Master of Theology

The Postgraduate School of the South African Theological Seminary proudly offers our outstanding Master of Theology programme, designed to produce competent leaders who have expert knowledge in a particular field and are able to serve God effectively as pastors, missionaries, teachers or leaders.

 

 

Head and Registrar of our Postgraduate School

	Head of our Postgraduate School
	Prof. Franklin Jabini D.Th., D.Min. Frank completed his doctoral studies at UNIZUL and CBC respectively. He is the former Provost of the Caribbean College of the Bible International and the former President of the Evangelical School of Theology. He has extensive experience in missions and Bible translation.

Mrs Leschenne Rebuli M.Th. (Registrar for the Postgraduate School) Mrs Leschenne Rebuli is the Registrar for the Postgraduate School. If you would like more information about any of our postgraduate programmes, please email her at postgraduate@sats.edu.za or dial 011 234 4440 and ask to speak to Leschenne.

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Accreditation

The South African Theological Seminary was the first private tertiary institution in South Africa to receive accreditation for the M.Th by the Council on Higher Education, which has a stated policy of national and international comparability. In this regard, we have been subjected to a very stringent evaluation. You are therefore assured that the degree you earn is the highest standard and that the credits are internationally portable.

Our Masters programme offers you a very wide range of focus areas, each of which is supervised by highly competent academic specialists, who have been very carefully selected to provide you with the levels of service excellence, for which we have become known.

Options

OPTION ONE: The research MTh

RES5150 Research Methodology MANDATORY PREREQUISITE: Upon enrolment ALL MTh candidates are required to complete the RES5150 Research Methodology manual as an entrance requirement into the Masters programme. Students will have up to five (5) months to work through the manual online (MySats). The final outcome is a 3 – 5 page draft research proposal. You will have three (3) opportunities to submit a reasonable draft proposal. If you are successful you will be able to continue into the MTh programme and be assigned a supervisor/facilitator, if you are unsuccessful you will not be allowed to continue but be withdrawn from the programme. If the course facilitator feels that the third and final submission is questionable he will consult with two faculty members for guidance before making the final decision.

The research MTh consists of a 180-credit thesis of approximately 50,000 words (150 pages) in a field of specialisation. You begin with the course RES5300 Research Methodology, which culminates in the submission of a research proposal for an MTh thesis. Your proposal must be approved by the Postgraduate Committee, after which you may proceed with writing the thesis. You have a maximum of one year to get your proposal passed. If you fail to do so, you will not be permitted to continue with the programme.

Due to the nature of the research degree, the study may be undertaken in any area of specialisation within the field of theology. The table below lists some of the standard specialisations.

Apologetics	Bible Translation	Old Testament	Worship Studies
Dogmatic Theology	Biblical Studies	New Testament	Pastoral Counselling
Historic Theology	Biblical Hebrew	Christian Leadership	Pastoral Ministry
Practical Theology	Biblical Greek	Christian Education	Children's Ministry
Systematic Theology	Homiletics	Discipleship	Sports Ministry
Ethics	Church History	Missiology	Youth Ministry

OPTION TWO: Outcomes Structured Programme

We offer several structured MTh programmes consisting of eight 15-credit courses and a mini-thesis (approximately 75 pages). Structured programmes are available in the following fields:

• Pastoral Theology
• Biblical Studies
• Biblical Greek
• Child Counselling*

*PLEASE TAKE NOTE THAT THE MASTER OF THEOLOGY IN CHILD COUNSELING PROGRAMME WILL NOT LEAD TO PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION AS CHILD COUNSELOR, COUNSELOR OR PLAY THERAPIST AT ANY PROFESSIONAL BOARD IN SOUTH-AFRICA, SUCH AS THE SACSSP OR HPCSA.

Please consult the Postgraduate Registrar for more details about each structured programme, and the availability of each programme for new enrolments at postgraduate@sats.edu.za.

The integrated MTh (forthcoming)

During the course of 2012 we plan to introduce our most exciting MTh programme to date—an integrated Master of Theology. We realise that Christian leaders need to understand theology in an integrated or holistic way if they are to be thinking practitioners, able to lead the church effectively in an ever-changing world. They need to know how to think theologically, drawing together the perspective offered by each branch of theology, i.e. biblical studies, historical theology, systematic theology, missiology, and practical theology. The integrated MTh will teach you how to do theology in ministry. By the end of the programme, you will be able to integrate insights from each branch of theology to discern God’s view and will concerning life or ministry issues.

We are still finalising the details, but the programme is likely to consist of five courses and a mini-thesis. Please contact the PG Registrar for more

Enrolment Requirement

The minimum admission requirement is a relevant Bachelor Honours Degree. A “professional” Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 96 credits at level 8 or a Postgraduate Diploma may also be recognised as meeting the minimum entry requirement to a cognate Master’s Degree programme. In all cases, the qualification must have been earned at an accredited institution. In the case of foreign qualifications the institution must be accredited by a recognised accrediting body or by the institution’s national government. Candidates must have achieved an above average grade in their entry-level qualification.

The Seminary offers a free, no obligation evaluation of your transcripts, which can either be faxed to us at + 27 11 234-4445 or scanned and sent as email attachments to postgraduate@sats.edu.za . We will initiate a response to your request within two days of receipt. If, based on an examination of your application and academic transcripts, the Seminary has concerns over either your language skills or your academic ability; the admissions committee may prescribe an admission test to evaluate your suitability to become an MTh candidate.

Enrolment

To access our online application form, simply click on Apply Online. We look forward to being of assistance to you.

Pricing 2011

Tuition Fee (per year) R9990 ($2000)

You are required to pay the annual tuition fee for each year enrolled, with a minimum payment of two consecutive years. Should a third or subsequent year be necessary to complete the programme, the annual tuition fee will be levied.

Fees are increased annually in January.

Access to further programmes

Successful MTh graduates automatically have access to the Doctoral programmes in related fields at any accredited institution in South Africa , provided they achieve an aggregate of 60 percent for the MTh programme.

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Master of Theology Supervisors:

 

Systematic Theology

 

	Prof. Samuel Kunhiyop Ph.D. Sam completed his doctorate at Trinity International University, and postdoctoral studies at Global Research Institute. He is the former Head of Our Postgraduate School, but has recently been appointed as the General Secretary of the ECWA church in Nigeria. He is a Langham writer and one of the authors of the acclaimed Africa Bible Commentary.
	Dr Christopher Peppler Th.D., Ph.D., D.Th. Chris completed his Doctor of Theology degree at UNIZUL. He was the founder and first Principal of SATS and has extensive experience in business, the church and education. He has a passion for the local church and is regarded as an outstanding teacher.
	Dr Peter Wyngaard Ph.D. Peter has worked extensively in the fields of training people for ministry at various levels. He obtained his Master of Theology from UNISA in the field of Christology. However, his passion for New Testament lead him to complete his PhD in New Testament studies from University of Witwatersrand under the supervision of Prof. Bill Domeris. Since then he has gone onto supervising a number of Masters students at various tertiary institutions in South Africa.
	Dr Dan Lioy Ph.D. Dan completed his doctoral studies at North-West University. He is widely published and has a particular interest in intertextuality between the testaments, Biblical ethics and spiritual care in professional settings. Dan has extensive experience in tertiary education and a passion for scholarly excellence.
	Dr Bill Grover D.Th. After 35 years of public, secondary school teaching, Bill received his doctorate from Unizul at 65 years of age. Along with H. Wayne House, Bill is co-author of "Does God Feel Your Pain?" now being reprinted for distribution in South Africa and neighboring countries.
	Mr David Roldan Ph.D.(SATS) . David recently completed his PhD at the South African Theological Seminary. He currently serves as Dean of Instituto Theologica FIET in Argentina.
	Dr Elijah Mahlangu D.Th. Elijah is the former Principal of the South African School of Theology and senior lecturer in New Testament at Pretoria University, where he obtained his doctoral degree. He has served on numerous boards and committees and has a passion for African Biblical Studies.
	Dr Yusufu Turaki Ph.D. Yusufu completed his Doctor of Philosophy degree at Boston University, and has undertaken a number of post-doctoral projects. He is one of the most respected scholars in Africa, with a long record of publications at the highest level.
	Dr Victor Kuligin Ph.D. Victor earned his DTh in Systematic Theology from the University of Stellenbosch. He worked for fourteen years in Namibia as lecturer and Academic Dean at Namibia Evangelical Theological Seminary (NETS) and has travelled extensively throughout Africa as a guest lecturer in countries such as Ethiopia, Kenya, Sudan, and Rwanda. He has also been an Adjunct Professor at Wheaton College and Trinity Christian College in America.

 

African Theology

 

Dr Elijah Mahlangu D.Th. Elijah is the former Principal of the South African School of Theology and senior lecturer in New Testament at Pretoria University, where he obtained his doctoral degree. He has served on numerous boards and committees and has a passion for African Biblical Studies.

Rev. Vernon Light MTh Vernon obtained his masters at the University of Fort Hare. He taught at a number of high schools in South Africa and was ordained Minister of Lakeside Baptist Church, Cape Town in 1980. After serving in a number of churches throughout South Africa, Vernon became the Principal of the Bible Institute Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth and presently lectures the Bible Institute Eastern Cape.

 

Practical Theology

 

	Dr Roger Tucker Ph.D. Roger is currently the minister of St John's Presbyterian Church in Bloemfontein. He has been in the Presbyterian ministry in SA since 1975. He has bachelor degrees in Geology (Manchester) and Theology (London Bible College). He received his doctorate in Practical Theology from Pretoria University. His interest is in everything to do with building up the local church in Southern Africa in the context of today's world and missiology.
	Dr Noel Woodbridge D.Ed. D.Th. Noel has a D.Ed in Philosophy of Education from UNISA and a D.Th in Practical Theology from the University of Zululand. He was awarded a bursary from the Ernest Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Fund to create a Faculty Exchange at the San Diego State University (1992/1993). Noel has published numerous journal articles in the fields of Education and Practical Theology and has presented several papers to professional audiences. He currently serves as a Senior Academic at SATS.
	Dr Franklin Jabini D.Th., D.Min. Frank completed his doctoral studies at UNIZUL and CBC respectively. He is the former Provost of the Caribbean College of the Bible International and the President of the Evangelical School of Theology. He has extensive experience in missions and Bible translation.
	Dr Willem Semmelink Ph.D. Willem holds a D.Th in Practical Theology. He is the Student Dean at the AFM of SA Theological Institute in Soshanguve, where he heads the Departments of Practical Theology & Church History. He is also responsible for courses in Youth Ministry and Counselling Youth at the Auckland Park Theological Seminary Willem is Executive Director of Youth at HEART. Willem is an ordained minister in both the DRC and the AFM.
	Mr Esckinder Woldegabrial M.Th. (Currently completing Ph.D.) Esckinder Woldegebrial earned a Bachelor of Theology (Bth) in 1998 at the Addis Ababa Bible College (associated with the Global University) and obtained his M.Th. degree in May 2003 through the Ethiopian Graduate School of Theology. Esckinder Is currently the principal of the Ethiopian Full Gospel Theological College (EFGTC) and an assistant supervisor for SATS to the graduate level students at the extension campus in Addis Ababa-Ethiopia.
	Mrs Leschenne Rebuli M.Th. (SATS) Assistant Supervisor Leschenne served as a missionary with Teen Missions Int’l for 10 years, working in 8 different countries before joining the SATS team as a course writer in February 2002. She received her Bachelor of Christian Education in the US and her Bachelor of Theology degree through SATS. She completed her Master of Theology degree with SATS on the role of the pastor’s wife in the local church in 2008. Leschenne is currently working on her PhD.
	Dr Zedekiah Orera Ph.D. Dr Zedekiah Orera, who formally headed a Bible college and is now the General Secretary of his denomination, earned his PhD in Practical Theology from the University of the Free State. Amongst his publications is Pastoral ethics within a Kenyan context.
	Dr Paul Stoltz Ph.D.( Paul completed his doctoral studies at the University of the Free State. He spent many years on the mission field in Africa and has a particular interest in the inculturation of the Christian gospel into African Traditional Religions. He has extensive experience in working alongside African Independent - and African Initiated Churches and also has extensive experience of Theological education in an African context. Paul has a passion for sound biblical teachings.
	Dr. Walter Brown Ph.D. Walter obtained his Ph.D. in Hebrew and Old Testament from the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He has held numerous teaching posts, both in Africa and the USA, including Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He is widely published, especially in theological dictionaries.
	Dr Mark Pretorius Ph.D. (Pretoria) Dr Mark Pretorius, who began his academic journey at SATS, obtained his PhD from the University of Pretoria, where he focused on the interaction between science and theology, including integrating evolution and the creative acts of God found in Genesis 1-2. He has published many journal articles.

 

Biblical Studies

 

	Dr Kevin Smith D.Litt., Ph.D. Kevin, who is the Head of Academics and the Vice-Principal of SATS, obtained a D.Litt. in Biblical Languages from Stellenbosch University a Ph.D. in Old Testament from SATS. He has a deeply insightful approach to theology and has already made a meaningful contribution in his relatively short career.
	Dr Bill Domeris Ph.D. Bill obtained his doctorate from Durham University. He is one of the most widely published theological scholars in Africa, especially in the field of Biblical Studies, where he has made substantial contributions at international level.
	Dr Peter Wyngaard Ph.D. Peter has worked extensively in the fields of training people for ministry at various levels. He obtained his Master of Theology from UNISA in the field of Christology. However, his passion for New Testament lead him to complete his PhD in New Testament studies from University of Witwatersrand under the supervision of Prof. Bill Domeris. Since then he has gone onto supervising a number of Masters students at various tertiary institutions in South Africa.
	Dr Dan Lioy Ph.D. Dan completed his doctoral studies at North-West University. He is widely published and has a particular interest in intertextuality between the testaments, Biblical ethics and spiritual care in professional settings. Dan has extensive experience in tertiary education and a passion for scholarly excellence.
	Dr Pieter Siebesma Ph.D. Pieter, who is a Hebrew scholar in the true sense of the word, completed his doctorate at Rijksuniversiteit of Leiden. He is an expert in Semitic languages and Judaica and has written dozens of articles, books and reviews in these fields.
	Dr Elijah Mahlangu D.Th. Elijah is the former Principal of the South African School of Theology and senior lecturer in New Testament at Pretoria University, where he obtained his doctoral degree. He has served on numerous boards and committees and has a passion for African Biblical Studies.
	Dr Annang Asumang M.D.,D.Th. Annang is a practising Medical Consultant of Intensive Care Medicine in the United Kingdom, a Senior Clinical Tutor in a UK Medical School as well as an undergraduate Lecturer and postgraduate Supervisor at SATS. His Ph.D. (Theology), from SATS, examined the Formation of the Disciples of Jesus in the Gospels of Mark and John. In Biblical and theological studies, he has published four academic and devotional books, and several articles on original researches, and has presented his theological findings to scholarly gatherings. Annang is also a member, preacher and bible teacher, at Grimsby Baptist Church, UK
	Dr Abel Ndjerareou Ph.D. Abel was the former Principal of the Bangui Evangelical Graduate School of Theology in the Central African Republic. He obtained his doctorate from Dallas Theological Seminary and is widely regarded especially in the field of Biblical Studies.
	Dr Alberto Roldan Ph.D. Albert obtained his DTh at ISEDET in Buenos Aires and currently serves as the Director Of Postgraduate Studies at FIET in Argentina.
	Dr Zoltan Erdey Ph.D Zoltan is the Head of Academic Quality Assurance at the South African Theological Seminary. He holds a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies (SATS). His academic interests also include, inter alia, parable interpretation and apologetics. He also served as a Youth Pastor for 8 years at his local church.
	Prof Emmanuel Mbennah Ph.D. Emmanuel obtained his PhD degree in communication at, Potchefstroom University, South Africa, as well as a Ph.d. in N.T. from Daystar University, Nairobi, Kenya. He has more than ten year’s experience of university teaching and wide experience in academic research and post graduate supervision. Emmanuel is an ordained minister in the Anglican Church and has published numerous books and papers. He is presently Extraordinary Associate Professor of New Testament, School of Biblical Studies and Ancient Languages, Faculty of Theology, North-West University, Potchefstroom, RSA.
	Dr Mariano Avila Ph.D. Mario obtained his Ph.D. in Hermeneutics and Biblical Interpretation from Westminster Theological Seminary, and his Ph.D. Social Sciences from Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana. He has authored a number of publications and has taught at and headed a number of academic institutions in both of the Americas as well as pastoring churches in Mexico and the USA. He is presently professor of NT at Calvin Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

 

Greek

 

Dr Kevin Smith D.Litt., Ph.D. Kevin, who is the Head of Academics and the Vice-Principal of SATS, obtained a D.Litt. in Biblical Languages from Stellenbosch University a Ph.D. in Old Testament from SATS. He has a deeply insightful approach to theology and has already made a meaningful contribution in his relatively short career.

 

Hebrew

 

Dr Pieter Siebesma Ph.D. Pieter, who is a Hebrew scholar in the true sense of the word, completed his doctorate at Rijksuniversiteit of Leiden. He is an expert in Semitic languages and Judaica and has written dozens of articles, books and reviews in these fields.

 

Christian Ethics

 

	Prof. Samuel Kunhiyop Ph.D. Sam completed his doctorate at Trinity International University, and Post Doctoral studies at Global Research Institute. He has been Professor Theology/Ethics at Jos ECWA Theological Seminary since 1993 and Provost since 1997. He is a Langham writer and one of the authors of the acclaimed Africa Bible Commentary.
	Dr Dan Lioy Ph.D. Dan completed his doctoral studies at North-West University. He is widely published and has a particular interest in intertextuality between the testaments, Biblical ethics and spiritual care in professional settings. Dan has extensive experience in tertiary education and a passion for scholarly excellence.
	Mr Pelham Lessing M.Phil.(Currently doing Ph.D.) Pelham holds a M.Phil. from the University of Port Elizabeth, a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from Hebron Theological College and is registered for a PhD in Development Studies at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. He is registered as an educator with the SACE and a Counsellor Specialist with the Council of Counsellors in South Africa. Pelham fellowships at an AFM Church in Florida, where he serves as resident theologian, pastor, teacher and lecturer.

 

Missiology

 

	Dr Franklin Jabini D.Th., D.Min. Frank completed his doctoral studies at UNIZUL and CBC respectively. He is the former Provost of the Caribbean College of the Bible International and the President of the Evangelical School of Theology. He has extensive experience in missions and Bible translation.
	Dr Keith Ferdinando Ph.D. Keith, who is the Principal of the Rwanda Faculty of Evangelical Theology, obtained his doctorate from London Bible College , where he also completed post doctoral studies. His specialist field is African Missiology.
	Dr Robert N’Kwim D.Th. Robert completed his doctoral studies at the Protestant University of the Congo in 2002. He is professor of Missions, Ecumenism and Sciences of Religions at the Protestant university of the Congo and is the national president and legal representative of the DRC Scripture Union. Robert pastors the Baptist Protestant Parish in Kinshasa and has had six articles published in “Revue Congelaise de Theologie Protestant us Congo.
	Dr Nebert Mtange D.Miss. Nebert received his doctorate from Asbury Theological Seminary Wilmore, KY. He is the principle of Harvest Institute in Nairobi, Kenya and the Program Coordinator for African Leaders in Missions, Vihiga, Kenya. Nerbert has a B.A. in Communications and is the Managing Editor of Involvement – Daystar University, Nairobi Kenya and an Editorial Assistant of World Pulse – Billy Graham Center, Wheaton College, USA.
	Dr Steve Hardy D.Miss. Dr Steve Hardy D.Miss. Steve completed his doctoral studies at Trinity International University . He is the Consultant for Theological Education for SIM for Africa, Latin America and Asia and was formerly a consultant for Overseas Council. He is one of the most knowledgeable people with respect to theological education worldwide and has vast experience in missions training.
	Dr Norberto Saracco Ph.D.( Norberto has a Masters in Religious Sciences (Universidad de Costa Rica) and PhD from Birmingham University, England. He has been a Pentecostal Pastorfor42 years and founder and Rector of Instituto Teológico FIET, the largest Spanish Speaking seminary of the world. Norberto has a passion for the unity of the Church. His areas of expertise are: Pentecostal Theology, Urban Mission and Theological Education.
	Dr Emmanuel Tshilenga D.Miss. - (French) Dr Emmanuel Tshilenga, earned his PhD in Missiology from the University of Pretoria, where his thesis focussed on “Collective sin in Africa: a missiological approach to African crises.” He coordinated a church planting movement in French countries from 2000 to 2009 with OMS international, and has coordinated the French programme at FEBA Radio.
	Dr Ruben Paredes Alfaro Ph.D.(California) Ruben obtained his Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of California. He is currently Associate Director of PRODOLA (a Ph.D. Programme in Theology with the emphasis on Missiology in Latin America) and Director of the Graduate School of Mission “Orlando E. Costas” of CEMAA in Lima – Peru.
	Dr Remi Lawanson Ph.D.(Fuller) Remi obtained his Ph.D in Intercultural Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary. He currently serves as an Adjunct Professor at Azusa Pacific University, BIOLA University and Fuller Theological Seminary. His research interests include the integration of missiology, ecclesiology and organisational theory and cross-cultural mission.
	Prof Chuck van Engen Ph.D. Chuck who is the current Arthur F. Glasser Professor of Biblical Theology of Mission, at the School of Intercultural Studies, Fuller Theological Seminary, obtained his Ph.D. from the Free University of Amsterdam. He is a leading missiologist in the Americas, with extensive practical and academic experience.
	Dr Elaine Vaden D. Miss. Elaine obtained her Doctor of Missiology from Fuller Seminary. She is an elder of the Silverlake Community Church, Presbyterian congregation and currently teaches Missions, History of Christianity and Leadership Development as visiting professor at Northrise University, Ndola, Zambia as well as courses in Contemporary Culture, Missional Church and Mission History in Fuller Seminary’s online and extension sites. Elaine is the Associate International Director, Scholars Program, Langham Partnership International, and has served in a number of missions associations and societies.
	Dr Abraham Byeong Jun Ph.D. Byeong obtained his doctorate in Islamic Studies from the University of the Western Cape, Cape Town (2008). He serves as a missionary in Serving in Mission International and his areas of speciality are practical theology, Christian doctrine, missions, comparative religion & theology.
	Dr Miguel Palomino Ph.D. Miguel obtained his Ph.D. ftom the University of Edinburgh in 2002. He is Director of Escuela de Capacitación Ministerial de Miami (ECAMM) and Rector of Facultad Teológica Latinoamericana. He is also pastor of Pembroke Pines Alliance Church. Miguel has published articles in many journals and is on the Advisory Board of Global Missiology.
	Prof. Fred Smith Ph.D. Fred obtained his Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary - School of World Missions in 1985. He is Professor of Missions, and Chair of the World Missions Department at Toccoa Falls College. Fred has published over thirty articles in various Spanish and English publications
	Dr Julio Zabatiero D.Th. Julio obtained his Ph.d. in Theology at Escola Superior de Teologia, in Brazil. He is a Professor at the Escola Superior de Teologia, in São Leopoldo-RS and Coordinator of graduate studies and research of United College of Victory. Julio has published numerous papers and articles on a wide range of subjects.
	Dr Emmanuel Anim (Ph.D.) Emmanuel, who is currently the Dean of the Faculty of Theology and Mission, Pentecost University College in Accra, obtained his PhD from All Nations Christian College. He has published a number of key articles and books, addressing controversial issues such as polygamy and the Church in Africa and the prosperity gospel. He has also presented numerous papers..

 

Historical Theology/Church History

 

	Dr Raymond Martin D.Th. Raymond Martin received his doctorate in theology from UNIZUL. He has over thirty years of pastoral ministry experience and is also currently involved in teaching theology and mentoring future leaders at a seminary in the Far East.
	Dr Bulus Galadima Ph.D.( Bulus obtained his PhD in Historical Theology from Trinity International University. He is the Provost of JETS and is an Adjunct professor at Trinity International. Bulas has pastored churches in both Africa and the USA and has authored a vast array of books articles and papers.
	Celestin Kouassi Ph.D. Celestin is National Director of training and education of the Evangelical Protestant Church CMA of Côte d'Ivoire, and has been a member of the Executive Committee of the Board of theological Institutions of Francophone Africa since 2007. He has also been president of the national Executive Committee of the groups Bible scholars Côte d'Ivoire since 2005.

 

Islamic Studies

 

Dr Abraham Byeong Jun Ph.D. Byeong obtained his doctorate in Islamic Studies from the University of the Western Cape, Cape Town (2008). He serves as a missionary in Serving in Mission International and his areas of speciality are practical theology, Christian doctrine, missions, comparative religion & theology.

 

Pastoral Counselling

 

	Prof. MervIn van der Spuy D.Th. B.Pharm. Mervin obtained his doctorate at UNISA and served as the Head of the Association of Christian Counsellors of South Africa, before being appointed as Professor of Counselling Psychology at Providence Seminary in Canada. He has served as Vice-Chair of the International Network of Christian Counsellors.
	Mrs Rosemare Visser M.A., M.Phil.(currently completing Ph.D. Mrs Rosemaré Visser has obtained a BA Hons (Clinical Psych), a MPhil (specialization Narrative Therapy)(Cum Laude) and an MA (Theology): Practical Theology (with specialization in Trauma) (also Cum Laude) and is presently completing a Ph.D.. From 1996 – 2001, she lectured at the Cape Town Baptist Seminary in Spiritual Formation, Psychology and Developmental Psychology. Rosemaré is presently on the academic staff of SATS
	Dr Anna-Marie Lockard Ph.D. Dr. Anna-Marie Lockard is professor and Vice Principal for Academic Affairs at Nazarene Theological College in Johannesburg, South Africa. She holds a PhD. Biblical Counselling from the Trinity Theological Seminary Newburgh, Indiana, and an MA in Guidance and Counselling from the Lael College and Graduate School St. Louis, Missouri. Anna-Marie has had a number of papers and articles published.

 

Islamic Studies

 

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Dr Abraham Byeong Jun Ph.D. Byeong obtained his doctorate in Islamic Studies from the University of the Western Cape, Cape Town (2008). He serves as a missionary in Serving in Mission International and his areas of speciality are practical theology, Christian doctrine, missions, comparative religion & theology.

 

Christian Education

 

Dr Robert Brodie Ph.D. Robert completed his doctoral Studies at St. Augustines. He has many years of experience in education at various levels, particularly distance education. After moving from teaching in a high school, he became a teacher trainer and senior administrator at a College of Education that provided further education for serving teachers by means of distance education. After the closure of all such colleges, Rob became an Academic Subject Adviser at a private distance education institution, before joining SATS.

Dr Marina van Loggerenberg D.Ed. Until her retirement in December 2004, Marina was a senior lecturer in the Faculty of Education at the Rand Afrikaans University. She has published several articles in accredited academic and other popular journals and has delivered papers at national and international conferences.

 

Church Management and Leadership

 

	Dr Vincent Atterbury D.Th. Vincent obtained a masters in Biblical Studies from UPE with a thesis on the biblical view of the Apostolic Faith Mission of S.A. with specific reference to the Old Testament. He obtained his D.Th. in Practical Theology from Unisa with a thesis on Church Leadership from a Pentecostal Perspective and he also holds a B.Th. (Hons) from Unisa in Systematic Theology. He currently pastors the Weltevrednpark AFM assembly and, since 2008, he is also the Executive Director of the AFM Church's Education and Training Directorate. His fields of interest are Pentecostalism and church leadership/management.
	Dr Gary Waldron Ph.D. Gary received his Ph.D.in Sociological Foundations of Education from the University of South Carolina in 1995. He is Professor of Christian Leadership at Faith Evangelical Seminary & Chair of Doctor of Ministry Committee. Gary is the founder and executive director, of the Faith Leadership Initiative, has worked a s a missionary and is extensively involved in missionary institutions and hasbeen published in the ChinaSource Journal.
	Dr Dick Seed Ph.D. Dick’s area of research has been concerned with the nature of learning in theological education by extension courses as well as research into the influence of culture on learning outcomes in theological education in Africa.

 

Homiletics

 

Dr Raymond Martin D.Th. Raymond Martin received his doctorate in theology from UNIZUL. He has over thirty years of pastoral ministry experience and is also currently involved in teaching theology and mentoring future leaders at a seminary in the Far East.

 

Youth Ministry

 

Dr Willem Semmelink Ph.D. Willem holds a D.Th in Practical Theology. He is the Student Dean at the AFM of SA Theological Institute in Soshanguve, where he heads the Departments of Practical Theology & Church History. He is also responsible for courses in Youth Ministry and Counselling Youth at the Auckland Park Theological Seminary Willem is Executive Director of Youth at HEART. Willem is an ordained minister in both the DRC and the AFM. `

 

Children's Ministry

 

Dr. Jan Grobbelaar Ph.D. Jan obtained his D.Th. in Practical Theology from the University of Stellenbosch in 2008. He has served as a minister in a number of churches, where he was also involved in youth ministry. Between 2005 – 2008, Jan lectured at and was later appointed Principal of Petra College, Western Cape. He has written numerous papers and published several articles on children’s ministry and is on the governing bodies of several organisations.

 

Bible Translation

 

	Dr Veroni Kruger D.Litt. Veroni obtained his doctorate at the University of Pretoria, and a BTh in Missiology at the University of South Africa. He was a pastor for nineteen years, and is the founder of The Word for the World Bible Translators. Has has been involved in training Bible translators and working as a consultant in Bible translation projects since 1988.
	Dr Franklin Jabini D.Th., D.Min. Frank completed his doctoral studies at UNIZUL and CBC respectively. He is the former Provost of the Caribbean College of the Bible International and the President of the Evangelical School of Theology. He has extensive experience in missions and Bible translation.

 

Sport Ministry

 

Dr Greg Linville D.Min.( Greg holds a M.A. degree and a M.Div. from Ashland Theological Seminary, Ashland, Ohio. He was awarded the world's first Honorary Doctorate of Divinity in Sports Ministry and is working on a Doctorate of Ministry in Sports Ministry. Greg currently serves as the Professor of Sports Ministry at Malone University , and has written many articles on the Theology and Ethics of Competition and has written chapters in and edited spots ministry manual.

 

Worship Studies

 

Dr Randall McElwain M.A. Music. D.Th. Randall has an academic background in music and in theology. He completed his doctoral study in Practical Theology at University of Zululand. His research interests include Wesleyan theology, hymnology, and Christian worship. He is particularly interested in supervising students who seek to integrate theology and worship.