Cornerstone Institute
Bachelor of Theology in Community Leadership: Community Development
Cape Town, South Africa
DURATION
3 up to 6 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
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Key Summary
About: The Bachelor of Theology in Community Leadership with a concentration in Community Development equips students with theological knowledge and practical skills for effective community engagement. This program focuses on leadership principles and emphasizes social justice, service, and sustainable development. Students will explore biblical foundations and contemporary issues impacting communities, preparing them for meaningful participation in community service and development initiatives.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including non-profit organizations, community service agencies, and church leadership. Potential roles include community development coordinator, social justice advocate, and program manager in community-focused initiatives.
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Introduction
Registration Certificate No 2001/HE08/006; NQF 7; SAQA ID: 57225. (376 CREDITS)
This programme enables graduates to work in a wide variety of community development projects (e.g. government, NGO, churches). We aim to produce community workers who approach their task from deep Christian convictions and acquire the sociological knowledge, tools and skills that development studies can provide.
Admission Requirements
- National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a bachelorโs pass or equivalent;
- A Matriculation Certificate (with university exemption) or equivalent;
- A Higher Certificate or an Advanced Certificate or Diploma in a cognate field.
Alternative Admission Requirements
- A National Senior Certificate or National Certificate Vocational with a diploma pass (or equivalent) combined with the results of the NBT;
- Mature age of 23 and over during the first year of studies and a National Senior Certificate (or equivalent);
- The conditions of the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy for Access and the results of the NBT are determining factors for admission. Contact the admissions office regarding RPL;
- Mature age of 45 years can be admitted, determined by the RPL conditions and the results of the NBT.
Time Commitment
- Minimum three years;
- Maximum six years part-time;
- On campus and online;
- January and July intakes.