| BIBLE |
| Hermeneutics (How to Interpret the Bible) | 4 | BI134 | Jean-François OZIER-LAFONTAINE (Backup: Martin R. GABRIEL) | The Hermeneutics course aims to instill in the student the fundamental rules on the science and art of interpreting the Holy Scriptures. After the course, the student will have the necessary tools to be able to properly interpret biblical texts for his personal edification, preparation for teaching and preaching the Word of God, and understanding biblical doctrine. |
| Exegesis (Interpretation of Biblical Texts) | 4 | BI344 | | |
| Old Testament |
| Old Testament Survey | 4 | BI104 | Martin R. GABRIEL | The purpose of this course is to give the student an overview of the message of the Old Testament while introducing him to the key themes specific to each of its books and its four major parts: Law, History, Poetry, and Prophecy. In doing so, the student will be able to appreciate the close and wonderful link between the Old and New Testaments: God's plan for his people and for humanity. |
| Pentateuch | 4 | BI304 | | |
| Former Prophets | 4 | BI314 | | |
| Poetical Books | 4 | BI234 | | |
| Psalms | 4 | BI324 | | |
| Prophetical Books | 4 | BI334 | | |
| Isaiah | 4 | BI204 | Martin R. GABRIEL | The Bible is a collection of masterpieces, and Isaiah is one of those few books in the Bible that could be called the cream of the crop, both in terms of theological content and literary form. The purpose of this course is to show the student what makes this book so beautiful, unique, and of extraordinary importance for the Christian today. At the end of the course, the student will be able to better understand the themes covered in the book and better appreciate its literary value. |
| New Testament |
| New Testament Survey | 4 | BI114 | Martin R. GABRIEL | The purpose of this course is to give the student an overview of the message of the New Testament while introducing him to the key themes specific to each of its books and its four major parts: Gospels, Acts, Epistles, and Revelation. At the end of the course, the student will be able to better understand and appreciate the Word of God as it was communicated in its historical, political, geographical, and cultural context. |
| Synoptic Gospels | 4 | BI224 | | |
| Gospel of John and Johannine Epistles | 4 | BI124 | | |
| Acts of the Apostles | 4 | BI244 | | A study of the origin and growth of the early Church, as well as its teachings and practices. Particular emphasis is placed on the dynamic role of the Holy Spirit. |
| Epistle to the Romans | 4 | BI254 | Martin R. GABRIEL | The Epistle to the Romans, called the "magnum opus" or "The Gospel According to the Apostle Paul," is a central book in Christian theology and has had a tremendous impact on the history of the Church. The purpose of this course is to explore the themes of this book that have allowed it to have such an impact and influence on Christianity. At the end of this course, the student will be able to better understand and apply the teachings of this book. |
| Prison Epistles | 4 | BI384 | Antonella MORLACCI | This course focuses on the letters written by the Apostle Paul while he was in prison. Students will examine the historical and spiritual background of each Epistle and will be able to distinguish their main theological themes. Paul's teachings will be examined to equip students to apply them in daily life and identify heresies. |
| Pastoral Epistles | 4 | BI354 | | |
| Epistle to the Hebrews | 4 | BI364 | Antonella MORLACCI | |
| General Epistles | 4 | BI394 | | |
| Revelation | 4 | BI374 | Martin R. GABRIEL | The Book of Revelation is one of the major books of the Bible, both fascinating and repulsive, and often misunderstood. The goal of this course is to help students discover the true value of this book and to give them the keys to a better understanding and interpretation of the texts in their overall biblical context. At the end of the course, students will be able to approach the book in a better way in order to better draw lessons and spiritual benefits from it. |
| GENERAL EDUCATION |
| University Study Methods | 2 | ED102 | Dr. Bruno ZOUNGRANA | This course will allow the student to acquire skills to know how to organize his time and resources to succeed in his studies without too much difficulty. It will give him the basics of writing requirements according to the university standards defined by the Caribbean Theological Institute. |
| Research Methods | 3 | ED103 | Dr. Bruno ZOUNGRANA | |
| Rhetoric, Public Speaking | 3 | ED113 | | |
| Intercultural Communication | 4 | ED304 | | A study of communication that equips students to develop the skills needed to communicate the gospel to other cultures. |
| Introduction to News Media | 4 | ED204 | | An introduction to media communication theory with a particular focus on the role of printing, radio, cinema, television, the internet and social networks in transmitting the Gospel to the world. |
| Introduction to philosophy | 3 | ED123 | | This course is an introduction to Western philosophy from its beginnings to the present day. The main objective is to use philosophy as a tool for pastoral, evangelical, and apologetic applications. |
| Introduction to psychology | 4 | ED214 | | An overview of the science and practices of psychology from a biblical perspective. |
| Christian Ethics | 4 | ED104 | Dr. Alain NISUS | |
| Leadership | 4 | ED324 | Dr. Jim LEMONS | |
| Apologetics | 4 | ED314 | Dr. Bruno ZOUNGRANA | This study examines the defense of the Christian faith against the main obstacles erected before it. It reviews the intellectual challenges posed to Christianity as well as contemporary apologetic approaches. |
| HISTORY |
| Church History I : From Pentecost to the Reformation | 4 | HI104 | Dr. Bruno ZOUNGRANA | This course is a continuous exploration of the evolution of the Church during the first sixteen centuries: the birth of the Church; the heresies and false doctors of the 1st to the 3rd century; an overview of the period of the Church Fathers; the persecutions, the influences of false doctrines and the corrections made by the Apologetic Fathers and theologians of the time; the biblical canon; the Church of the Middle Ages; the precursors of the Reformation and the reforms of the 16th century. |
| History of the Church II: From the Reformation to the Present Day | 4 | HI114 | Dr. Bruno ZOUNGRANA | A study of the development of Christianity from the Reformation to the present day. The focus is on the emergence, development, and progression of Pentecostalism. |
| Church History III: History of Revival Movements | 4 | HI204 | | |
| Archaeology and the Bible | 4 | HI214 | | |
| LANGUAGE |
| Hébreu biblique I-IV | 5 | LA204; LA214; LA304; LA314 | Martin R. GABRIEL | An introduction to Biblical Hebrew, where the student is introduced to Hebrew grammar, syntax, and morphology. The objective is to help the student become familiar with reading and translating biblical texts. |
| Grec biblique I-IV | 5 | LA104; LA114; LA203; LA213 | Martin R. GABRIEL | A study of New Testament Greek, where the student learns phonology, morphology, syntax, and basic vocabulary. The objective is to help the student understand the fundamental rules of Greek syntax and to be able to perform linguistic analysis of selected sentences and texts. |
| Anglais I-IV | 4 | LA144; LA154; LA244; LA254 | Dr. Thierry HERMINE | |
| Français I-II (langue étrangère) | 4 | LA124; LA134 | Martin R. GABRIEL | The French I and II course is an integrated learning system designed to provide beginner-level students with immediately useful French language skills. The core philosophy is that creative use of the language is possible from the outset; students should not have to wait until they enter advanced French courses for genuine communication to occur. The course allows for maximum interaction between students and between students and the teacher, right from the introductory lesson. |
| Français III-IV (langue étrangère) | 4 | LA224; LA234 | Martin R. GABRIEL | The French III and IV courses are designed for those who already have some knowledge of French and French culture, but who wish to refine their understanding of the language and French civilization. This course, focused on conversation and reading, allows students not only to review the fundamental grammar concepts learned in the first year, but also to develop greater mastery and ease in understanding and using the subtleties of the French language. |
| MINISTRY/MISSION |
| Homiletics (How to Preach) | 4 | MI204 | Jean-François OZIER-LAFONTAINE (Backup: Antonella MORLACCI, Martin R. GABRIEL) | This course aims to provide students with an introduction to the science and art of preaching. They will learn the principles of sermon construction and how to preach different types of sermons: thematic, textual, and expository. By the end of the course, students will be well-equipped to prepare a biblical message and deliver it clearly, relevantly, in a structured, and effective manner, under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. |
| Church Management | 4 | MI224 | | This course covers all the practical, organizational, administrative and legal aspects of managing the local church on a daily basis. |
| Church Planting and Growth | 4 | MI304 | | A study of the principles of church planting and growth. Particular attention is paid to the cultural environment, migrations of peoples, and growth models. Students will conduct a diagnostic study of their local church and apply the growth process to the church. |
| Evangelism | 4 | MI234 | | A study of biblical principles and modern techniques for effective evangelization. |
| Children's ministry | 3 | MI303 | | A study of the characteristics of children, by age group, and the most effective methods and materials for evangelizing and nurturing them in the Christian faith. |
| Youth ministry | 3 | MI313 | | A study of the establishment of a program adapted to the needs of young people in the areas of worship, biblical education, fellowship and evangelism. |
| Comparative Religions | 4 | MI214 | | A comparative study of major contemporary religions such as Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism and Animism. |
| Missiology | 4 | MI104 | Dr. Jim LEMONS | Study of missions, from a historical point of view, trends, methods, activities, etc. |
| Pastoral Counseling | 4 | MI314 | | |
| MUSIC |
| Music, liturgy and Christian worship | 3 | MU303 | | |
| Instruments (Piano, Guitar...) | 3 | MU313 | | |
| Voice/Choir | 2 | MU302 | | |
| THEOLOGY |
| Introduction to Theology | 3 | TH103 | Dr. Alain NISUS | What is theology? What is its purpose? What are its aims? What are its sources? How is theology done? This course is an introduction to Christian and evangelical theology. Everyone does theology. Some do it rigorously and methodically, others intuitively. This course aims to study the sources, norms, and methods of evangelical theology, which will be examined in dialogue with other Christian traditions on these same questions. We will also explore how different theological fields are interconnected, and how theology engages in dialogue with other disciplines such as philosophy, history, and the various humanities. |
| Bibliology | 3 | TH113 | Dr. Alain NISUS | This course is an introduction to the theology of Scripture from an evangelical perspective. After an analysis of the concept of revelation as the foundation of Christian faith and theology, we will study in detail the traditional notions of "inspiration", "word of God", "canonicity" and "inerrancy" as well as the debates they provoke today. |
| Christology, Soteriology and Hamartiology | 4 | TH104 | Dr. Bruno ZOUNGRANA | Christology is the study of the person, doctrine, and work of Christ. Soteriology will reveal the nature of present and future salvation and the means of salvation. Hamartiology will help to understand the nature and extent of sin as well as its consequences. |
| Pneumatology | 4 | TH224 | Dr. Jim LEMONS | |
| Ecclesiology | 4 | TH204 | Dr. Bruno ZOUNGRANA | A doctrinal study of the Church: its origin, organization, and ordinances. Emphasis is placed on the purpose of the Church as the body of Christ. |
| Eschatology | 2 | TH212 | Dr. Bruno ZOUNGRANA | The aim of the course is the study of the doctrine of "last things" (the return of Christ, the millennium, etc.). It is not only a matter of exploring all aspects of the question of the end times but also of examining the main theological schools and currents in the subject. |
| Biblical Theology | 4 | TH304 | | |
| Pastoral Theology | 4 | TH314 | | A study of the calling, life and role of the pastor within the local church and its environment. |
