If you have successfully completed the PG Cert at KST, you can progress to the PG Dip programme.
Direct Entrance onto the PG Dip
Alternatively, you can gain direct entrance onto the PG Dip if you have accumulated 60 credits of studies from a recognised higher education institution or provider in a related subject area.
The PG Dip consists of six core modules in total (three of which are the modules taken on the PG Cert module and an additional three core modules). The PG Dip modules draw on the following broad subject areas identified by three strands:
| Subject Areas | Strands |
| Theological Education for Ministry | Strand One |
| Missiology | Strand Two |
| Communication and Theological Research | Strand Three |
PG Dip Modules
| Module 4: Principles of Biblical Hermeneutics KST4 | Strand One | 10 credits |
| (Choose either KST51 or KST52 but not both)
Module 5: Pentecostalism, Charismatics and Missions KST51 |
Strand Two | 20 credits |
| Module 5: Black Majority Pentecostal/Charismatic Churches KST52*
*KST52 highlights black majority Pentecostal/Charismatic churches (BMCs) located geographically in the UK; these churches consist of congregants predominantly from the African and Caribbean communities. |
Strand Two | 20 credits |
| Module 6: The Art of Preaching KST6 | Strand Three | 30 credits |
APL (Accreditation of Prior Learning)
There are no credits given for APL at the PG Dip level.
Aims: This module explores Pauline Epistles such Corinthians and Galatians through the principles of Biblical hermeneutics. It considers the Bible’s revelation, inspiration, illumination and interpretation, concomitant with Pentecostal/Charismatic reading of biblical texts.
Description
Aims: The module provides analyses of the history of modern Pentecostalism and its global permutations, for example, in Africa and Asia. It focuses on the development of the Charismatic movement in diverse geographical spaces and the involvement of key individuals such as William J Seymour and David du Plessis. Attention is also given to aspects of Pentecostal theology.
Aims: The module outlines the history of modern Pentecostalism and explores the origins and development of black majority churches (BMCs) in Britain. It examines various issues of concern within the African and Caribbean communities. It explores the prophetic role of BMC leaders in responding to social, economic and political challenges, and investigates the notion of ‘colonial Christianity.’ The module highlights the implications of these matters for missions.