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VINEYARD COLLEGE 2021 PROSPECTUS
TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME Page 2 STUDY INFORMATION Page 3 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Page 3 PROGRAMME DETAILS Page 4 NZ CERTIFICATE IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY Page 5 Practical Ministry Internship Page 6 God’s Story Page 6 Exploring Spiritual Growth Page 6 Christian Beliefs Page 7 Introduction to Church History Page 7 Understanding the Bible - New Testament Page 7 NZ DIPLOMA IN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP Page 8 Project Ministry Internship Page 9 Christian Foundations Page 9 Introduction to Ministry Page 9 Spiritual Growth and Discipleship Page 9 World Religions and the Christian Worldview Page 10 Survey of Old Testament and New Testament Page 10 PATHWAYS FOR FUTURE STUDY Page 11 ABOUT VINEYARD COLLEGE Page 11 GENERAL INFORMATION Page 12 FEES Page 12 OTHER COSTS AND REQUIREMENTS Page 12 SCHOLARSHIPS Page 12 ENROLMENT PROCESS Page 13 INCLUSIVE LEARNING Page 13 WITHDRAWALS AND REFUNDS Page 13 DISCLAIMER Page 13 CONTACT DETAILS Page 13 VINEYARD COLLEGE 2021 PROSPECTUS
WELCOME Page 2
WELCOME TO
VINEYARD COLLEGE
Welcome to Vineyard College! It’s a
privilege to serve you and offer you
the chance to be involved in our
programmes.
Vineyard College equips potential
church leaders by balancing sound
Biblical knowledge with practical
application in a ministry setting.
Our students have a safe learning
environment in which they have a go
at ‘doing the stuff’ as they develop their
understanding of the Kingdom of God.
This provides a launch pad into a “My year of study at Vineyard College was
life-long pursuit of learning and incredible, and life changing. I was challenged
deepening relationship with Christ. to learn more about God, expand my thinking
about Christianity and grow my own personal
Vineyard College serves the relationship with Jesus. Every staff member I
had contact with showed a genuine interest
whole Church, working with many in my journey, and I felt so well supported and
denominations to equip students understood. I highly recommend studying with
through mentored practical ministry Vineyard College — you become a part of the
and blended academic study. Vineyard family, and I know this year of study
Our students stay in their own church has set me in good stead for my future.”
or organisation as they study. Olivia Smits (Pictured above) —
VINEYARD COLLEGE 2021 PROSPECTUS
STUDY INFORMATION & Page 3
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
STUDY ENTRY
INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS
Vineyard College programmes use a Vineyard College is open to New
a blended-learning approach, where Zealand or Australian citizens or those
students stay in their home church with New Zealand permanent residency.
environments and supervisors assist When English is not the first language of
them in deciding what areas in the the student, an (IELTS) academic score
church to focus on. of 5.5 with no band score lower than
5.0 is required.
Course materials and tutorials are
delivered via Google Classroom. While the Certificate in Christian Ministry
The College also offers two block and Diploma in Christian Leadership
courses, early in each semester, for have no formal prerequisites aside from
students to develop a sense of common those mentioned above, we strongly
purpose and hear College staff lecture recommend enrolling in the Certificate
on the academic subjects for that course if this is your first time studying
semester. Block courses run from at a tertiary institution.
Tuesday afternoon to Friday morning,
with the overall course fees covering If University Entrance has not been
accommodation and food. attained by an applicant, they may
be asked to complete a foundation
Our 2021 block courses are in Papamoa exercise to assess which programme
from February 9-12 and July 5-8. level is a suitable entry point.
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2021 CALENDAR Page 4
SEMESTER 1 : 1ST FEB — 16TH JULY
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PROGRAMME DETAILS Page 5
LEVEL 4, 120 CREDITS
NZ CERTIFICATE
IN CHRISTIAN
MINISTRY
46 weeks including 6 weeks holidays FULL YEAR
Practical Ministry Internship
Students must achieve 120 credits and
60 Credits | Compulsory
pass all learning outcomes with a grade
of 50% or more to gain the qualification.
Graduates of this programme will be SEMESTER ONE
able to:
Exploring Spiritual Growth
• Integrate foundational knowledge 15 Credits | Compulsory
of selected biblical principles and
Christian beliefs and apply to specified God’s Story
communities, acknowledging bicultural 15 Credits | Elective
or multicultural contexts.
• Apply biblical and theological
principles to own faith journey and to SEMESTER TWO
that of others.
SELECT TWO:
• Apply biblical, theological and
ministry skills in a mentored practical Christian Beliefs
ministry context to support the spiritual 15 Credits | Elective
development of individuals and groups.
Introduction to Church History
• Organise and prioritise tasks and
15 Credits | Elective
responsibilities in the provision of
practical ministry to individuals and
groups. Understanding the Bible - New
Testament
• Set goals and make plans for providing 15 Credits | Compulsory
practical ministry to individuals and
groups.
VINEYARD COLLEGE 2021 PROSPECTUSPROGRAMME DETAILS Page 6 PRACTICAL MINISTRY INTERNSHIP GOD’S STORY Compulsory – Full Year Elective – Semester 1 60 Credits 15 Credits 600 Learning Hours 150 Learning Hours This course provides students with This course introduces students to a essential tools for developing ministry number of different approaches skills and applying knowledge from their to reading the Bible as one big story. By academic papers in a mentor-assisted engaging with the best environment. Students are introduced contemporary thinking on biblical to fundamental ministry skills such as interpretation, students will be organising and prioritising tasks, setting equipped to critically reflect upon goals, discovering their personal gifts their own lives and ministry practice in and strengths, working within a team, light of their place within God’s Story. thinking strategically and developing Along the way, students will explore the new approaches to supporting backstory to the Bible, learning about individuals and groups. how it came to be, in order to gain a The course is informed by a ‘learn-by- greater appreciation for the Christian doing’ approach and, under the tradition of seeking God’s voice through guidance of a supervisor, students are reading and applying Scripture. given room to discover their unique calling within the life of their church. EXPLORING SPIRITUAL GROWTH Compulsory – Semester 1 15 Credits 150 Learning Hours This course introduces students to various spiritual disciplines to broaden the ways they are able to connect with God. Drawing on the rich traditions of the past, students will be equipped with tools to sustain their inner life as they serve their church and community. “We have been with Vineyard College for six years now, and each year it has been very beneficial and instrumental to the growth of our interns and the health of our local church. The staff and faculty have been a pleasure to work with and go the extra mile to see the success of the interns.” — Pastor James Stevens, Advance Church VINEYARD COLLEGE 2021 PROSPECTUS
PROGRAMME DETAILS Page 7
CHRISTIAN BELIEFS INTRODUCTION TO CHURCH
HISTORY
Elective – Semester 2
15 Credits Elective – Semester 2
150 Learning Hours 15 Credits
150 Learning Hours
This course introduces students to the
foundational beliefs of the Christian This course introduces students to
Church. It begins by examining how the various strands of Church History to
Church has arrived at its beliefs before encourage a greater appreciation for
diving into such crucial topics as the the practices, values and traditions
Trinity, the role of the Father, the Son and that have informed their personal
the Holy Spirit, the nature of humanity, ministry practices and those of
sin, salvation, God’s mission, the Church their church community. Significant
and different theories of the end-times. figures and events of the past will be
By the end of the course, students will studied in order to deepen students’
be able to better articulate why they understandings of the ways God has
believe what they believe and to use been at work with all kinds of people,
theological frameworks to enhance in all kinds of places, to advance his
their approach to discipleship and Kingdom. By the end of the course,
service within the local church. students will be able to situate
themselves and their church within the
wider family of churches that together
constitute the body of Christ.
UNDERSTANDING THE BIBLE - NEW
TESTAMENT
Compulsory – Semester 2
15 Credits
150 Learning Hours
This course explores the criss-crossing
themes, genres and storylines of the
New Testament. It maintains a uniquely
practical focus by looking at various
ways in which the gospel message can
be used to speak into the particular
social and cultural settings in which
students live and minister. Throughout
this course, students will be supported
and encouraged as they develop
innovative ways of communicating
the teachings of the New Testament,
deepening their understanding of
the story and connecting this gospel
message to the needs of their world.
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LEVEL 5, 120 CREDITS
DIPLOMA IN
CHRISTIAN
LEADERSHIP
46 weeks including 6 weeks holidays FULL YEAR
Project Ministry Internship
Students must achieve 120 credits and
60 Credits | Compulsory
pass all the learning outcomes with
a grade of 50% or more to gain the
qualification.
SEMESTER ONE
Graduates of this programme will be
able to: SELECT TWO:
• Evaluate and apply a broad Christian Foundations
understanding of theology and biblical 15 Credits | Elective
foundations to defined contexts based
on textual interpretation and religious Introduction to Ministry
practice. 15 Credits | Elective
• Evaluate a ministry programme based
on strategies that integrate personal Spiritual Growth and Discipleship
and communal faith journeys, and the
social, cultural and other contextual 15 Credits | Elective
considerations of defined groups.
• Apply key Christian leadership World Religions and the Christian
principles to facilitate team Worldview
development and accomplish 15 Credits | Elective
organisational goals in particular areas
of Christian ministry.
Students enrol in a mix of elective and SEMESTER TWO
compulsory courses totalling 120 credits. Survey of Old Testament and New
Testament
To the right is an indicative schedule:
30 Credits | Compulsory
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PROJECT MINISTRY INTERNSHIP CHRISTIAN FOUNDATIONS
Compulsory – Full Year Elective – Semester 1
60 Credits 15 Credits
600 Learning Hours 150 Learning Hours
This course provides students with This course is designed to help students
the opportunity to apply leadership engage in systematic theology with
principles in a practical ministry an eye toward the biblical, historical
setting, whether in the church or the and practical implications of doctrine.
community. Essential ministry skills Students are equipped to develop a
such as strategising, planning, goal- deeper and more carefully considered
setting, developing teams, reflecting on understanding of God in order to think
strengths and weaknesses, journalling and speak rightly about God within
etc are developed to assist students the context of a life governed by faith
in becoming increasingly effective in in Christ and discipleship to him in
supporting and championing the life community with other Christians.
of their church. This course is informed
by a ‘learn-by-doing’ approach to
ministry, under the broad guidance of a
supervisor and/or mentor.
INTRODUCTION TO MINISTRY SPIRITUAL GROWTH AND
Elective – Semester 1 DISCIPLESHIP
15 Credits Elective – Semester 1
150 Learning Hours 15 Credits
150 Learning Hours
This course examines the Biblical and
theological foundations underpinning This course explores the intersections
contemporary ministry practices. It of spirituality and discipleship. Drawing
discusses ministry in its broadest terms from the deep well of Church History,
in light of God’s cosmic redemptive students are given opportunities
plan for the whole of creation. It also to look at a range of ancient and
reflects on challenges and opportunities contemporary prayer practices to
facing ministers in New Zealand, giving broaden their ways of connecting with
students space to consider strategies God. The course also functions as a
for how to move forward with wisdom practical toolkit for discipling others
and courage in a changing world. Along and leading them toward a greater
the way, students will look at a number awareness of God in their lives.
of practical models to unpack what
ministry looks like in reality.
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WORLD RELIGIONS AND THE SURVEY OF OLD TESTAMENT AND
CHRISTIAN WORLDVIEW NEW TESTAMENT
Elective – Semester 1 Compulsory – Semester 2
15 Credits 30 Credits
150 Learning Hours 300 Learning Hours
This course introduces students to the This course takes a narrative approach
concept of worldviews as a way of to the Bible, reading it as an integrated
exploring the formation and evolution story that leads to Jesus. It introduces
of different religions and belief systems. students to essential interpretive skills
Students will critically examine some such as understanding Biblical genres
of the claims of world religions such as and literary design patterns in order
Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, to come to terms with the original
Animism and Secularism in order to message of the Biblical authors. It
reflect on how these worldviews shape also brings students into contact with
belief and religious practice. By the end cutting-edge thinking in the area of
of the course, students will be able to Biblical interpretation to inspire their
better articulate their faith with truth own journey of reading Scripture. The
and grace to an increasingly complex course maintains a practical focus
and pluralistic world. by connecting Biblical interpretation
to ministry applications, encouraging
students to take the Bible off the
bookshelf and into the world.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
ABOUT
VINEYARD
COLLEGE
Vineyard College was registered in
1997, delivering onsite, face-to-face
study. In 2003, in response to church
and student feedback, we moved to
a blended-learning approach, which
allowed students to remain in their
churches and develop in response to
their local context. We love this ‘hands
on’ approach to training people for
ministry and are always refining it to
make it even better for our students.
Our programmes work well with local
churches and enable students to stay in
a supportive, familiar environment while
studying.
Vineyard College works with all kinds of
churches from many denominations
PATHWAYS all over New Zealand. We have a
student-focused method of teaching
FOR FUTURE that flexes around the particular needs
and circumstances of each student.
STUDY Students are supported through one-
on-one supervision and mentoring in
their church or organisation, together
Want to go even deeper with your with pastoral care and academic
study? Credit some of your diploma support from the College. This
towards the first year of a Bachelor’s partnership approach to training means
Degree with one of our partner colleges. we have consistently high graduation
rates.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
GENERAL
INFORMATION
Our study year starts on February 9
and finishes on November 27. This
FEES
incorporates 39 weeks of study plus
three weeks of holiday. Students Certificate in Christian Ministry
do a minimum of 30 hours of study – Level 4: approximately $2,081
per week made up of directed and
self-directed learning and practical Diploma in Christian Leadership
ministry applications. Churches and – Level 5: approximately $2,291
organisations provide students with a
supervisor to help direct their practical (All tuition fees are GST-inclusive)
work and provide pastoral care. This is
a great opportunity to develop leaders
who can help expand the ministry of the
local church. OTHER COSTS &
Vineyard College is funded through the REQUIREMENTS
Tertiary Education Commission and
governed by the Vineyard Churches • Students should allow a minimum
Aotearoa New Zealand board of of $300 a year for books and
directors, who are all active in ministry. study materials. A list of required
Vineyard College is accredited to readings will be provided.
provide a New Zealand Certificate • A reliable laptop.
in Christian Ministry (Level 4) and a • A stable internet connection, capable
New Zealand Diploma in Christian of watching online videos and
Leadership (Level 5) by the New Zealand video calls.
Qualifications Authority under section • Students who are eligible for student
250 of the Education Act 1989. We are loans through Studylink can borrow
a Category 2 provider. All Vineyard up to $1000 per year to cover course-
College programmes are eligible for related costs.
fees free, student loans and allowances.
Please go to our website www.
vineyardcollege.org.nz to check your
SCHOLARSHIPS
eligibility with Studylink. You will also find
a copy of Vineyard College’s full 2016 Fee scholarships are available for Māori
external evaluation report carried out by and Pasifika students if they wish to
NZQA. apply. We also have support available
for other special circumstances
(eg, If you have financial hardship).
Please contact the College for an
application form.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
WITHDRAWALS
& REFUNDS
Fees are paid into the Public Trust.
Students who withdraw within eight
days of commencement of courses
will be refunded all fees paid, less an
ENROLMENT administration fee of 10%.
PROCESS Students who withdraw later than
eight days but less than 40 days after
To enrol, go to www.vineyardcollege.org. commencement of courses may be
nz/apply or get in touch directly (see refunded a maximum of $500 or 50% of
details at the end of this prospectus). the tuition fees, whichever is the lesser
Applications need to be handwritten amount, at the discretion of the College.
and include a short bio and pastoral
recommendation letter. Our preferred Students who withdraw later than 40
method is scanned and emailed, but days after commencement of courses
we do accept hard copies via post. will not be eligible for any refund of
Feel free to contact us at any time tuition fees.
throughout the process if you have
questions.
DISCLAIMER
INCLUSIVE LEARNING Information given in this publication
may be subject to change. If there are
any changes, prospective students will
Vineyard College is committed
be notified.
to fostering an inclusive learning
environment that meets the diverse
and variable needs of all learners. Our
student-centred approach means we CONTACT
develop strategies to ensure studying
with us is a positive and rewarding Vineyard College
experience. Please get in touch to P O Box 21-541
discuss your specific needs so we can Henderson
make a plan to support you. Auckland 0650
(09) 940 8463
021 0285 3945
jacqui@vineyardcollege.org.nz
www.vineyardcollege.org.nz
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