Duration 1 Year (2 Semesters)
Total Credits 30 Credit Hours
Delivery Mode Coursework + Practicum
Teaching System Semester System (Distance Learning)
Session Begin 1st March & 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction English
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicant must hold a Completion of High School Certificate (or equivalent).
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $150
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Certificate of History of Israel’s Neighboring Kingdoms (C.HINK) is a one-year academic program designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the nations, kingdoms, and cultures that interacted with ancient Israel throughout biblical history. This program combines biblical studies, historical research, and archaeological insights to help students explore the political, social, and religious influence of Israel’s neighboring kingdoms, enriching their understanding of Scripture and the historical world of the Bible.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Historical Knowledge
Ancient Kingdom Studies
Cultural Context Analysis
Archaeological Awareness Development
Scriptural Interpretation Skills
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Department
Ancient Israel Studies
Faculty
History of Israel’s Neighboring Kingdoms
Medium of Instruction
English
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 30 credit hours
- Active participation in practical ministry / mission fieldwork
- Minimum passing grade as per institutional policy
COURSE STRUCTURE
Semester 1 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
CHINK 101 |
Geography and Peoples of the Ancient Near East |
3 |
|
CHINK 102 |
Political History of Israel and Its Neighbors |
3 |
|
CHINK 103 |
Religion and Culture in Israelite Neighboring Kingdoms |
3 |
|
CHINK 104 |
Archaeology of the Levant |
3 |
|
CHINK 105 |
Introduction to Biblical Prophets and Kings |
3 |
Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
|
CHINK 106 |
International Relations in the Ancient Near East |
3 |
|
CHINK 107 |
Conflicts, Alliances, and Treaties |
3 |
|
CHINK 108 |
Economy and Trade in Israel and Neighboring Kingdoms |
3 |
|
CHINK 109 |
Cultural Interactions and Religious Syncretism |
3 |
|
CHINK 110 |
Practical Field Study / Research Project |
3 |
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