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Diploma Programs

Build your calling. Strengthen your foundation. Lead with purpose.

At HolyCross College of Theology, our Diploma Programs are designed to equip believers with sound biblical knowledge, practical ministry skills, and spiritual depth for impactful Christian service. These programs provide a flexible and accessible pathway for individuals who desire to grow in faith, leadership, and ministry effectiveness—no matter their location.

This is the “deep dive” for those who want to have a good understanding of the Word of God. The Diploma in Theology lays out a rich framework for the interpretation of the scripture and knowledge of the big picture of God’s plan of redemption. It’s about developing an unmovable theological base in an ever-shifting world. Moreso, this program goes beyond traditional classroom study by connecting Biblical Hermeneutics with the practical needs of Community Development. It is a rigorous journey through the narrative of Scripture, providing students with the theological tools to address poverty, injustice, and systemic challenges from a Christ-centred perspective.

 

Core Competencies: Biblical and Systematic theology, Biblical interpretation (hermeneutics), church history, apologetics, Theology of Development.

 

The Impact: Graduates emerge with clarity and confidence to either continue their studies or move into mission work or any type of ministry requiring sound doctrine and biblical depth.

Leadership, in a Christian context, has nothing to do with power; it is about influence and stewardship. This program challenges students to work on their character as much as their skills. We integrate biblical models of leadership (such as Nehemiah and Paul) with modern organisational models to help you lead your team, drive positive change, and keep your vision aligned with God’s heart.

 

Core Competencies: Servant leadership, strategic planning, conflict management, ethical decision making

 

The Impact: This diploma prepares people for both ministry and organisation, in roles such of pastors and department heads, or for creating ministries, to lead with integrity and spiritual preparedness.

Leadership, in a Christian context, has nothing to do with power; it is about influence and stewardship. This program challenges students to work on their character as much as their skills. We integrate biblical models of leadership (such as Nehemiah and Paul) with modern organisational models to help you lead your team, drive positive change, and keep your vision aligned with God’s heart.

 

Core Competencies: Servant leadership, strategic planning, conflict management, ethical decision making

 

The Impact: This diploma prepares people for both ministry and organisation, in roles such of pastors and department heads, or for creating ministries, to lead with integrity and spiritual preparedness.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

PROGRAM
LENGTH
in years

18

months

CREDIT
TOTAL

22

COST per
credit hour

$70

COURSES

FIRST SESSION (6 Modules)

BIB 115      Old Testament Introduction 3 Credits
ICT 119      Essentials of ICT 3 Credits
BIB 116      New Testament Introduction 3 Credits
THE 158      Christian Ethics and Values 3 Credits
CHM 131      The Christian Life 3 Credits
THD 168      Christian Apologetics 3 Credits

Elective Courses
CHM 129      Celestial Church and Christian Identity 3 Credits

SECOND SESSION

ENG 176      Writing Skills 3 Credits
PSY 135      Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits
BCT 130      Biblical Worldview and Critical Thinking 3 Credits
CED 143     Educational Ministries of the Church 3 Credits

THIRD SESSION

BIB 239      Topics in Biblical Theology 3 Credits
CHM 127      Christian Family Living 3 Credits
SOC 252      Sociology of Education 3 Credits
CED 240     Educational Administration and Management 3 Credits
CED 218     Education, Culture and Society 3 Credits
CED 250     Youth and Adult Education 3 Credits

FORTH SESSION

CED 232      History and Philosophy of Christian Education 3 Credits
GCE 137      Guidance and Counselling 3 Credits
CED 238      Teaching and General Methodology 3 Credits
CED 296     Curriculum Development and Faith Integration 3 Credits
Elective Course
ENG 298     Research Essay 3 Credits

FIRST SESSION (6 Modules)

BIB 115      Old Testament Introduction 3 Credits
ICT 119      Essentials of ICT 3 Credits
BIB 116      New Testament Introduction 3 Credits
THE 158      Christian Ethics and Values 3 Credits
CHM 131      The Christian Life 3 Credits
THD 168      Christian Apologetics 3 Credits

Elective Courses
CHM 129      Celestial Church and Christian Identity 3 Credits

SECOND SESSION

ENG 176      Writing Skills 3 Credits
PSY 135      Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits
BCT 130      Biblical Worldview and Critical Thinking 3 Credits
LED 184     Mentoring and Coaching in Leadership 3 Credits

THIRD SESSION

BIB 239      Topics in Biblical Theology 3 Credits
CHM 127      Christian Family Living 3 Credits
DEV 252      Development and Social Change 3 Credits
THD 147     Human Development and the Bible 3 Credits
MGT 227     Strategic Communication & Conflict Resolution 3 Credits
LED 254     Mastering Self-Leadership and Emotional Intelligence 3 Credits

FORTH SESSION

CHH 156      Women in Church History 3 Credits
MGT 236      Organisational Management & Vision Casting 3 Credits
LED 249      Biblical Foundation of Women in Leadership 3 Credits
LED 258     Ethical Leadership 3 Credits
Elective Course
ENG 298     Research Essay 3 Credits

FIRST SESSION (6 Modules)

BIB 115      Old Testament Introduction 3 Credits
ICT 119      Essentials of ICT 3 Credits
BIB 116      New Testament Introduction 3 Credits
THE 158      Christian Ethics and Values 3 Credits
CHM 131      The Christian Life 3 Credits
THD 168      Christian Apologetics 3 Credits

Elective Courses
CHM 129      Celestial Church and Christian Identity 3 Credits

SECOND SESSION

ENG 176      Writing Skills 3 Credits
PSY 135      Introduction to Psychology 3 Credits
BCT 130      Biblical Worldview and Critical Thinking 3 Credits
CED 143     Educational Ministries of the Church 3 Credits

THIRD SESSION

BIB 239      Topics in Biblical Theology 3 Credits
CHM 127      Christian Family Living 3 Credits
DEV 252      Development and Social Change 3 Credits
THD 147     Human Development and the Bible 3 Credits
THE 236     African Christian Theology 3 Credits
MN 223     Expository Preaching and Homiletics 3 Credits

FORTH SESSION

CHM 258      Church and Society 3 Credits
BIB 245      The Gospels and the Life of Jesus 3 Credits
BIB 296      The Letters of Paul 3 Credits
REL 269     Comparative Study of Religion 3 Credits
Elective Course
ENG 298     Research Essay 3 Credits

ARE YOU PREPARED
TO MOVE AHEAD?

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