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PROSPECTUS | 2021
COURSE AND CAMPUS INFO
• NZ CERTIFICATE IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
• NZ DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES
• CCAMPUS LIVING AND ACCOMMODATION
• BEAUTIFUL BAY OF PLENTY
• INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
• FBC LECTURERS
• ADMISSION PROCESS
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 1
Check out our Campus
You are welcomed to check out our
Campus. We are in Welcome Bay, Tauranga
in the heart of the sunny Bay of Plenty
WELCOME
Here at Faith Bible
College, we are training
servants of Christ who
will be part of the Body
of Christ, changing the
world by the power of
God’s Holy Spirit and the
authority of His Word.
Such a task requires
much more than just education.
Academic and spiritual excellence are the
requirements at Faith. Nothing less than total
commitment to Christ Jesus, His Word and His
Spirit will succeed at Faith Bible College or in
life itself.
Are you looking for a College committed to
you in particular – a place where, although
you are trained with many others, individually
is recognised and your expression and
development are encouraged?
If you are seeking such a place, Faith Bible
College could be for you.
Des Short
PRINCIPAL
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Dr. Rev. Des Short, Mrs. Carley Short, Ps. David Dishroon, Mr. Ross Pellow, Ps. Harvey Walker,
Mr. Pat Buckley, Mr. David Turner, Ps. Russell Turner, Mr. David Cole, Ps. Peter Perumalla
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 2
Contents
Core Values 04
Mission Statement 04
Statement of Faith 05
About Tauranga 06
Campus Life 08
Accommodation 09
Student Facilities 10 CAMPUS LIFE 08
Studying with Us 12
Fees 13
International Students 14
Course Information 16
NZ Certificate In Christian Ministry 16
NZ Diploma in Christian Studies 17
Admission Information 18
General Requirements 18 COURSE INFO 16
Recognition of Prior Learning 19
How to Enrol Graduation Requirements 20
Campus Map 22
Teaching Faculty 24
College Staff 26
Write to us: Call us:
Faith Bible College P: +64 7 544 2463
Private Bag 12006,
Find us online:
Tauranga 3143, New Zealand
www.fbc.ac.nz facebook.com/FaithBibleCollege
E: registrar@fbc.ac.nz
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 3
GET FOUNDATIONS
FOR MINISTRY
Faith Bible College could
be the key to unlock all that
Core Values
God has intended you to be The body of Christ is diverse and just as a body, though one, has
and to do. The challenge many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so t is with
and discipline of the Christ. Faith Bible College (FBC) values each and every person
College is designed to bring with their individual callings to fulfil the wider purposes of God
out the utmost of God’s in the world today. Included in this section is the Statement of
purposes in each individual Faith to which Faith Bible College subscribes, in keeping with
in the atmosphere of the the Scriptural injunction: ‘Take heed to yourself and to the
Holy Spirit’s anointing. doctrine … Speak the things that are proper for sound doctrine.’
1 Timothy 4:16. We trust that you will find Faith Bible College a
The world is in need of such
place of balance between the foundational Word of God, and
individuals mature men
the Word’s agreement of the empowering of the Holy Spirit.
and women patterned
Faith Bible College strives for unity within the body and is a
after the Word of God
nondenominational Bible College. The College has relationships
with ministries prepared
with nearly every church denomination in New Zealand, with
spiritually, intellectually
the understanding that all churches have something unique to
and practically for victories
offer in the body of Christ. Although Faith Bible College is not
God intends for His Church;
affiliated with any particular denomination, it was birthed out
men and women filled with
of the Charismatic movement in New Zealand in 1967, a move
the desire to see the earth
that not only influenced the Charismatic Pentecostal Churches,
aflame with the glory of
but all churches throughout New Zealand. Faith Bible College
the Lord.
retains the empowerment and supernatural functioning of the
Holy Spirit, at its core to this day in accordance with Scripture.
We hope you enjoy finding out more about Faith Bible College
throughout this prospectus.
Faith Bible College Mission Statement
To prepare servant leaders for the end time global harvest
who manifest the character of Christ, and minister in the
supernatural power of the Holy Spirit.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 4
The Course objectives encompass three essential areas of Learning:
KNOWING Academic studies, Biblical, Ministry and Theological subjects
BEING Personal Spiritual Development through learning in an environment which
encourages individual spiritual development
DOING Practical Fieldwork. Experience through weekend outreaches and longer in-
church or mission work projects.
Faith Bible College’s Statement of Faith
01 We believe the Bible to be the inspired, 06 We believe in sanctification and
the only infallible, authoritative Word holiness of heart and the overcoming
of God. life as God’s design for the Church,
which is the bride of Christ.
02 We Believe in the triune Godhead as
eternally existent in three persons: 07 We believe in the baptism of the Holy
Father, Son and Holy Spirit Spirit as on the day of Pentecost and
in the continuing ministry of the Holy
03 We believe in the deity of Christ, in Spirit as evidence in charismatic gifts
His virgin birth, in His sinless life, in
and ministries, and in His fruit in the life
His miracles His vicarious and atoning
of the believer.
death through His shed blood, in His
bodily resurrection, in His ascension to 08 We believe that divine healing is
the right hand of the Father, and in His obtained on the basis of Atonement.
present priestly ministry.
09 We believe in Christ’s imminent
04 We believe in evangelistic and personal return in power and great
missionary fervour and endeavour. glory, and in His present and ever
lasting dominion.
05 We believe that for the salvation of lost
and sinful man, regeneration by the 10 We believe in the resurrection of both
Holy Spirit is absolutely essential. the saved and the lost: they that are
We further believe in the keeping saved into eternal life and they that are
power of God. lost to eternal punishment.
WHERE SPIRITUAL
MEETS PRACTICAL
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 5
Tauranga City
Tauranga is one of New Zealand’s fastest growing cites. Well known for its
temperate climate, beautiful beaches, and the iconic Mount Maunganui,
Tauranga is fast becoming an important cultural and economic centre –
as well as one of New Zealand’s premier holiday destinations.
Tauranga City is the centre of the fifth largest Tauranga is a very popular lifestyle and
urban area in New Zealand, with an urban tourism destination. It features many natural
population of 134,400 (June 2016) and is the attractions and scenery ranging from popular
most populous city in the Bay of Plenty Region beaches and harbour environments to lush
of the North Island of New Zealand. Tauranga’s bush-clad mountains with waterfalls and lakes.
nearest international airport is Auckland, which
The area offers the two magnificent ocean
is two and a half hours by car from Tauranga or
beaches of Mount Maunganui and Papamoa,
three quarters of an hour by plane.
plus all the harbour beaches from ‘the Mount’
Tauranga is one of New Zealand’s main centres to Katikati.
for business, international trade, culture,
Tauranga is a community orientated city, with
fashion and horticultural science. The Port
many hubs and shopping complexes including
of Tauranga is New Zealand’s largest port in
Papamoa’s Fashion Island and Plaza, Fraser
terms of gross export tonnage and efficiency.
Cove Shopping Centre, a Bethlehem Shopping
Much of the countryside surrounding Tauranga Complex, Bayfair Shopping Centre, and more.
is horticultural land, used to grow a wide There are also limitless community activities
range of fresh produce for both domestic hosted throughout various parts of Tauranga
consumption and export. There are many such as Jazz Festivals, Night Markets, Sporting
kiwifruit and avocados orchards as well as events and others.
other crops.
PLENTY TO DO IN
THE BAY OF PLENTY
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 6
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THE CHURCH OF TAURANGA Top Ten things to do
All the tourist attractions and activities aside, in Tauranga
Tauranga is known to Christians as being a
strong Christian City. With over 70 Churches, 01 Climb the Mount (Mount
Maunganui).
Tauranga has a large community of pastors
who work together to see a change in the city
02 Visit the Hot Pools: Welcome Bay
for the Kingdom of God. (5 minutes drive from campus); the
There is a huge community of Youth Mount salt water hot pools; and
Organizations, street evangelism teams, Fernland Spa in Bethlehem.
community outreach organizations and
healthy, progressive, Spirit-filled churches.
03 Surfing – or just swimming for
that matter – at the Mount Beach
Faith Bible College is not directly affiliated
(lessons available in summer).
with any particular denomination of Church in
Tauranga, but pastors f rom all denominations 04 Visit Matakana Island in Tauranga
acknowledge its special place in our city, Harbour.
contributing leaders and missionaries into the
community locally, national and internationally. 05 The Golf Driving Range.
We encourage all of our enrolling students to 06 The Strand – Restaurant Central on
get planted and involved in a local church to the Tauranga City waterfront – also
not only grow their gifts in ministry, but also host to numerous festivals through
because we hold unity in the church as a value, summer.
and not a preference.
07 Bayfair Shopping Centre at the
Mount and Tauranga Crossing Mall
THE NORTH ISLAND in Tauriko.
08 Visit and swim at the Waterfalls –
Kaite Falls is just a 10 minute drive
Auckland
(2.5 hours by car)
from campus.
09 Summer Markets at Mount
Tauranga Maunganui and Papamoa.
10 If you are really brave, our domestic
airport has skydiving, or you can go
Rotorua
(1 hour by car) paragliding off the Mount.
Taupo
Ruapehu Ski Fields (2 hours by car)
(4 hours by car) one of the most beautiful landscapes in the
world – you can complete a walk known as the
Tongariro crossing to see the majestic view.
Tauranga’s central Location in the Bay of Plenty Closer in the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel
puts it in close proximity to a lot of the tourist area there is the world famous Cathedral
and commercial centres of New Zealand. New Cove, Hot Water Beach and Matakana Island.
Zealand’s biggest city, Auckland is only a few Tauranga not only has the benefit of being a
hours drive away, as is the geothermal and beautiful place itself, but also being close to
cultural wonderlands of Rotorua and Taupo. some many beautiful cultural, and geographic
A few hours further south during winter, you attractions.
will be in Ski and Snow territory at the beautiful
Mt. Ruapehu. During summer, Mt Ruapehu,
Mt. Tongariro and Mt. Ngauruhoe are home to
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 7
FIND AN ATMOSPHERE
OF DEVOTION
Campus Life
Life at Faith Bible College is an amazing experience and you get the opportunity
to live with like-minded Christians who are passionate about God, many creating
memories and relationships that last a lifetime. The college student body is
mostly made up of Kiwis, but we do have a few international students who bring
a diversity to our Campus.
The campus of Faith Bible College is located Our strategic relationships with Youth With a
in a beautiful rural area in Welcome Bay, Mission Furnace, and local churches contribute
nestled about half way between Tauranga City, to bringing a diverse group of Christians, all
and New Zealand’s fastest growing suburb, who love God, onto the Campus.
Papamoa. On leaving Tauranga City, you take
The College has suitable facilities for students
the road leading to Mount Maunganui until
to enjoy, including a dedicated Prayer House
you come to a major intersection signposted
which is available 24/7 for students to use.
‘Welcome Bay’. The campus is a quick nine
There is unlimited campus wide Wi-Fi to stay
kilometers from this intersection and the
connected with friends and family.
College property is situated on the left just
prior to Otepou Primary School. We also boast of a family friendly campus with
accommodation suited for families: one and
Of Mediterranean styling, the College building
two bedroom units with separate bathrooms
are set in 20 acres of gardens, lawns and
and living spaces.
shrubs, according an ideal setting for walks
and meditation. Our large campus also makes
use of the warm climate by having many fruit
trees spread around campus, bringing forth an FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE HAS THE
abundance in their season. With a perfect mix PERFECT MIX OF CONVENIENCE
of convenience and seclusion, you can easily AND SECLUSION
find a quiet spot for meditation, study and
reflection as well as areas where you can have
lots of fun and great fellowship with Christians
on a similar journey as yourself.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 8
ACCOMMODATION
More and more Christian Colleges move family friendly campus with accommodation
towards correspondence programmes options ranging from comfortable dormitory
but Faith Bible College believes that the style single rooms, through to family units. All
on campus living experience provides an units are subject to availability. Check the latest
environment that immerses you with fellow Accommodation Form on our website for the
Christians on a similar path. We have a vibrant Room and Unit prices.
D BLOCK DORMITORIES
D Block Single Dorms are one of our most
affordable units. These single rooms have
access to communal bathrooms, a communal
kitchen and the student common room.
D Block Double Dorms can be shared with
another person or can be had all to yourself!
As per the single D Block dorms, they have
access to communal bathrooms, a communal
kitchen and the student common room.
E BLOCK TWO BEDROOM FAMILY UNITS
E Block Two Bedroom units are designed for
families with a few children. Each unit contains
two bedrooms, a bathroom, good cupboard
storage, and a large f ront room that can be a
lounge and dining area. This contains a small
kitchenette with a sink and two burner cook
top. These units also have a small f ront porch
and are in close proximity to washing machines
and clothes lines.
F BLOCK TWO BEDROOM FAMILY UNITS
F Block One Bedroom units are designed for
couples or small families. Each unit contains
its own bathroom, generous cupboard space,
a bedroom and a large f ront room which can
be used as a lounge / dining area, or can be
used as an additional sleeping area. F Block
front rooms contain a convenient kitchenette
with a sink and two burner cook top. These
units are in close proximity to washing
machines, dryers and clothes lines.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 9
THE PRAYER HOUSE
Faith Bible College has a Prayer House, which Used for everything from classes, to morning
has been designated specifically for prayer and devotions, weddings, 24 hour prayer and Bible
devotion. Open 24 Hours a Day for students, it reading events.
has become the spiritual hub of the College.
“Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts...” Acts 2:46
DINING HALL
Faith Bible College has a modern vibrant morning tea throughout the week it is
Dining Hall. The Prayer House might be the also used for special social events such as
spiritual hub of the campus, but the Dining our Welcome Nights, Fun Nights, &
Hall is the social hub. Graduation Dinners.
This is where residents of Faith Bible College
commune together. Hosting three meals and
“...They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts”
Acts 2:46
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 10OTHER FACILITIES
Operating for nearly 50 years, Faith Bible
College is a well resourced establishment.
Its facilities and features make it the perfect
learning and living environment for students.
This page covers some of our other resources
and facilities available for student use.
Campus Wi-Fi Service
No modern learning institute would be
complete without fast & reliable internet. Our
whole campus is covered by our Wi-Fi service,
delivering fast and reliable internet to all of our
students on their devices.
Common Rooms & Kitchens
The Faith Bible College Common Room is
equipped with a television, pool table, table
tennis table and comfortable sofas. There
is also a self contained kitchen nearby for
convenience.
Library
Our library, houses over 10,000 Christian
volumes and learning resources. The college Laundry & Cleaning
library is periodically updated with new books
Each accommodation block is equipped with
but it also has many rare, out of print editions.
washing machines, dryers, clean cloths, mops,
The library is equipped with PC’s and print &
brooms, vacuum cleaners, ironing and hot
copy facilities to support students’ learning
water facilities – everything you need to keep
needs. Comfortable study tables and sofas
clean and healthy!
make this a popular space for students.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 11A CAMPUS WITH A
DIFFERENCE
Studying with Us
CAMPUS BASED SCHEDULE
The following is the general weekly timetable observed by all campus-based courses. While there
are always some variations from week to week, “general activities” (items in highlighted boxes –
devotions, chapels, prayer cells, sports, work times, etc.) Remain the same. All students whether
they live in, or off-campus observe this timetable.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
8:45-9:35am Devotions Hour of Power Devotions Prayer Cells Period #13
9:40-10:30 Period #1 Period #4 Period #7 Period #10 Period #14
10:30-10:45
10:45-11:35 Period #2 Period #5 Period #8 Period #11 Period #15
Principal’s
11:45-12:35 Period #3 Period #6 Period #9 Period #12
Chapel
12:35-12:55 Student Duties
1:00 Lunch
Work Party
2:15-5:30 Tutorials
2:15-4:15pm
5:30 Dinner
7:15-10pm - - Faith Talk - -
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 12FEES
Completed application papers must be Both New Zealand and International Students
returned to the College, accompanied by Student tuition fees paid in advance and
a registration fee. The Registrar will notify accommodation fees paid more than two
the applicant of a decision concerning their weeks in advance are placed on deposit with
acceptance as soon as possible after receiving the Public Trust, and independent NZQA
all appropriate forms and documents. approved trust account provider. The Public
Trust will then pay the deposited funds to
International Students
the College at regular scheduled intervals,
International Students must pay their full
providing the student with ‘Fee Protection’
fees in advance before applying for a student
for the duration of their course. For more
visa. This is a New Zealand Immigration
information regarding this please contact
requirement. In the event an international
the College Registrar or Finance Manager.
student is unable to commence their study
programme, these fees will be refunded in full Public Trust Account Details:
in accordance with the College refund policy. Bank: BNZ
Branch: North End, Wellington
New Zealand Students
Deposit Serial Number: 3160599
Both the certificate and diploma courses are
Account Number: 02 0536 0305865 01
NZQA approved and accredited, and eligible
for student loans and allowances. For more Conflict of Interest
information about loan and allowances and In complying with the government requiring
eligibility, please go to the StudyLink website: all Private Training Establishments to provide
www.studylink.govt.nz or call 0800 88 99 00. a statement for students under the “Statutory
For those not taking loans, a personal financial Information statement for students required
plan for fee payment is arranged within the under Section 234B of the Education Act,” the
first week of arrival at College. College states that there are no governing
members of Faith Bible College that have
material conflicts of interest.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 13INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Code Eligibility
Faith Bible College has agreed to observe Most international students are not entitled
and be bound by the Code of Practice for to publicly funded health services while in
the Pastoral Care of International Students. New Zealand. If you receive medical treatment
Copies of the Code are available f rom the New during your visit, you may be liable for the
Zealand Ministry of Education website at www. full costs of that treatment. Full details on
minedu.govt.nz/international entitlements to publicly funded health services
are available through the Ministry of Health,
Immigration
and can be viewed on their website ay www.
Full details of immigration requirements, moh.govt.nz
advice on rights to employment in New
Zealand while studying, and re-porting Accident Insurance
requirements are available f rom Immigration The Accident Compensation Corporation
New Zealand, and can be viewed on their provides accident insurance for all New
website at www.immigration.govt.nz Zealand citizens, residents and temporary
visitors to New Zealand, but you may still be
Each international student (Australia citizens
liable for all other medical and related costs.
or residents are deemed to be “domestic
Further information can be viewed on the ACC
students” in New Zealand) will be re-quired
website at www.acc.co.nz
to enrol as stated, and on acceptance by the
College, payment of fees in advance, and Medical and Travel Insurance
return to the College of a signed “Contractual
International students must have appropriate
Agreement,” will then be issued with a letter of
and current medical and travel insurance while
eligibility. The student should submit this letter
in New Zealand.
along with their visa application to the nearest
New Zealand Consulate, who will then issue a English Language
student visa. To commence a course at Faith Where English is not the first language, a
Bible College you must have the correct visa; a student may be required to demonstrate
visitor’s permit is not sufficient. proficiency in written and/or spoken English.
To assess this prerequisite the language
requirements for entry to mainstream
programmes for any student for whom English
is a second language are:
FOR THE LEVEL 4 NZ CERTIFICATE IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
PROGRAMME
TOEFL
Cambridge NXCEL Pearson Test
TOEFL Paper Internet City & Guilds Language
IELTS Test1 English (a) Expiring of English
based test based test IESOL Cert
Examinations (b) Current (Academic)
(iBT)
FCE or FCE for
General or schools with a
Academic Score of 530 (a) Level 3 B2
Score of 46 score of 162. No PToE Communicator
score of 5.5 (with an essay (Academic) Communicator
(with a writing less than 154 in (Academic) IESOL (LRWS)
with no band score of 4.5 each skill. (b) Level 3 with a score
score of 20) score of 42 with PASS
score lower TWE) (Applied) of 42
than 5 OET at Grade C
in all sub-tests
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 14FOR THE LEVEL 5 NZ DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES PROGRAMME
TOEFL
Cambridge NXCEL Pearson Test
TOEFL Paper Internet City & Guilds Language
IELTS Test 1
English (a) Expiring of English
based test based test IESOL Cert
Examinations (b) Current (Academic)
(iBT)
FCE or FCE for
General or (a) Level 4
schools with a
Academic (General) or B2 Communicator
Score of 530 Score of 46 score of 162. No PToE
score of 5.5 (Workplace) Communicator IESOL (LRWS)
(with an essay (with a writing less than 154 in (Academic)
with no band each skill. (b) Level 4 with a score with HIGH
score of 5 TWE) score of 20) score of 42
score lower (General) or of 42 PASS
than 5 OET at Grade C
(Employment)
in all sub-tests
For more information about these English Proficiency Outcomes, please visit the NZQA website at:
http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-related-rules/programme-
approval-and-accreditation/8/18/
Accommodation for International Students on single room basis. Students can opt to have
In keeping with Faith Bible College’s provision a bigger unit at an extra cost. This is ordered
for students to provide accommodation in a on a first come first served basis. Rooms are
manner consistent with the standards and furnished with beds, mattresses, dressers,
requirements of the Code of Practice for study tables, waste baskets, chairs, pillows,
the Pastoral Care of International Students bedspreads, blankets and linen including
published by the Minister of Education , Faith electric blankets. Each accommodation block
Bible College strongly encourages international is equipped with ironing and hot water
students to live on campus. Accommodation is facilities, coin operated laundry machines and
dryers.
INTERNATIONALLY
RENOWNED
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 15Courses at Faith
These courses are lecture based and offered on our campus.
NEW ZEALAND CERTIFICATE IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
(INTERNSHIP STRAND)
Level: 04 Total Credits: 120 Programme Length: 40 Weeks
Entry Requirements: experience of their communities and who have
Applicants must be over 18 years (17 year olds attained the necessary theoretical knowledge
are accepted at the discretion of the College and practical skills to obtain employment or
Board of Trustees).This programme is an work in a voluntary capacity as pastoral leaders
open-entry course and there are no minimum and/or support staff associated with a variety of
academic requirements. Upon acceptance, pastoral work. This strand combines theory and
learners are required to sit for the Adult practical experience and will benefit graduates
Literacy Assessment Tool made available by enabling them to experience a real life
on the TEC website, and attend compulsory practical context.
Literacy Tutorials if applicable.
Outcome:
Course Description: Graduates with the Internship strand will have
The New Zealand Certificate in Christian the foundational theoretical knowledge and
Ministry is Faith Bible College’s first and practical skills so as to obtain employment as
foundational year of studies in Christian pastoral leaders and support staff. Graduates
development, ministry readiness training will be able to engage with and support their
and formation. It is taught in three stages. faith communities as guides, mentors and
Intakes of new students into the programme leaders in a local church or workplace under
are taken in February and July each year (with limited supervision.
graduations in November and June of the
Content:
following year for those commencing in July).
The programme is comprised of 7 courses.
Aim: These courses are structured so as to give
The purpose of this qualification is to provide learners a logical learning progression and
Christian churches and their agencies with an overall understanding of the qualification
individuals who can support and enhance the outcomes. Each course is made up of smaller
teaching modules linked together by theme.
Personal Integration and Transformation Biblical Foundations
• Prayer • Women in Ministry
• Spiritual Warfare • Apologetics
• Call of God • Isaiah
• Understanding Self • Romans
• Gifts of the Spirit • Feasts
• Song of Songs • Revivals
• Study Methods
Internship I: Community Outreach
Foundations for Biblical Studies • Outstations (Weekend Ministry) Evangelism
• Inductive Bible Study • Preaching
• Methods Bible Survey • Devotions
• Foundations of Doctrines
Internship II: Knowledge and Practice
• Tabernacle
• Youth Ministry
Christian Mission in Context • Children’s Ministry
• Foundation of Missions • Creative Arts
• Te Ao Maori and Noho Marae • Leadership
• Christian History Overview • Communication Skills
• Contemporary Christianity • Hour of Power / Prayer Cells
Internship III: Practical Ministry
• Practical Ministry (10-weeks)
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 16NEW ZEALAND DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN STUDIES (LEADERSHIP STRAND)
Level: 05 Total Credits: 120 Programme Length: 40 Weeks
Entry Requirements: community of practice through the delivery
Learners enrolling in the Level 5 programme of programmes; and is targeted at individuals
must be over 20 years of age and be able to who are ready for positions of leadership in a
demonstrate readiness to enter Christian variety of roles.
ministry. Learners must have completed the
Outcome:
Level 4 programme or its equivalent. Upon
Graduates with the Leadership strand will be
acceptance, learners are required to sit for the
able to integrate knowledge and key principles
Adult Literacy Assessment Tool made available
of Christian leadership and apply skills to
on the TEC website. .
facilitate team development, accomplish
Course Description: organisation goals and undertake some
It’s purpose is aimed at developing students areas of responsibility in Christian ministry.
in Christian ministry and includes field Graduates will benefit by having a qualification
experience learning. Applicants for this which recognises their broad understanding
programme have generally completed our of theology and Biblical foundations,
Level 4 NZ Certificate in Christian Ministry evaluation, strategic thinking, and applied
programme or its equivalent through another Christian leadership skills; enhancing their
Bible College, or can demonstrate a sufficient employment opportunities and/or ability
background in Christian learning or ministry to work in a voluntary capacity. Graduates
experience that will enable them to study will be capable of working autonomously
within the courses purpose and educational within established parameters with some
requirements. responsibility for the management of learning
and performance of others.
Aim:
Content:
The purpose of this qualification is to provide
Christian churches and their agencies with The New Zealand Diploma in Christian Studies
people who are able to evaluate and deliver is comprised of 6 courses which are 20 credits
ministry programmes within their specialist each. These courses are structured so as to
area(s), and lead a wide range of Christian give learners a logical learning progression and
operations. This qualification focuses on the an overall understanding of the qualification
application of the principles of theology, outcomes. Each course is made up of smaller
Biblical foundations and ministry in a teaching modules linked together by theme.
Faith in Context Leadership Principles & Practice I (Servant
• Prayer II Leadership
• Church Development Spiritual Formation • Leadership Foundations of Interpersonal
• People of God • Communication
• Practical Ministry I,II,III
Biblical Foundations
• New Testament Survey Leadership Principles & Practice II (Pastoral Care)
• Hermeneutics • Christian Communication (Preaching)
• Christian Worldview & Apologetics • Foundations of Ministry
• Ministry Practice
Theology
· Outstations
• Theology I
· Devotions
• Theology II
· Prayer Cells
• Pneumatology
· Hour of Power
Christian History & World Religions
• Christian History I
• Christian History II
• World Religions
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 17Accreditation As a result of the above, Faith Bible College is a
Courses at Faith Bible College are approved Category One provider. For more information
by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority about this, please go to the NZQA website at:
(NZQA) under the provisions of the Education http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/providers-partners/
Amendment Act 1990 and Faith Bible College external-evaluation-and-review/
is accredited to teach them. To read a copy of the college’s EER report,
go to: https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/nqfdocs/
External Evaluation and Review (EER)
provider-reports/8567.pdf
NZQA assesses the standard of education
for tertiary education organisations through Student Handbook
a regular system of External Evaluation and A Student Handbook will be given to you and
Review (EER). Through periodic EER, tertiary it contains information on College facilities,
education organisations are held accountable social life on campus, dormitory rules, spiritual
to their stakeholders – students, employers, life, plus some helpful steps in preparation for
churches, Christian organisations, funders, training at Faith Bible College
quality assurance bodies and other interested
parties. Discovery Week
This is our invitation to you to come and visit
In March 2019, Faith Bible College went
the College, staying for a day or a week. During
through its third EER and the results are as
this time, you can attend lectures, meet the
follows:
students and teachers, and participate in
• On educational performance: NZQA campus activities. This is a real ‘hands on’
is highly confident in the educational experience for anyone who is sensing a time
performance of Faith Bible College. of change in his or her life, or for anyone who
• Capability in self-assessment: NZQA just wants to come and have a look or take
is confident in the capability in self- time out.
assessment of Faith Bible College.
Admission Information
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The following are Faith Bible College’s general admission requirements
01 Faith Bible College invites applications 03 As instruction is in the English language,
from individuals who are committed proficiency in reading, writing and
to Jesus Christ and His Kingdom. Such working in English at the level of the
commitment should embrace: course’s instruction is required.
• an acceptance of the Bible as God’s 04 Good health is essential to successful
uniquely inspired revelation; study. All applicants are required to
forward the Faith Bible College Medical
· an evangelical position in doctrine;
Requirement Form with their Application
• a dedication to Christian Living; and Form.
• a desire to communicate the Gospel to
05 Attained the age of 18 by the
todays world. commencement of the programme.
02 It is understood that the working of the
Diploma Entry Requirements
Holy Spirit in a students life is necessary
To be eligible for admission into the NZ
for him/her to obtain the greatest benefit
Diploma in Christian Studies, you must have:
from study. Each prospective student
should know Jesus Christ as his/her Lord • Attained the age of 20 by the
and Saviour, and is expected to be a commencement of the programme.
member in good standing of some local
• Evidence of previous academic achievement
congregation of believers.
and/or ability in a related ministry
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 18development studies programme at Level 4
where English is the medium of instruction;
or
• Graduation from Faith bible College’s
NZ Certificate in Christian Ministry with
a minimum of a 2.5 GPA
Upon acceptance, learners are required to sit
for the Adult Literacy Assessment Tool made
available on the TEC website.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
and Transfer of Credits
Faith Bible College will consider a student’s
application for RPL and the transfer of valid
credit that has a clear correspondence to the
programme requirements of the qualification
the student has enrolled in. Such credits must
be validated and based on documentation
supplied by the student and considered be-
fore programme commencement. There is a
Recognition of Prior Learning/Transfer of Credit
Form available at the Registrar’s office.
Student Loans and Allowances (NZ
students only)
Financial assistance f rom the New Zealand
Government in the Form of Student Allowance
and Student Loan is available to all students
who satisfy the criteria. Information on both
allowance and loans is available f rom any
StudyLink office (website: studylink.govt.nz or
phone: 0800 88 99 00).
Fees Free (NZ students only)
You may be eligible for fees-f ree if this is the
first time you’re studying at a tertiary level or
training. For eligibility criteria, go to https://
www.feesfree.govt.nz/eligibility-criteria/ or
phone: 0800 687 775
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 19HOW TO APPLY
Students are admitted in February or July each Trustees in accordance with NZQA regulations.
year. Because the number of places is limited, Withdrawal from a programme of study also
it is advisable to submit applications as far in means withdrawal from Faith Bible College.
advance of the desired enrollment date There is no refund of tuition fees after the first
as possible. eight days of study in any course except in
regard to paragraph ‘c’ below.
You can request an Enrolment Pack from the
Registrar by phone on 07 544 2463 extension International Students
704 or email registrar@fbc.ac.nz. This Enrolment
If a student withdraws from their enrolment
Pack includes:
within the first ten days, up until the end of the
These are also available to download and print tenth working day after the start of the course
yourself from our website www.fbc.ac.nz/ which is the first day (known as “the early
enrol-now/ To apply: withdrawal period”), the student is entitled to
receive a full refund less a deduction for costs
• Complete the Enrolment Form, and have a
incurred by the college up to a maximum
medical practitioner complete the Medical
of 25% of fees paid. This is the policy of Faith
Requirement Form on your behalf. The
Bible College Board of Trustees in accordance
Pastor’s Reference Form (Section B) should
with NZQA regulations. For more information
be completed by your pastor.
on refunds and withdrawals visit http://www.
• Enclose your registration fee. legislation.govt.nz/regulation/public/2012/0312/
• Be sure to attach one recent passport sized latest/whole.html. Withdrawal from a
photo and a certified copy of either your programme of study also means withdrawal
birth certificate or passport. A letter of from Faith Bible College. There is no refund
character reference is also needed and of tuition fees after the first ten days of study
can be forwarded directly to us. in any course except in regard to paragraph
‘c’ below.
Post the forms to:
All notices of withdrawal must be submitted
The Registrar
to the Principal using the `Student Withdrawal
Faith Bible College
Form’ available from the Registrar’s office.
Private Bag 12006
Tauranga 3143 New Zealand If the College Management deems there are
circumstances warranting the consideration
Withdrawal Policy of a partial refund of tuition after the eight-day
Students are advised to read the following “early withdrawal period”, such refunds will not
information carefully. This information is the exceed 50% of the unused tuition monies held,
College’s policy statement and procedure plus the Registration Fee. Students are also
concerning course withdrawal and refund required to fill in the Public Trust Refund Form
of fees. if refunds are to be made.
A student may withdraw from their enrolment Subject to the provision of two weeks notice of
at Faith Bible College at any time, but not vacating the campus, unused accommodation
without its consequences. All such withdrawals charges will be refunded in full. When
should first be discussed with the Principal, two weeks notice is not provided before
and after that must be in writing. Domestic vacating campus, this will be deducted on
Students an assessment against the notice period in
relationship to an actual date of vacating. The
If a student withdraws from their enrolment
College also reserves the right to retain monies
within the first eight days, up until the end
in connection to any damages incurred by the
of the eighth day after the start of the course
student to the accommodation facility.
(known as “the early withdrawal period”), the
College will refund an amount equal to the The college will notify New Zealand
sum of the amount paid less a deduction of Immigration Service when an international
the lesser of 10% of the fees paid or $500. This student withdraws or if a student’s enrolment
is the policy of Faith Bible College Board of is terminated.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 20Graduation Requirements • Have demonstrated consistent and
The Graduation requirement in all courses reliable participation in the worshiping life,
require the students to: scheduled campus-life duties, fellowshipping
and recreation activities of the campus-
• Attend and fully participate in classroom
based community.
and other scheduled teaching and learning
experiences Assessments
• Achieve in subject related competency Assessment for subject studies takes various
assessments. forms and is designed to enable students to
learn the knowledge elements and integrate
• Successfully complete the work and
them into life-ministry skills and practice
competency assessments for practical field
competencies in accordance with the overall
work stages or elements of courses.
learning purposes of the certificate or diploma
• Have paid all fees, course costs and other for which they are enrolled. As assessments are
accounts the student has with the College varied they may be in written, oral or practical
demonstration formats.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 21Campus Map
Houses
1. House One
2. House Two
3. House Three
4. House Four
Admin and Common Areas
5. Main Prayer House
6. Side Room Main Prayer House
22 > FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE > PROSPECTUS
7. Middle Prayer House
8. Small Prayer House
9. Kitchen & Dining Hall
10. Office Block
11. Small Classroom
12. Library
13. Common Room
14. Gym Room
15. Main Classroom
16. Work Shop
Carparks
17. Main Carpark
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 22
18. Kitchen Carpark
19. Staff Carpark
Accommodation Blocks
20. A Block
21. B Block
22. C Block
23. D Block
24. E Block
25. F BlockFAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 23
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE > PROSPECTUS > 23Teaching Staff and Guest Lecturers
Faith Bible College has an extensive resource on a weekly basis with a semester teaching
of experienced and qualified ministry load of at least 5 credit hours; and visiting
practitioners for its educational and spiritual teachers who supplement course specialist
teaching programmes. The teaching staff requirements in subject modules, especially
falls into three categories: Firstly, staff faculty providing missionary, pastoral and leadership
members who work on the campus on a experiential and expert insights.
weekly basis; adjunct members generally teach
Rev. Dr. Des Short Stuart Dreadon Frank Sharplin
FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL ACADEMIC DEAN DEAN OF MINISTRY
Des Short administers the Bible Stuart is in charge of our faculty, Graduate of Faith Bible College,
College with the guidance of learning systems and facilities, Frank has spent the last 4 years
the Board of Trustees while also our library and our general overseeing a youth mentoring
spiritually leading and teaching curriculum. More info on Stuart programme and earning a
in the College. over page under Staff Bachelor of Social Work. Frank
is also the Worship Pastor at
C3 Tauranga Church. Frank
teaches in the areas of Worship,
Youth and oversees the practical
ministry components of our
programme.
David & Linda Dishroon John Norsworthy Nick Klinkenberg
PASTORS OF CHANGEPOINT COLLEGE LECTURER COLLEGE LECTURER
CHURCH John has been a large part of Graduate of Faith Bible College,
Graduates & former staff of the Christian Schools movement Nick Klinkenberg facilitates
Faith, David & Linda contribute in New Zealand and Australia & and oversees the pioneering
hugely to the Church of along with wife Bev have been of new churches, networks,
Tauranga, successfully Pastoring active members of the Christian and movements. As an author
Changepoint for many years Education Community and leader he coaches and
encourages believers worldwide.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 24Russell Turner Dr. Shirley Carpenter Rodney Lake
DIRECTOR IMPACT TAURANGA CARPENTER MINISTRIES DIRECTOR OF THINKING
/ MISSIONARY World class speaker/teacher, MATTERS
Des Short administers the Bible Shirley travels to NZ every year Founder/Director of Thinking
College with the guidance of with husband Greg to impart Matters. Rodney Teaches apologetics
the Board of Trustees while also strong Biblical under-standing – a subject providing reasons and
spiritually leading and teaching and tools into the students a defence of the Christian Faith
in the College. using logic and science
Stewart Hanna Sharron Jessup Dave Mann
COLLEGE LECTURER COLLEGE LECTURER GUEST LECTURER
Long time friend of Faith Bible Sharron is a qualified and Dave is the director and initiator
College and former Pastor of experienced Counsellor who of the Shining Lights Trust,
Vibe Church Auckland, Stewart teaches in teaches in the area of Hope Project, and various other
has great wisdom in Pastoring pastoral care and interpersonal innovations. Dave teaches
and Church Leadership and communication. in the area of Contemporary
Development. Christianity.
Huikakahu Kawe Mike & Jeannie Knott Dr. Ed Delph
MAORI ADVISOR COLLEGE LECTURERS GUEST LECTURER
Kaumatua (Elder) of Hairini Mike and Jeannie have Pastored World class speaker/teacher, Dr.
Marae, Huikakahu & his wife Jan, Paeroa Elim, Elim International Ed Delph is a long time friend
advise & teach Christian Maori Wellington very successfully, and visiting speaker at Faith. Ed
protocol to the staff and students growing both from small has ministered for many years as
of the College. Development. numbers. They also travel the a pastor, international speaker
world speaking. and author.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 25College Staff
MEET THE STAFF OF FAITH
Rev. Dr. Des Short Stuart Dreadon Frank Sharplin
FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL ACADEMIC DEAN DEAN OF MINISTRY
Des Short administers the Bible Stuart is in charge of our faculty, Frank is responsible for leading
College with the guidance of the academic systems and facilities, the Ministry out-reach on campus
Management Team and Board our library and our general including practicums, weekend
of Trustees while also spiritually curriculum. Stuart and his out-reach activities and heading
leading and teaching in the wife spent 10 years working in up the worship team and pastoral
College. missions in India and currently care on Campus.
run a tutoring business for High
school students.
Sue Fever Aimee Sharplin Sharron Jessup
REGISTRAR QUALITY ASSURANCE FINANCES
Sue is our College Registrar. She Aimee is part of the Academic Sharron is our finance
oversees the enrolment process, Department and supports the administrator. She helps students
class scheduling and pastoral Academic Dean with the review with their fees, loans and
care for international students. of courses, assessments and allowances, and balances the
moderation. College books.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 26Henry Campana Brianna Lokeni Mike Rex
KITCHEN SECOND COOK CAMPUS SERVICES
Henry is our chef and cooks Brianna is our second chef and Mike oversees the facilities and
Monday to Friday. He manages cooks in the weekends. services offered on Cam-pus for
the kitchen: ordering, setting all our students, staff and the
menus and cooking. wider community.
Chrisy Te Maro Elizabeth Hill
REGISTRAR QUALITY ASSURANCE
Chrisy is responsible for Having just graduated our 2 year
overseeing the student and guest programme, Elizabeth will be
accommodation on-site. continuing her journey with us at
FBC as our newest FBC Intern.
FAITH BIBLE COLLEGE PROSPECTUS – 27Faith Bible College
749 Welcome Bay Road, Welcome Bay, Tauranga 3175
Mail address: Faith Bible College, Private Bag 12006,
Tauranga 3143
P: + 64 7 544 2463
E: registrar@fbc.ac.nz
W: www.fbc.ac.nz
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