B-Status in Theology: 2019
What is B-Status
The admission requirement for the Hons BA in Theology Degree at the NWU, is a BTh degree or an equivalent qualification in Theology. B-Status, however, gives a student who has completed a non-theology B-degree and who is interested to register for a Hons BA in Theology at the NWU, the opportunity to do so without the obligation to first complete a BTh degree. One can thus think of the B-Status as a bridging activity. If a student has successfully completed the B-Status by passing each of the modules with a minimum of 60%, the student may apply for the Hons BA in Theology at the NWU. B-Status is not valid as an entrance requirement at other South African universities.
It is important that a student needs to ask him/herself the following question: "What do I want to do?" If a student wants to become involved in ministry, then BTh is a better qualification to pursue as the student will be better equipped for work in a church/congregation. However, if the student is not necessarily interested in ministry and aims to do research and wants to enrol for a Masters or PhD degree, then B-Status is a good option, as the route to a Masters or a PhD will be one or two years shorter.
A student must provide his/her academic record of the B-degree already achieved, and must have passed the 3rd year of the B-degree with a minimum of 60% (average). It is important to note that a student should have access to good internet to be able to do the B-Status. Furthermore, the student is responsible to find the necessary prescribed text books.
It is a two year course, but a student can do it in a year.
For 2018, the cost was approximately R22 660 if a student finishes it in one year. If a student wants to complete it over two years, he/she must pay the yearly registration fee and the module fees of the specific modules he/she wants to register for in that specific year. Please note that the registration fee and the costs of the modules may increase yearly. For more information regarding the cost of the modules please send an email to: PC-Studyfees@nwu.ac.za by the end of 2018 for a quotation.
The Faculty of Theology delivers its program utilizing a blended learning method of delivery with technical and logistical support by the Unit for Open Distance Learning. Lectures are transmitted from the studios of the Unit for Open Distance Learning at the Potchefstroom and the Mafikeng Campus. The interactive whiteboard technology makes it possible for a lecturer to present the modules in real time. If a student is unable to join the broadcast of classes live, he/she can watch the recordings on internet.
It is also possible that some of the modules are developed as self-directed e-learning environments. That means that a student work on his/her own time, but submit assignments at certain times and write the exam on the scheduled time. Assignments are submitted on the electronic platform (eFundi), and the exams are written in South Africa at an exam centre close (usually) to the student.
2019 B-Status consists out of 120 credits of theological subjects:
1st semester:
NTES112 (12) - 1st sem 1st year module
OTES112 (12) - 1st sem 1st year module
DOGM211 (16) - 1st sem 2nd year module
NTES212 (8) - 1st sem 2nd year module
OTES212 (8) - 1st sem 2nd year module
2nd semester:
NTES123 (12) – 2nd sem 1st year module
OTES122 (12)– 2nd sem 1st year module
NTES222 (8) – 2nd sem 2nd year module
OTES222 (8) – 2nd sem 2nd year module
And three of the following:
MISS211 (8) – 1st sem 2nd year module TEOL111 (8) – 1st sem 1st year module ETIE121 (8) – 2nd sem 1st year module PAST121 (8) – 2nd sem 1st year module
NTES112: New Testament: General introduction
OTES112: Introduction to the Old Testament
NTES123: Introduction to Exegesis of the Bible
OTES122: Introduction to the Pentateuch
DOGM211: Dogmatics: From the Doctrine of Scripture to the Doctrine of Sin
NTES212: The Synoptic Gospels
OTES212: The Early Prophets
NTES222: Acts and the Pauline Epistles
OTES222: Introduction to the Interpretation of the Latter Prophetic Books
TEOL111: Introduction to Theology
PAST121: Pastoral Counselling
ETIE121: Fundamentals of Ethics
MISS211: Relationship between Mission and Theology
The Faculty of Theology on the Vaal Triangle Campus offers contact students who are able to attend classes during the day or in the evenings the opportunity to obtain B-status in Theology by completing the modules listed below. The outcomes of these modules are similar to those of the modules available through Open Distance Learning. Students follow the scheduled time table and attend classes on a weekly basis.
2019 B-Status consists out of 120 credits of theological subjects:
1st semester:
BYBV113 (OT) (12) – 1st year module
BYBV211 (Christian Ethics) (16) – 2nd year module
BYBV312 (OT) (32) – 3rd year module
2nd semester:
BYBV123 (NT) (12)– 1st year module
BYBV223 (Pastoral Care) (16) – 2nd year module
BYBV323 (NT) (32) – 3rd year module
BYBV113: Introduction to the Old Testament in contemporary contexts
BYBV123: Introduction to New Testament in contemporary contexts
BYBV211: Contemporary bio ethical themes
BYBV223: Development of pastoral skills
BYBV312: Old Testament: Overview & interpretation with pastoral application
BYBV323: New Testament: Overview & interpretation with pastoral application
Potchefstroom Theological Publications (PTP)
Van Schaik
Protea
Way forward
BYBV113
Barton, J & Bowden, E. 2004. The Original Story: God, Israel, and the World. Grand Rapids: Eerdmans (ISBN: 0802829007)
BYBV123
Reader available on eFundi
BYBV211
Levinson R and Reiss MJ (eds) 2003. Key Issues in Bioethics: A guide for teachers. London: Routledge Falmer
Geisler, NL 2004 Christian Ethics: Options and Issues Michigan: Baker Book House
BYBV223
Louw, D.J. 2014. Wholeness in Hope Care: On Nurturing the Beauty of the Human Soul in Spiritual Healing. Zürich: Lit Verlag
BYBV312
Collins, JJ. 2014. A Short Introduction to the Hebrew Bible (2nd Edition). Minneapolis: Fortress (ISBN: 9781451472943)
BYBV323
Material reserved in Library
DOGM211
Millard, J. Erickson. (Hustad, L.A. ed.). 1992 (or any later edition). Introducing Christian Doctrine. Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Book House Company. (ISBN: 978-0-8010-2250-0)
ETIE121
De Bruyn, P.J. 2013. Die Tien Gebooie. Potchefstroom: PTP
De Bruyn, P.J. 2013. The Ten Commandments. Potchefstroom: PTP
MISS211
No books necessary. All the material necessary is provided in the eFundi site
NTES112
Life Application Bible. (New International Version). 1991. Wheaton, Illinois: Tyndale House Publishers.
Thompson. M.D. 2006. A clear and present word. The clarity of Scripture. New Studies in
Biblical Theology 21. Illinois: Intervarsity Press. (Chapter 2).
Van der Walt, T. 2007. The Messiah has come! A guide in the gospels for serious Bible Students. Potchefstroom: PTP (Available from the Administrative Bureau of the Reformed Churches in SA. Tel: 018 297 3986/7, web page: www.ptpboeke.co.za or e- mail: bestellings@gksa.co.za).
NTES123
Die Bybel In Praktyk 1993. Vereeniging, Christelike Uitgewersmaatskappy. / LIFE APPLICATION BIBLE (NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION) 1991. Wheaton, Illinois :
Tyndale House Publishers
De Klerk, BJ & Van Rensburg, FJ. 2015. Conceiving a sermon. Potchefstroom: Potchefstroom Theological Publications. ISBN: 9780869552285 (Te koop by Administratiewe Buro 018 297 3986)
De Klerk, BJ & Van Rensburg, FJ. 2015. Preekgeboorte. Potchefstroom: Potchefstroom Theological Publications. ISBN: 9780869552285 (Te koop by Administratiewe Buro 018 297 3986)
Fee, G.D. 2002. New Testament Exegesis: A Handbook for Students and Pastors. Third Edition. Louisville: Westminster John Knox.
Stuart, D. 2009. Old Testament Exegesis: A Handbook for Students and Pastors. Fourth Edition. Louisville: Westminster John Knox.
NTES212
De Klerk, BJ & Van Rensburg, FJ. 2015. Conceiving a sermon. Potchefstroom: Potchefstroom Theological Publications. ISBN: 9780869552285 (Te koop by Administratiewe Buro 018 297 3986)
De Klerk, BJ & Van Rensburg, FJ. 2015. Preekgeboorte. Potchefstroom: Potchefstroom Theological Publications. ISBN: 9780869552285 (Te koop by Administratiewe Buro 018 297 3986)
NTES222
No books necessary. All the material necessary is provided in the eFundi site.
OTES112
Hays, J.D. & Duvall, J.S. 2012. The Baker Illustrated Bible Handbook. Available as e- book. ISBN 9781441240262
OTES122
Hill, A.E. & Walton, J.H. 2009. A survey of the Old Testament. 3rd ed. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan.
Recommended
Longman, T. III. 2005. How to read Genesis. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press.
Longman, T. III & Dillard, R.B. 2006. An introduction to the Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan.
Waltke, B.K. 2007. An Old Testament Theology: an exegetical, canonical, and thematic approach. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan.
OTES212
Hill, A.E. & Walton, J.H. 2009. A survey of the Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan.
Stuart, D. 2009. Old Testament exegesis: a handbook for students and pastors. Louisville, KY: John Knox.
OTES222
Hill, A.E. & Walton, J.H. 2009. A survey of the Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan.
PAST121
No books necessary. All the material necessary is provided in the eFundi site.
TEOL111
No books necessary. All the material necessary is provided in the eFundi site.
A student applies at the Unit for Open Distance Learning (for distance studies), Mafikeng Campus (for contact studies) or Vaal Triangle Campus (for contact studies) on the prescribed application form and register for the above mentioned modules for non-degree purposes and send the complete application form back to the Unit or specific Campus. On p1 of the application form is a list of all the supporting documents that must accompany the application. Please note that the documents need to be certified and the applicant must send the academic record of the B-degree.
If the student wants to start with classes in February 2019, the application must reach the NWU not later than 30 September 2018.
With registration, a minimum amount of R9 500.00 is payable. Use the student number as reference.
The account details are:
BRANCH CODE
ACCOUNT NUMBER
ABSA
632 005
4070099350
FNB
240 438
62161907335
NEDBANK
171 338
1713378531
STANDARD BANK
052 838
330384465
B-Status or BTh?
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Duration
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1. Unit for Open Distance Learning and contact studies on Mafikeng Campus
1.1 Content
2 Vaal Triangle Campus
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Text Books
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Enquiries
016 910 3464.
018 389 2698.