Ordination Pathway 1: Post-Graduate Studies
The completion of a minimum two year (full-time equivalent) post graduate qualification in theological or ministry studies from a Denominational or Partner College of The Wesleyan Methodist Church. The total demand in learning hours is approximately 2400 hours for a two year Masters degree and 3600 hours for a three year Master of Divinity degree.
List of subjects to be completed at Post-Graduate level in Pathway 1
Bible
- Biblical Overview unit
- Biblical Interpretation/Exegesis
- Biblical Studies Unit
Church History
- Church History Survey
- Wesleyan History
Theology
- Introduction to Theology
- Wesleyan Theology
- Advanced Theology Unit
- Ethics or Apologetics
Practical Ministry
- Introductory to Preaching
- Theology and Practice of Worship
- Church Administration and Management
- Evangelism or Church Planting or Missions unit
- Christian Leadership
- Pastoral Care and Counselling
- Introduction to Christian Education or Introduction to Pastoral Ministry
Required Denominational Modules
- Wesleyan Methodist Handbook
- Chairmanship