Degree Program Under Senate of Serampore Regulation
Duration: 3 years
nature of the program:
The B.Th. Degree programme is the basic theological degree offered under the Senate of Serampore College (University). The programme is designed for candidates who have just finished their +12 higher secondary studies. The Bachelor of Theology Degree is designed to prepare students for the foundations of theology as well as advanced level theological studies at a later stage. Thus, the B.Th. programme is designed for 3 years residential course offered to the students after their pre-university.
objectives of the program:
The objective of this course is to furnish students with every tool they will need to bring the word of God to the part of God’s church they serve.
To study and interpret the Bible in a way that will expose them to ideas and methods which will build up mature understanding of Christian faith.
To develop in students a spirituality that is both personal and community centered.
To equip students to become effective witnesses in their varied and diversified Christian vocations.
To create in students critical consciousness and openness of mind in order to analyze cultural, social, economic, political and ecclesiastical milieus.
admission requirements:
The candidate at the time of admission to the B.Th. degree course must be the one who has passed Higher Secondary Education (10+2).
criteria for admission
The college conducts entrance test and interview for the admission of the candidates. Candidates who seek admission are tested in the areas of Language (English), Scripture Knowledge and General Knowledge. To test the applicants’ ability to communicate in English, communication skills and assess the personality and commitment of the applicant, the candidate is also interviewed by the college council.