Two year Diploma in Theology & Christian Ministry (Dip.Th.)

The two-year Diploma in Theology & Christian Ministry (Dip.Th.) program provides additional training for Christian ministry. A student must successfully complete a total of 32 Courses : all 16 courses listed for a C.Th., and additionally all 16 courses listed below, to earn a Dip.Th. While courses can be completed in any sequence, we recommend following the First Year, Second Year and Third Year sequence, listed. All courses are repeated at the same time, each academic year.

Frequently asked questions

Can I do some courses ON-CAMPUS, some ONLINE and some via E-LEARNING?

Regardless of the learning option you choose (ON-CAMPUS, ONLINE or E-LEARNING) once you enroll, you are considered a student at APC Bible College and receive the same certificate/degree on completion of the program requirements. We also offer you the flexibility of completing some courses ON-CAMPUS, some courses ONLINE and others via the E-LEARNING platform. Your student Id remains the same. Please enroll in a course only in one learning option at a time (Example: Please do BC-101 either in Online classes or in E-learning during a particular semester. If you fail to complete BC-101 while doing it in Online Classes, in a future semester you can repeat BC-101 in E-learning).

Can I take courses in any order or should I follow the order specified by the college?

We strongly recommend that you follow the sequence of courses outlined by the college, semester by semester, year by year. However, at your discretion you are welcome to take courses in any order and sequence. Kindly ensure you successfully complete all courses required for a particular program (C.Th., Dip.Th., or B.Th.) in order to receive that certificate.

Are the requirements to pass a course exactly the same in all three learning options?

Not exactly. The course content remains the same in all three learning options (ON-CAMPUS, ONLINE or E-LEARNING). To successfully complete a course for ON-CAMPUS and ONLINE classes you must have both (A)minimum 85% attendance and (B)obtain a passing grade 35% marks or higher (grade C or better). For the E-LEARNING option, you must (A)watch all the lecture videos and (B)obtain a passing grade 35% marks or higher (grade C or better). The course assignments for ON-CAMPUS, ONLINE and E-LEARNING students may differ, and is left to the discretion of the Course Instructor.

Do you offer transfer credit for completing a certificate program?

We offer a certificate, diploma or bachelors degree from APC Bible College. We do not offer transfer credit for completing a course(s) or certificate program. Recognition of APC Bible College can vary based on the church/ Christian ministry/ institution/ organization/ agency that is reviewing your credentials and the country/region of their location and is the sole determination of the receiving church/ Christian ministry/ institution/ organization/ agency. Governmental agencies can also vary in their recognition of APC Bible College. At their discretion, the receiving organization may choose to give you transfer credit for the course(s) and certificate you have received from APC Bible College.

Will Christian organizations offer employment based on course(s) or certificate programs from APC Bible College?

This is the sole determination of the receiving church/ Christian ministry/ institution/ organization/ agency. Many APC Bible College graduates are successfully and fruitfully engaged in Christian ministry, some working independently and some working with Christian and other organizations.

Is APC Bible College an accredited Institution or affiliated with another University?

APC Bible College is a non-accredited church-based equipping center with a customized curriculum for Spirit-empowered Christian ministry. APC Bible College is not accredited with any Christian or government accrediting body or agency. APC Bible College is not affiliated with any other University.

Will I be granted admission to a Master's program in a Seminary after I graduate with a three-year B.Th. from APC Bible College?

This is entirely the decision of the Institution (Seminary/College/University) that you plan to apply to for a Master's degree. We recommend that you first check with the Institution directly, referencing our APC Bible College website, to confirm that they will accept your application for a Master's (or advanced) degree, if you were to graduate with a 3-year B.Th. degree from APC Bible College. Some Institutions may require a 4-year Bachelor's degree, and hence may require you to complete additional courses with them before admitting you into a Master's degree program.

Does APC offer an advanced Master's degree program beyond the 3-year B.Th. degree?

Currently APC Bible College does not offer a Master's degree program. APC Bible College may consider offering relevant "Professional Masters degree" programs for Christian ministry in the future.