Programmes Offered

The programmes offered by the Harare Theological College are at the Diploma and Degree levels. For those in our day programme, after three years and the successful completion of all the required courses along with a demonstration of Christian character becoming of one going into Christian service, a student will receive either a Diploma or Degree in Theological Studies. Along with regular class work, every student is channeled into an area of Field Work during the college term in which practical Christian ministry skills are developed under the supervision of experienced mentors. We also offer a part-time evening programme (Research Tutorial Programme) for those wishing to pursue a degree in theology over a period of four or more years. This programme is designed for the more mature student who has been significantly involved in Christian ministry. Our programmes are designed primarily to prepare the student to think and communicate biblically and to be an effective worker within any local church where the historical truths of the Christian faith are adhered to and vibrantly promoted. We also make every attempt to be aware of the African religious and social context in which we find ourselves.
Those wishing to attend a selection of classes for their personal growth and development and not pursue a diploma or degree are invited to audit the classes we offer.

Graduation Requirements

Satisfactory completion of academic work include the following:
1. For a Diploma in Theology:

a. Completion of all subjects as listed in the diploma curriculum with an average grade of 60% or better.
b. No more than 4 failures in 3 years and no more than 2 of these being permitted in any given year.
c. No diploma student may fail Academic Writing I or II or Research Writing or Bible Study Methods in their first year. If a student fails any of these courses, he or she will be asked to withdraw from HTC and will be allowed to attempt the failed course/s one more time the following year when the course/s are offered again.

2. For a Degree in Theology:

a. Completion of all subjects as listed in the degree curriculum with an average grade of 60% or better.
b. If a degree student fails any course, he or she will have to repeat the course. The academic dean in consultation with the faculty has the right to demote the student to the level of a diploma student at any time if in his judgment the student is deemed incapable of degree level work.
c. No degree student may get less than 60% in Academic Writing I or II or *Research Writing or *Bible Study Methods which are first year courses. If a student does not achieve a grade of 60% or better in these courses, he or she will be asked to either withdraw from HTC and will be allowed to attempt the failed course/s one more time the following year when the course/s are offered again.

The following grade scale applies at H.T.C.:

A -- 80-100% (Excellent Work)
B -- 70-79% (Very Good Work)
C -- 60-69% (Average Work)
D -- 50-59% (Below Average Work)
F -- 49% and below (Unsatisfactory Work)

In addition to the above requirements, each student is required to participate in a Field Work assignment each term, and a one month internship in their final year. Demonstration of Christian character and diligence in Christian work will be taken into account before a diploma or degree is awarded.

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