
A study of Anglicanism and/or Methodism including its history, doctrines and major issues.
A look at the history of the Reformation and the beliefs and issues that caused the creation of the protestant denominations.
There are also additional modules that are run on demand. See our Modules Page for more details of the Modules that have been validated or our Certificate Page for what is involved in gaining the Certificate.
One module involves 10 weeks of study, i.e. one term. Lectures start at 7:30pm and finish at 10pm. There is a half- hour coffee break at 8:30pm. Independent students are also invited to join the ordination students for worship at 7pm.
- Tuesday evening - Wesley College, Henbury Road, Bristol (in conjunction with the Wesley College programme)
- Wednesday evening - Bishop Mascall Centre, Ludlow
- Thursday evening - Park Campus, University of Gloucestershire, Cheltenham
80 pounds per term for the 2003/2004 Academic Year.
To obtain more information, to receive one of our printed leaflets or to apply to join one of our modules please send an enquiry
What follows is a typical timetable for completing the Certificate over three years.
Click here to download an rtf version (110kb)of this Independent Certificate Programme
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Taught Modules |
TM101 Doing Theology
-or-TM108 Theology Overview
TM102.5 Intro to First Testament
TM103.5 Intro to New Testament
TM104 Intro to Christian History and Tradition
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The equivalent of 3 full modules from
TM112.5 The Word in Worship: Preaching
TM113.5 Worship and Liturgy
TM114.5 The Person and Work of Christ
TM115.5 Denominational Studies
TM116.5 Christian Living
TM117.5 The Reformation
TM105 New Testament Greek
TM106 Independent Study Module
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The equivalent of 2 full modules from
TM118.5 FT Texts - Isaiah
TM119.5 NT Texts - Matthew
TM120 Pastoral Care from Cradle to Grave
TM105 New Testament Greek
TM106 Independent Study Module
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Saturday Workshops |
Optional:
S1 Intro to Leading Worship
S2 Intro to Preaching
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S3 Presentation Skills
S4 Working with Children in Church & School
S5 Racism Awareness
S6 Youth Culture
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Optional:
S3 Presentation Skills
S4 Working with Children in Church & School
S5 Racism Awareness
S6 Youth Culture
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IndependentStudents Last updated: 01 December 2003 at 1:38am Copyright 2007 E. Harper and W. McDougall
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