Courses to be completed for Certificate in Christian Leadership (CCL) .
To qualify for the award of the Diploma in Pastoral Ministry, the student must have completed the courses for the Certificate of Christian Leadership, in addition to five Courses outlined below.
Additional Courses for Diploma in Christian Leadership or Pastoral Ministry:
These courses are offered on-site by our qualified team of local Professors and visiting instructors through week long intensive Seminars during the year. It offers the students the opportunity to connect with the teachers at a deeper personal level and to ask practical questions related to their ministerial needs.
Additional Courses for Diploma in Missions and Evangelism:
These courses are offered on-site by our qualified team of local Professors and visiting instructors through week long intensive Seminars during the year. It offers the students the opportunity to connect with the teachers at a deeper personal level and to ask practical questions related to their ministerial needs.
The Bachelor of Arts in Religion (BAR) prepares students for effective Christian ministry or public service by offering a broad biblical, theological, and religious studies program. The program can be taken full time over a four-year period or part-time for six years.
The objective is to raise leaders with a wide range of knowledge in religious traditions, including the Bible, Christian theology, world religions, and religious history, often with courses in ethics and philosophy. The program is for workers in positions where an undergraduate degree will allow entrance into public service or Christian vocation or lay ministry; Individuals who need a general education or wish to gain further knowledge in the areas of biblical and religious studies; and those who desire to apply for future admission to a graduate program in the religious disciplines.
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
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LRS 101 | Introduction to the Study of Religion | 2 |
LRS 111 | The People of the OT: Origins to Exodus | 2 |
LRS 121 | The Background of the New Testament | 2 |
LRS 131 | The Birth of Christian Civilization | 2 |
LRS 141 | Introduction to Islam | 2 |
LRS 151 | Introduction to African Traditional Religion | 2 |
LRS 161 | Introduction to Ethics | 2 |
LRS 171 | Introduction to Human Relations | 2 |
General Studies’ Courses: | ||
GSS 101 | Use of English 1 | 2 |
GSS 103 | Philosophy and Logic | 2 |
GSS 108 | Basic Igbo Studies I | 2 |
Total | 22 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
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Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 112 | Introduction to the Pentateuch | 2 |
LRS 122 | Introduction to Biblical Greek | 2 |
LRS 132 | Christian Values | 2 |
LRS 142 | Islam in West Africa | 2 |
LRS 152 | Ancestorship in African Traditional Religion | 2 |
LRS 162 | Sociology of Religion | 2 |
LRS 172 | Psychology of Religion | 2 |
General Studies’ Courses: | ||
GSS 102 | Use of English 11 | 2 |
GSS 104 | History and Philosophy of Science | 2 |
GSS 109 | Basic Igbo Studies II | 2 |
Inter-Faculty Course: | ||
Phil 102 | Introduction to African Philosophy | 2 |
Total | 22 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
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Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 201 | History of Religions | 2 |
LRS 211 | Elements of Hebrew Grammar | 2 |
LRS 221 | The Traditions of Jesus | 2 |
LRS 222 | Biblical Greek I | 2 |
LRS 231 | Early Christian History and Doctrine To 451/AD1 | 2 |
LRS 241 | Introducing Quran | 2 |
LRS 251 | African Traditional Beliefs and Philosophy | 2 |
LRS 261 | Comparative Ethics | 2 |
LRS 271 | Religion and Communication Skills | 2 |
CSC 101 | Introduction to Computer Science | 2 |
General Studies’ Course: | ||
GSS 107 | Nigerian Peoples and Culture | 2 |
Total | 23 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
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Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 202 | A Philosophy of Existence of God | 2 |
LRS 212 | People of the OT: Settlement to Exile | 2 |
LRS 214 | Hebrew Grammar – Syntax | 2 |
LRS 224 | Biblical Greek II | 2 |
LRS 226 | The Synoptic Gospels | 2 |
LRS 232 | Christian History and Doctrine II | 2 |
LRS 252 | Major Shrines and Deities in ATR | 2 |
LRS 262 | Religious Ethics | 2 |
CSC 102 | Computer Application | 2 |
Total | 19 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credit Unit |
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Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 301 | Comparative Religion | 2 |
LRS 311 | People of the OT: Return from Exile to Pre-NT Times | 2 |
LRS 313 | Hebrew Grammar and Syntax II | 2 |
LRS 321 | Earliest Christianity: Paul and his Theology | 2 |
LRS 331 | The Medieval Church | 2 |
LRS 333 | History of Christianity in West Africa | 2 |
LRS 341 | Islamic Ethics | 2 |
LRS 351 | Healing in African Traditional Religion | 2 |
LRS 361 | Religion and Social Change | 2 |
LRS 371 | Religious Crisis and Conflict Management In Nigeria | 2 |
General Studies’ Course: | ||
GS 105 | Theories of Knowledge | 2 |
Total | 22 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits | |
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Departmental Courses: | |||
LRS 312 | Prophets and Prophecy in the Old Testament | 2 | |
LRS 322 | Johannine Writings | 2 | |
LRS 323 | Literature of NT – Epistles in English | 2 | |
LRS 332 | The Reformation | 2 | |
LRS 334 | Soteriology | 2 | |
LRS 362 | Christian Ethics | 2 | |
LRS 364 | Religion and Human Values | 2 | |
LRS 372 | Religion, Creativity and Human Relations | 2 | |
LRS 382 | Research Method | 2 | |
Total | 18 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
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Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 401 | Religion and Science | 2 |
LRS 411 | Old Testament Theology | 2 |
LRS 421 | New Testament Theology | 2 |
LRS 423 | Literature of NT – Acts of the Apostles In English | 2 |
LRS 431 | Nigerian Church History | 2 |
LRS 461 | Contemporary Ethical Issues | 2 |
LRS 471 | History and Development of Human Rights | 3 |
LRS 481 | Departmental Seminar | 2 |
Total | 17 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
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Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 402 | Contemporary Religious Issues | 2 |
LRS 412 | Apocalyptic Writings | 2 |
LRS 414 | Literature of OT – The Writings in English | 2 |
LRS 422 | Pastoral Epistles | 2 |
LRS 432 | The Church in Modern Society | 2 |
LRS 452 | Modern African Religions | 2 |
LRS 492 | Project | 6 |
Total | 18 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
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Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 101 | Introduction to the Study of Religion | 2 |
LRS 111 | The People of the OT – Origins to Exodus | 2 |
LRS 121 | The Background of the New Testament | 2 |
LRS 131 | The Birth of Christian Civilization | 2 |
LRS 141 | Introduction to Islam | 2 |
LRS 151 | Introduction to African Traditional Religion | 2 |
General Studies’ Courses: | ||
GSS 101 | Use of English 1 | 2 |
GSS 104 | History and Philosophy of Science | 2 |
Total | 16 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 112 | Introduction to the Pentateuch | 2 |
LRS 122 | Introduction to Biblical Greek | 2 |
LRS 132 | Christian Values | 2 |
LRS 142 | Islam in West Africa | 2 |
LRS 161 | Introduction to Ethics | 2 |
LRS 171 | Introduction to Human Relations | 2 |
General Studies’ Course: | ||
GSS 102 | Use of English 11 | 2 |
Total | 14 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 152 | Ancestorship in African Traditional Religion | 2 |
LRS 162 | Sociology of Religion | 2 |
LRS 172 | Psychology of Religion | 2 |
LRS 201 | History of Religions | 2 |
LRS 211 | Elements of Hebrew Grammar | 2 |
LRS 221 | The Traditions of Jesus | 2 |
LRS 222 | Biblical Greek I | 2 |
LRS 231 | Early Christian History and Doctrine to 451/AD 1 | 2 |
General Studies’ Course: | ||
GSS 103 | Introduction to Philosophy | 2 |
GSS 107 | Nigerian Peoples and Culture | 2 |
Total | 20 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 202 | A Philosophy of Existence of God | 2 |
LRS 212 | People of the OT: Settlement to Exile | 2 |
LRS 213 | Hebrew Grammar – Syntax | 2 |
LRS 224 | Biblical Greek II | 2 |
LRS 223 | The Synoptic Gospels | 2 |
LRS 232 | Christian History and Doctrine II | 2 |
LRS 241 | Introducing Quran | 2 |
LRS 251 | African Traditional Beliefs and Philosophy | 2 |
LRS 261 | Comparative Ethics | 2 |
LRS 271 | Religion and Communication Skills | 2 |
General Studies Course: | ||
GSS 102 | Introduction to African Philosophy | 2 |
Total | 22 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 252 | Major Shrines and Deities in ATR | 2 |
LRS 262 | Religious Ethics | 2 |
LRS 301 | Comparative Religion | 2 |
LRS 311 | People of the OT: Return From Exile to Pre-NT Times | 2 |
LRS 312 | Hebrew Grammar and Syntax II | 2 |
LRS 321 | Earliest Christianity: Paul and His Theology | 2 |
LRS 331 | The Medieval Church | 2 |
LRS 332 | History of Christianity in West Africa | 2 |
General Studies Course: | ||
GSS 101 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
GSS 106 | Theories of Knowledge | 2 |
Total | 21 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 312 | Prophets and Prophecy in the OT | 2 |
LRS 322 | Johannine Writings | 2 |
LRS 323 | Literature of NT – Epistles in English | 2 |
LRS 341 | Islamic Ethics | 2 |
LRS 351 | Healing in African Traditional Religion | 2 |
LRS 361 | Religion and Social Change | 2 |
LRS 371 | Religious Crisis and Conflict Management In Nigeria | 2 |
General Studies Course: | ||
GSS 102 | Computer Application | 3 |
Total | 17 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 332 | The Reformation | 2 |
LRS 333 | Soteriology | 2 |
LRS 362 | Christian Ethics | 2 |
LRS 363 | Religion and Human Values | 2 |
LRS 372 | Religion, Creativity and Human Relations | 2 |
Total | 10 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 382 | Research Method | 2 |
LRS 401 | Religion and Science | 2 |
LRS 411 | Old Testament Theology | 2 |
LRS 421 | New Testament Theology | 2 |
Total | 8 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 422 | Literature of NT: Acts of the Apostles in English | 2 |
LRS 431 | Nigerian Church History | 2 |
LRS 461 | Contemporary Ethical Issues | 2 |
LRS 471 | History and Development of Human Rights | 2 |
Total | 8 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 402 | Contemporary Religious Issues | 2 |
LRS 412 | Apocalyptic Writings (NT) | 2 |
LRS 413 | Literature of OT – The Writings in English | 2 |
LRS 481 | Departmental Seminar | 2 |
Total | 8 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 422 | Pastoral Epistles | 2 |
LRS 432 | The Church in Modern Society | 2 |
Total | 4 |
Course Code | Course Title | Credits |
---|---|---|
Departmental Courses: | ||
LRS 452 | Modern African Religions | 2 |
LRS 492 | Project | 6 |
Total | 8 |
The Bachelor of Divinity programme is designed for students who wish to advance their knowledge of God (Theology), the Bible and Ministry so that they can pursue graduate study or serve in the diverse ministries of the church – pastors, Missionaries, church planters etc.. A Bachelor of Divinity degree holder can complete a Master of Divinity program in less than two years.
Develop a deep, broad and accurate knowledge of God’s word and be able to articulate the Christian message for all occasions. Develop a passion for ministry, preaching, evangelism, discipleship and community transformation. Gain an experiential understanding of ministry and worship practices
English as a Second Language -Grammar and Reading (3 Credits)
English as a second Language- Writing and Comprehension (3 Credits)
Introduction to Behavioral Sciences (3 credits)
Introduction to the Natural Sciences- Biology (3 credits)
Arithmetics (3 credits)
Introduction to Social Sciences (3 credits)
Introduction to Economics (3 credits)
Introduction to Sociology (3 credits)
Introduction to Anthropology (3 Credits)
Introduction to Psychology (3 Credits)
Philosophy for Understanding Theology (3 credits)
Research Methodology (3 Credits)
Old Testament Survey (3 Credits)
New Testament Survey (3 Credits)
How to study the Bible (1)
Theology I (4 Credits)
Theology II (4 Credits)
Biblical Interpretation (3 Credit)
Introduction to Christian Apologetics (3 Credits)
Foundations for Christian Leadership (3 Credits)
Ministries of the Church (3 credits)
Introduction to Pastoral Care (3 Credits)
Church Leadership and Administration (3 Credits)
Discipleship and Teaching (3 Credits)
Introduction to Christian Ethics (3 Credits)
The Confessions (3 Credits).
Sermon Development and Organization I (3 Credits)
Preaching Praxis (3 Credits)
Introduction to Missions (3 Credits)
Introduction to Worship (3 Credits)
Evangelism- sharing your faith (3 Credits)
General Church History I (4 Credits)
General Church History II (4 credits)
African Church History (3 credits)
Introduction to World Religions (3 Credits)
Integrative Seminar -Capstone Course (1 credit)
Ministers’ Formation Groups (2 Credits)
Cross-Cultural Ministry Apprenticeship – (2 Credits)
Bible Knowledge Examination – (4 Credits)
Pastoral Ministry Internship – (2 Credits)
Tent Maker Workshop and Practice (1 Credits)
Any number of courses in areas of interest totaling 12 Credits. OPTIONAL- Students considering to complete a Master of Divinity degree in 18 months are advised to take the underlisted courses in place of the electives.
Introduction to Biblical languages: Biblical Hebrew I (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical Languages: Biblical Hebrew II (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical languages: Biblical Greek I (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical Languages: Biblical Greek II (3 Credits)
The Bachelor of Ministry programme is designed for students who wish to have general knowledge of Ministry and the Bible so that they can serve in diverse leadership ministries of the church – pastor, worship Leadership, Musician, Executive Pastor, NGO leadership, church planter etc.. A Bachelor of Divinity degree holder can complete a Master of Arts degree in Theological studies, biblical studies, Christian Education, NGO leadership and Christian Counselling in less than two years.
Develop a good knowledge of God’s word and be able to articulate the Christian message for all occasions. Develop a passion for ministry leadership, evangelism, discipleship and community transformation. Gain an experiential understanding of ministry practices.
English as a Second Language -Grammar and Reading (3 Credits)
English as a second Language- Writing and Comprehension (3 Credits)
Introduction to Behavioral Sciences (3 credits)
Introduction to the Natural Sciences- Biology (3 credits)
Arithmetics (3 credits)
Introduction to Social Sciences (3 credits)
Introduction to Economics (3 credits)
Introduction to Sociology (3 credits)
Introduction to Psychology (3 Credits)
Research Methodology (3 Credits)
Old Testament Survey (3 Credits)
New Testament Survey (3 Credits)
How to study the Bible (1)
Theology I (4 Credits)
Theology II (4 Credits)
Foundations for Christian Leadership (3 Credits)
Ministries of the Church (3 credits)
Introduction to Pastoral Care (3 Credits)
Church Leadership and Administration (3 Credits)
Discipleship and Teaching (3 Credits)
Introduction to Christian Ethics (3 Credits)
The Confessions (3 Credits).
Contemporary Christian Issues (3 Credits)
Basics of Communications for Managers and Administrators (3 Credits)
How to develop a new church ministry and NGOs (3 Credits)
Basics of Finance and Accounting for Ministry (3 Credits)
Strategic Planning for Ministry (3 credits)
Introduction to Missions (3 Credits)
Introduction to Worship (3 Credits)
Evangelism- sharing your faith (3 Credits)
General Church History I (4 Credits)
General Church History II (4 credits)
Integrative Seminar -Capstone Course (1 credit)
Ministers’ Formation Groups (2 Credits)
Cross-Cultural Ministry Apprenticeship – (2 Credits)
Bible Knowledge Examination – (4 Credits)
Leadership Internship – (2 Credits)
Tent Maker Workshop and Practice (1 Credits)
Any number of courses in areas of interest totaling 12 Credits. OPTIONAL- Students who want to complete a Master of Divinity degree earlier than three years are advised to take the underlisted courses in place of the electives.
Introduction to Biblical languages: Biblical Hebrew I (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical Languages: Biblical Hebrew II (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical languages: Biblical Greek I (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical Languages: Biblical Greek II (3 Credits)
The Bachelor of Theology programme is designed to equip the learner with foundational knowledge and analytic skills to express the beauty and reasonableness of Christian doctrines with theological precision and wisdom. The BTh program will increase your knowledge of God, fire up your passion to serve Him in educational and pastoral ministries as well as equip you you to use scripture, history and tradition to engage the world. A Bachelor of Theology degree holder can complete a Master of Theology program in less than two years.
Students will develop the basic skills of observation, interpretation, and application in the study of the Bible. Students will be able to develop skills of critical thinking in their reading, researching, writing, and speaking of God, doctrines and the Christian life. Learners will understand and evaluate contemporary issues in relationship to Christian living within their cultural context. Students will be able to identify and describe the theories and practices that had shaped Christianity and the main contributors in church history.
English as a Second Language -Grammar and Reading (3 Credits)
English as a second Language- Writing and Comprehension (3 Credits)
Introduction to Behavioral Sciences (3 credits)
Arithmetics (3 credits)
Introduction to Anthropology (3 Credits)
Philosophy for Understanding Theology (3 credits)
Logic and Critical Thinking (3 Credits)
Research Methodology (3 Credits)
Old Testament Survey (3 Credits)
New Testament Survey (3 Credits)
How to study the Bible (1)
Introduction to Biblical languages: Biblical Hebrew I (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical Languages: Biblical Hebrew II (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical languages: Biblical Greek I (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical Languages: Biblical Greek II (3 Credits)
Biblical History and Geography (3 credits)
Introduction to Theology (3 Credits)
Doctrine of God (Theology proper) (3 Credits)
Doctrine of Man -Anthropology (3 Credits)
Doctrine of the Holy Spirit – Pneumatology (3 credits)
Hermeneutics- biblical interpretation (3 Credit)
Introduction to Christian Apologetics (3 Credits)
New Testament Theology (3 Credits)
Old Testament Theology (3 credits)
Historical Theology (3 credits)
Issues in African Christian Theology (3 Credits)
Leadership and Christian Discipleship (6 Credits)Ministries of the Church (3 credits)
Introduction to Christian Ethics (3 Credits)
Worship, Preaching and Missions (9 Credits)Sermon Development and Organization I (3 Credits)
Preaching Praxis (3 Credits)
General Church History I (3 Credits)
General Church History II (3 Credits)
African Church History (3 credits)
Introduction to World Religions (3 Credits)
Integrative Seminar -Capstone Course (1 credit)
Ministers’ Formation Groups (2 Credits)
Bible Knowledge Examination – (4 Credits)
Tent Maker Workshop and Practice (1 Credits)
Any number of courses in areas of interest totaling 12 Credits.
The Master of Divinity (MDiv) programme at LEMA is a professional degree for ministry. Whether you want to be a pastor, missionary, chaplain or church planter, the Master of Divinity programme at LEMA would prepare and equip you for these ministries.
The MDiv program is designed to be comprehensive and rich in content, combining a discipleship of the head, heart and hand so that you may be thoroughly equipped for diverse ministry opportunities. This is achieved through a curriculum that combines the foundational study of the bible, theology, Church history, and the ancient languages with culture relevant practical preparation and spiritual formation. The ultimate goal is for you to know Christ, develop a passion for the gospel and have essential hands-on ministry skills to serve God’s people and impact the world for Christ.
A degree in any discipline. However, MDiv students with no undergraduate level study of philosophy, logic and critical thinking may be required to take make-up courses in these areas ahead of matriculation to ensure graduation after three years of study.
The MDiv programme is designed to be completed in three years. Those with Bachelors of Theology or Bachelor of Divinity might be able to complete the MDiv programme at a shorter time.
Survey of the Bible (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical languages: Biblical Hebrew I (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical Languages: Biblical Hebrew II (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical languages: Biblical Greek I (3 Credits)
Introduction to Biblical Languages: Biblical Greek II (3 Credits)
The Psalms and Wisdom Writings (3 Credits)
Old Testament Narratives (3 Credits)
New Testament Narratives (the Gospel and Acts) (3 Credits)
New Testament studies – Letters (3 Credits)
Systematic Theology I (3 Credits)
Systematic Theology II (3 Credits)
Biblical Interpretation (2 Credit)
Apologetics (3 Credits)
Foundations for Ministry Leadership (3 Credits)
Introduction to Pastoral Care (3 Credits)
Discipleship and Teaching (3 Credits)
Ethics and the Christian Worldview (3 Credits)
Counseling in Pastoral Ministry (3 Credits)
The Confessions for Christian Formation (3 Credits).
Theory and Methods in Biblical Preaching (2 Credits)
Preaching Practicum I (2 Credits)
Preaching Practicum II (2 Credits)
The Missional Ministry (2 Credits)
Communal Worship Practices and Leadership (3 Credits)
The Gospel in a Multi-Faith Culture (3 Credits)
The Church in History I (3 Credits)
The Church in History II (3 credits)
African Church History (3 credits)
Introduction to World Religions (3 Credits)
Nigerian (Ugandan) Church History (2 Credits)
Understanding Church Polity (1 Credits)
Integrative Seminar -Capstone Course (1 credit)
Ministers’ Formation Groups (4 Credits)
Cross-Cultural Ministry Apprenticeship – (2 Credits)
Pastoral Ministry Internship – (6 Credits)
Tent Maker Workshop and Practice (2 Credits)
Any number of courses in areas of interest totaling 12 Credits
Each student will be assigned to an Formation For Ministry (FFM) Advisor, a peer to peer FMM Mentoring Group and a supervising church so that they would gain the much needed encouragement and practical experiences for ministry excellence. Each FFM Group will be mentored by an FMM Advisor whose responsibility will be to walk alongside the student as the student develops his/her ministerial identity through discipleship. The FFM Advisor and student will meet regularly in order to keep track of the student’s spiritual and discipleship development.
Short-term and yearlong internships are included in relevant degree programmes to enable students develop broad and strong ministry skills.