Term 1
Old Testament Survey I- An overview and analysis of the Bible from Genesis through to the Song of Solomon
Doctrine I – Bibliology (Study of the Bible), Theology (Study of God) and Christology (Study of Christ)
Hermeneutics – Learn the science of studying and interpreting the Bible and accurately applying it to a relevant and understandable context.
Pedagogy – Gain valuable skills in the laws and methods of teaching, plus specific techniques for engaging different age groups.
Spiritual Life – An in-depth look at developing and maintaining your spiritual life with a special focus on holiness
Research and Study Skills – Learn essential study skills needed for getting the most out of the Gap Year Program and beyond
Term 2
Old Testament Survey II- An overview and analysis of the Old Testament major and minor prophets
Church History I – Explore the development of the church from Pentecost through to the schism of AD1054
Doctrine II – Study Pneumatology, Soteriology, Eschatology, Ecclesiology, Angelology, Anthropology and Hamartiology
New Testament Survey I – An overview and analysis of the four Gospels and Acts
Personal Evangelism and World Religions- Explore the foundations and methods of evangelism and discipleship with special focus on major world religions and cults
Missions I - Explore the philosophy of missions, its Biblical, Historical foundations and current missionary considerations in the world today
Term 3
New Testament Survey II - An overview and analysis of Romans to Revelation
Christian Evidences - An introduction to apologetics and equipping students in the defence of their faith
Church History II – Explore Church history from AD1054 to the Present-Day
Speech and Preaching – Develop the art of public speaking and Homiletcs (preaching the Word)
Missions II - Practical information and skills helpful for preparation for the mission field with special focus on cross cultural considerations
Leadership training Seminar - Prepares students for leading on short term youth missionary teams and working with Teen Missions Bases worldwide
Applied First Aid - Learn the basics in first Aid and be ready for many situations through this Nationally Recognised Qualification
All year delivery
Personal and Spiritual Growth for Ministry – Assists students holistically with their spiritual journey with special focus on mentoring, goal setting and guiding them in personal and spiritual development for ministry
Practical Life Skills for ministry - Afternoon training that prepares and equips students for their internship and enables them to become competent in performing a wide variety of practical tasks that are often used in everyday missionary life.
Local Ministry outreach – Develop an outward focus and integrate all areas of learning into an authentic ministry environment in the local community
Internship Electives
Youth Leadership in Missions Internship (8 weeks) – Students are placed as leaders on a Teen Missions International Australia summer team. Designed to give students workplace experience in a cross-cultural ministry context and give them an opportunity to demonstrate the integration of their 9 months of study within a missionary workplace environment. Special consideration is given to Youth Leadership and the discipleship of teenagers within a missionary cross-cultural context.
Missionary Placement Internship (17weeks) – Students spend their internship at one of the many Teen Missions bases around the world. Designed to give students workplace experience in a cross-cultural ministry context and give them an opportunity to demonstrate the integration of their 9 months of study within a missionary workplace environment.
