Academic Calendar 2017-2018
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Academic Calendar 2017-2018 Published by the Office of the Registrar Tyndale University College & Seminary 3377 Bayview Avenue Toronto, Ontario M2M 3S4 Message from the Academic Dean When you study at Tyndale Seminary, you are immersed in a vibrantly diverse community of faith and learning. We hope that being part of this unique and inspiring community will be one of the most transformative experiences of your life. Our programs are designed to stretch you intellectually, invigorate you spiritually and provide you with skills for ministry and service. We invite you to engage wholeheartedly in the Tyndale community as you become equipped for effective and faithful participation in Dr. Janet Clark the mission of God in this world. The faculty and staff of Tyndale count it a privilege to be your companion on this exciting journey of faith and learning. Grace and Peace, Janet L. Clark, PhD Senior Vice President Academic & Dean of the Seminary Academic Calendar 3 Table of Contents Message from the Academic Dean . 3 Campus Information. 7 Important Dates . 8 Profile. 10 About Tyndale . 10 Mission Statement . 10 The Tyndale Crest . 10 Statement of Faith . 11 History. 12 Outline of Institutional Heritage. 13 Academic Freedom. 14 Divergent Viewpoints. 16 About Tyndale Seminary . 18 Introduction. 18 Theological Identity. 18 Theological Education . 19 Faculty. 20 Statement on Women and Men in Ministry. 20 Flexible Course Scheduling . 21 Affiliations and Associations. 21 Centres and Continuing Education Resources. 23 Admissions. 26 General Information. 26 Admission Information and Procedures . 29 Special Admission. 33 Application Deadlines. 34 Special Policies for Specific Programs . 34 Student Development. 36 Community Life and Standards . 36 Student Services. 38 Fees and Expenses. 44 Fee Schedule. 45 4 Academic Calendar Payment Plans and Methods. 46 Refund Schedule. 49 Financial Aid . 52 Seminary Programs. 56 Overview of Academic Programs . 56 Master of Divinity (MDiv) Program. 57 Master of Divinity: Biblical Studies Major . 58 Master of Divinity: Christian Education and Formation Major . 59 Master of Divinity: Church in the City (In-Ministry) Program. 60 Master of Divinity: Counselling Major. 62 Master of Divinity: Global Mission and Intercultural Studies Major . 65 Master of Divinity: Interdisciplinary. 67 Master of Divinity: Pastoral Ministry Major. 68 Master of Divinity: Pastoral and Chinese Ministry Major . 69 Master of Divinity: Spiritual Formation Major . 70 Master of Divinity: Theological Studies Major . 72 Master of Divinity: Youth and Family Ministry Major. 73 Master of Theological Studies (MTS) Program. 74 Master of Theological Studies: Christian Foundations . 75 Master of Theological Studies: Indigenous Studies . 75 Master of Theological Studies: Modular . 76 Master of Theological Studies: Pentecostal Studies. 78 Master of Theological Studies: Salvation Army Studies. 79 Master of Theological Studies (U.S. Student Stream). 80 Graduate Diploma Program . 80 Graduate Diploma Program: Christian Studies . 80 Graduate Diploma Program: Christian Studies (Modular) . 81 Graduate Diploma Program: Church in the City. 82 Graduate Diploma Program: Global Mission and Intercultural Studies . 83 Graduate Diploma Program: Pastoral and Chinese Ministry Foundations. 84 Graduate Diploma Program: Pentecostal Studies. 85 Graduate Diploma Program: Spiritual Formation. 86 Graduate Diploma Program: Youth and Family Ministry . 87 Master of Theology (ThM) Program. 88 Doctor of Ministry (DMIN) Program. 90 Canadian Chinese School of Theology (CCST) Programs. 93 Tyndale Seminary Internship Program (TSIP) . 97 Certified Spiritual Director (CSD) Designation. 98 Academic Calendar 5 Concentrations. 99 Online Learning . 101 Faculty Advisors. 103 Seminary Course Descriptions . 104 Seminary Academic Policies & Procedures. 146 Registration Policies and Procedures. 146 Advanced Standing with Credit . 146 Auditing Courses. 146 Course Changes and Withdrawals . 147 Course Registration . 147 Course Substitution . 147 Directed Reading and Research (DRR) Courses. 148 Program Changes . 148 Repeating Courses. 148 Shared Credit between Two Degrees/Programs. 149 Transcripts . 149 Transfer Credits on Admission . 149 Transfer Credit on a Letter of Permission (LOP). 149 Waitlist Policy. 150 Withdrawal Policy . 150 Classroom Expectations and Guidelines . 151 Attendance Policy . 151 Course Evaluations. 151 Course Syllabi . 152 Examinations. 152 Gender-Inclusive Language Policy in Written Assignments . 152 Late Paper and Extensions Policy. 153 Academic Grading System . 153 Academic Policies and Procedures . 155 Academic Appeals . 155 Academic Honesty . 156 Consequences of Academic Dishonesty . .156 . Academic Probation and Suspension. 157 Graduation Requirements. 158 Intellectual Property Policy . 159 Directory . 161 6 Academic Calendar Campus Information Prospective students are invited to visit Tyndale University College & Seminary at any time. Special on-campus admissions events are held throughout the year. Please contact the Admissions Office for further information regarding admission, courses of study, financial aid and registration. Call 1.877.TYNDALE or email [email protected]. The Admissions Office is open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The campus bookstore, library, café and dining hall are open to the public. This academic calendar is effective for the 2017-2018 academic year, superseding all previous academic calendars. Tyndale University College & Seminary reserves the right to change without notice any statement in this publication concerning, but not limited to: rules, policies, tuition, fees, curricula and classes, but will do so only insofar as it is determined that the change will enhance the capacity of Tyndale University College & Seminary to fulfil its mission. Due to the nature of the Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program, many of its policies and procedures differ from those of other Tyndale programs. For details about DMin policies and procedures, please see the DMin Program Handbook. Tyndale University College & Seminary 3377 Bayview Avenue Toronto, Ontario M2M 3S4 Canada Phone: 416.226.6380 or 1.877.TYNDALE Fax: 416.226.6746 tyndale.ca Academic Calendar 7 Important Dates Spring/Summer 2017 May 1 Monday Spring/Summer courses begin May 22 Monday Victoria Day (no classes) May 23 – June 1 Tue – Thu DMin Preaching & Communication Residency May 23 – June 2 Tue – Fri DMin Ministry Leadership Cohort 7 Residency June 12 – 23 Mon – Fri DMin Ministry Leadership Cohort 8 & 9 Residency July 1 Saturday Canada Day (no classes) July 3 Monday Canada Day Observed (no classes) August 7 Monday Civic Holiday (no classes) August 13 – 25 Sun – Fri DMin Spiritual Formation Residency Fall 2017 August 18 Friday Fall Registration deadline (late fee applies after 5 pm) August 31 Thursday Fall Paper Convocation Application deadline September 2 Saturday Move-In Day September 4 Monday Labour Day September 6 Wednesday Orientation (Evening session) September 7 Thursday Orientation (Day session) September 11 Monday Fall classes begin September 12 Tuesday Commencement Chapel September 22 Friday Last day to add/drop Fall courses without penalty October 9 Monday Thanksgiving (no classes) October 24 – 27 Tue – Fri Reading Days (no classes) November 3 Friday Final day to drop a course November 6 Monday Fall Paper Convocation December 8 Friday Last day of classes December 8 Friday Spring Convocation Early Application deadline (late fee applies after 5 pm) December.