Full-time Bachelor of Theology

Thoroughly Equipped to Teach and Lead the Church

A 120-credit Bachelor of Theology: 3.5 years of residential study followed by one semester of internship in a local church.

Full-time residential • 3.5 years + 1 internship semester • 120 credits

Bachelor of Theology (B.Th)

The College’s single programme, equipping full-time servants of God with a foundation in Scripture, theology and ministry skills. One credit equals 16 class hours and about 32 hours of self-study.

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Residential study
Residential study
Students live together in unity, growing in knowledge and spiritual discipline every day.

Bible & original languages

Introductory Greek, Hebrew and hermeneutics.

Weekend ministry

Weekly service in local churches.

One-semester internship

A church internship before graduation.

Bachelor of Theology Curriculum (120 credits)

01

Bible & Original Languages

Texts and tools for sound interpretation.

  • Old Testament Survey
  • New Testament Survey
  • Bible Study Methods
  • Introductory Greek
  • Introductory Hebrew
Load36 credits
02

Theology & History

Doctrinal foundations and church history.

  • Biblical Theology
  • Systematic Theology
  • Church History
  • History of Protestantism in Vietnam
Load32 credits
03

Practical Ministry

Pastoral and teaching skills.

  • Homiletics
  • Pastoral Care
  • Christian Education
  • Missiology
Load28 credits
04

Skills & Internship

Academic writing and church internship.

  • Academic Writing (Turabian)
  • Weekend Ministry
  • Church Internship (1 semester)
Load24 credits

Graduation Requirements

At least 120 credits

Required and elective courses over 3.5 years of residential study.

One-semester internship

Completed in a local church.

Financial clearance

All financial obligations settled before graduation.

A new cohort every two years

Entrance exams take place in July–August of the admission year: a 120-question multiple-choice test on the Bible, basic doctrine and church history, followed by an interview about your calling.

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Classroom
Our approach

Whole-Person Training

A balance of theory and practice, where quality matters more than quantity.

Grounded in Scripture

The Bible is the highest authority in every subject.

Small Classes

Teachers and students live closely and model a life of service.

Ministry in Practice

Weekend ministry and a one-semester church internship.

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Admission Process & Financial Support

  1. Step 01

    Submit your application

    Application form, copies of certificates, baptism certificate and a letter of recommendation.

    Deadline as announced

  2. Step 02

    Written exam

    120 multiple-choice questions on the Bible, basic doctrine and church history.

    July

  3. Step 03

    Interview

    A conversation with the Admissions Committee about your calling and hopes for the future.

    In person at the College

  4. Step 04

    Enrolment

    Receive your letter of admission and attend the opening ceremony.

    September

Tuition scholarship fund

Tuition of 20,000,000 VND/year and a scholarship fund

Tuition covers only about half of the real cost of each student (meals, weekend ministry and living support). The tuition scholarship fund helps students from difficult circumstances study with peace of mind.

The Church needs faithful shepherds

Ready to Begin Your Journey of Spiritual Preparation?

The College office is always glad to advise you on admission requirements and the path that fits your calling.