BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN STUDIES
OVERVIEW
The Bachelor of Christian Studies is a four year distance education programme under Senate of Serampore College( University).
- Prerequisite: A Bachelors degree from a recognized university.
- Duration: 4 years
- Subjects: The student will be exposed to various subjects including Theology, Bible, History, Religion and Social issues.
- Assignments: Each month, students are required to do an assignment for each subject. These are to be submitted by email.
- Examinations: October/November of each year, at FTS, Manakala.
- Classes: One week contact classes will be held at FTS every year.
- Study Guides: As soon as the fees are paid for each year, you will receive the Study Guides as a PDF file.
- Fees: A one time payment per year is to be made to FTS.
- Application: Download an application now. Click here
- Communication: The preferred mode of communication is by email – bcs@ftseminary.com
- Further Studies: After successful completion of the BCS course, you may apply for the Master of Christian Studies (MCS) through Serampore University.
- More Questions? For further information, send an email to bcs@ftseminary.com
MAIN OBJECTIVES
- To develop students who are personal and community centered
- To equip students to become effective witnesses in their vocations
- To equip students with various tools of interpretation so that they may read the Bible in the appropriate context
- To impact students with the Gospel of Jesus Christ as a transforming power in their personal, ecclesial and social lives
- To enhance spiritual perceptions and commitment to serve the Lord in the Indian context
Admission Requirements for BCS Studies (Distance Education)
This course is mainly meant for Christian men and women. It is a four year degree programme of theological studies under the Senate of Serampore College (University). Candidates at the time of admission to the B.C.S. degree course must satisfy the following conditions:
- Completed 18 years of age but not exceeding 35 years. The admissions committee has the discretion in giving a concession concerning the age.
- Persons with a born again Christian experience and a desire to be a witness while engaged in their profession. Moreover, the candidate should have been a member and of good standing with a Church for at least two years.
- Must have earned a bachelors degree from a recognized University.
- Candidates must have a working knowledge of English.
Application
- Download an application form now. BCS Application Form
- An application form can be obtained from the office of the Director of Admissions by paying Rs. 200/- as application fee.
- Online applicants shall pay the amount of 100/- by DD (demand draft) in favor of Faith Theological Seminary, Manakala with the filled application form. Online transfer is also possible.
- All application requirements are to be fulfilled by the last day of August of every academic year.
- For the current cost of BCS studies, please send an email to bcs@ftseminary.com
Current BCS students – Send an email to bcs@ftseminary.com to get updates and information.