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 DISTANCE AND EXTENSION LEARNING PROGRAM
Train for ministry wherever you are.
Pursue graduate theological training wherever you are.
Do you desire to be better equipped for your ministry but you cannot attend school or seminary?
Have you dreamed about graduate theological training but for any of a dozen reasons this has not been possible for you – not enough funds, family or work situation does not allow you to go away, or you don’t want to leave your present church ministry?
You can now complete your graduate degree without leaving your family, home, ministry, or workplace (career). You can begin at any time, and complete your studies in your own time (work at own pace). You can structure your training program to your needs and learning style.
How? Alliance Graduate School in partnership with other schools has developed the new Distance and Extension Learning Program (DELP). This is a modular program that will enable students to complete a graduate degree in theological training by enrolling for and completing modules in their own time and through either independent studies or attending extension modules.
Some of our courses have been adapted from the Institute of Theological Studies and these courses were developed by well renowned professors like Drs. Kenneth Gangel, Bruce Waltke, Garth Rosell, Roger Greenway and Patrick Cate.
By taking 9 units every 6 months you could complete a degree in 2 1/2 years. However, if you are very busy you would most likely do it in 3-4 years, but all of it while you remain in your ministry.
For a Filipino Student (taking 12 units) |
Residential (1 semester) (6 months) |
DELP (6 months) |
| Tuition Fees |
Php 17,952 |
Php 20,000 (tuition only) |
| Books |
Php 2,500 |
Php 2,500 |
| Living Expenses (Metro Manila estimated average standard of living) |
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1. Monthly rental |
Php 7,000 x 6 –42,000 |
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2. Monthly light & water bills |
Php 1,000 x 6 – 6,000 |
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3. Monthly food & other household supplies
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Php 4,000 x 6 – 24,000 |
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4. Misc. expenses |
P3,000 x 6 –18,000 |
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| Mailing |
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Php 2,500 |
| Estimated Miscellaneous expenses (includes other school fees) |
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Php 10,000 |
TOTAL |
Php 110,452 |
Php 35,000 |
DELP aims to:
- Offer quality, affordable, graduate theological training for pastors, church workers, lay leaders and Christians which would enable them to remain within their ministries/churches.
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- Maintain the quality scholarship (academic excellence) for which the partner schools are known.
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- Establish and maintain a strong practical and ministry focus throughout the program. All courses, class work, seminars, papers, assignments, projects, etc. must always be related to, interact with, and refer to the practice of the ministry of the student. A reflective practice approach will be the main learning mode in this program, supplemented by other learning activities.
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| HOW DOES IT WORK? (PROGRAM STRUCTURE) |
DELP will be modular in structure. Students will enroll per module, one or more at a time. Students acquire credits as they complete modules. Modules will be in two formats.
Independent Learning Modules
These modules do not require any class attendance or on-campus time. The student will study independently under the guidance and supervision of a professor. Upon registration for the module a Module Study Kit will be sent to the student. This will include all the necessary materials to enable the student to complete the module - the syllabus and study guide; list of prescribed readings; list of assignments or projects to be completed; study notes; and other study tools like audio or video cassettes, or CD-ROM’s. Interaction between the tutor and student will take place through mail, telephone, or where possible through e-mail and chat rooms on the Internet. We plan to make these modules available on-line as soon as possible. Completion of an Independent Learning Module earns a student 3 credit units.
Extension Modules
These modules involve 30 hours of class interaction as well as readings and assignments, which may be completed before or after the extension sessions. These sessions will be offered at various extension centers, especially in Mindanao and the Visayas, e.g. KTS, (Davao), EBCS (Zamboanga), and Cebu. Other extension centers may be added in the future. Please enquire about the venue and dates of extension module offerings. Completion of an Extension Module earns a student 3 credit units. AGS Summer Modules offered at AGS, Manila, can also be taken for credit in DELP.
- Purpose
The Master in Christian Studies is designed for those wishing to complete a general course of theological studies to enrich their ministry effectiveness and deepen their understanding of the Christian faith. This program is especially appropriate for those contemplating ministry in a lay leadership context or a para-church ministry. It allows maximum flexibility in selecting courses suited to the needs and interests of the individual.
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Focus Area – 12 units (4 courses)
General Christian Studies: (any 4 courses)
The student can also focus on one of the following areas by taking 4 courses in that area
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Missions/Intercultural Studies
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- Required Core Courses – 30 units ( 10 courses)
- Biblical Studies - 12 units
- Theology, Church History/Ethics - 9 units
- Being a Servant Leader - 3 units
- Christian Spirituality - 3 units
- Open Elective - 3 units
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Master in Christian Leadership
- Purpose
The Master in Christian Leadership is intended for those who serve as Christian leaders, especially in church and para-church settings but also in other environments. It aims to equip participants to grow as transformational leaders and to equip them to become reflective practitioners enabling them to grow continuously as leaders, while remaining humble servants of God’s people.
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- Focus area – 12 units (4 courses)
- General Leadership (any 4 leadership courses)
- The student can also focus on one of the following leadership areas by taking 4 courses in that area.
- Church Leadership: Leadership and church administration courses
- Educational Leadership: Educational leadership and education courses
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- Required Core Courses – 30 units ( 10 courses)
- Biblical Studies - 12 units
- Theology, Church History/Ethics - 9 units
- Being a Servant Leader - 3 units
- Christian Spirituality - 3 units
- Open Elective - 3 units
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- Entrance requirements are the same as required by the participating schools for graduate level such as a bachelor’s degree of four years. In addition to this the following would also be entrance requirements:
- At the time of application the student should be involved in a church or church-related ministry, either full-time or part-time.
- Before application and enrollment for the first module, the student should have already completed two years of ministry-related work/experience, full-time or part-time.
- The normal/standard documentation required by the registrar.
- In addition to the normal documents required with application, the following documentation will also be required:
- In the case of full-time pastors or church workers - Permission and recommendation of immediate ministry superiors, e.g. church board, stating that they allow, recommend and support the student to enroll in this program.
- Evidence of financial support for the studies.
- Students should apply for admission into DELP. Request the applications forms from the AGS Registrar or the DELP Coordinator (see contact addresses below.) Completed applications forms should be sent to AGS with all the necessary requirements, additional documents, and the application fee.
- Once admitted a student will receive an acceptance letter, the DELP Student Handbook, the list of modules being offered during the next 12 months, and registration forms for modules.
- Students will enroll (register) for individual modules by completing and sending the registration form with the payment to AGS or hand it in at the local school or center. Upon receipt of the registration and the payment (upon clearance of checks if payment is made by check) the syllabus/study guide with the additional materials and resources will be sent to the student.
- All payments must be made pre-paid in full before any study packages will be sent or students allowed to attend extension classes.
- One-time, non-refundable application fee – P500.
- Extension Modules – P5000.
- Independent Learning Modules – P5000.
CONTACT ADRESSES AND PERSONS |
All inquiries and applications should be directed to
The DELP Coordinator or the AGS’ registrar
Alliance Graduate School
101 Dangay St., Veterans Village
Project 7, Quezon City
Telephone Nos: (632) 411-4357 to 59, (632) 371-3984 to 85 Locals 103, 109 and 132
Fax: (632) 373-6439
Email: delp@ags.edu.ph
registrar@ags.edu.ph |
