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 3^rd 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.

 

1. Unit for Open Distance Learning and contact studies on Mafikeng Campus

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.

 

1.1 Content

2019 B-Status consists out of 120 credits of theological subjects:

1st semester:

NTES112 (12) - 1st sem 1^st year module

OTES112 (12) - 1st sem 1^st year module

DOGM211 (16) - 1^st sem 2^nd year module

NTES212 (8) - 1^st sem 2^nd year module

OTES212 (8) - 1^st sem 2^nd year module

 

2nd semester:

NTES123 (12) – 2^nd sem 1^st year module

OTES122 (12)– 2^nd sem 1^st year module

NTES222 (8) – 2^nd sem 2^nd year module

OTES222 (8) – 2^nd sem 2^nd year module

 

And three of the following:

MISS211 (8) – 1^st sem 2^nd year module TEOL111 (8) – 1st sem 1^st year module ETIE121 (8) – 2^nd sem 1^st year module PAST121 (8) – 2nd sem 1^st 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

 

2       Vaal Triangle Campus

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.

 

2.1    Content

2019 B-Status consists out of 120 credits of theological subjects:

1st semester:

BYBV113 (OT) (12) – 1st year module

BYBV211 (Christian Ethics) (16) – 2^nd year module

BYBV312 (OT) (32) – 3^rd year module

 

2nd semester:

BYBV123 (NT) (12)– 1st year module

BYBV223 (Pastoral Care) (16) – 2^nd year module

BYBV323 (NT) (32) – 3^rd 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)

• Contact person: Petro Kroeze (018 297 3986/7 & http://ptpboeke.co.za/shop/ or bestellings@gksa.co.za)

 

Van Schaik

• 018 294 8875 or vspotch@vanschaik.com
• 016 985 1144 or vsnwu@vanschaik.com

 

Protea

• 018 297 1583 or dbutow@proteaboekwinkel.com
• 016 932 1791 or vaal@proteaboekwinkel.com

 

Way forward

• 018 294 3639 or info@wayforwardshop.com

 

 

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

 

 

• Distance studies:  Dr Petria Theron - petria.theron@nwu.ac.za 018 285 2036.
• Vaal Triangle Campus:  Prof Hans van Deventer – hans.vandeventer@nwu.ac.za
  016 910 3464.
• Mafikeng Campus:  Prof Hannes Knoetze – hannes.knoetze@nwu.ac.za
  018  389 2698.