Academic Calendar 2015-2016
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Academic Calendar 2015-2016 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 Seminary Faculty . 25 Faculty. 25 Faculty Advisors . 44 Admissions. 45 General Information. 45 Admission Information and Procedures . 48 Special Admission. 52 Application Deadlines. 53 Special Policies for Specific Programs . 53 Student Development. 55 Community Life and Standards . 55 Student Services. 57 4 Academic Calendar Fees and Expenses. 62 Fee Schedule. 63 Payment Plans and Methods. 64 Refund Schedule. 67 Financial Aid . 70 Seminary Programs. 74 Overview of Academic Programs . 74 Master of Divinity (MDiv) Program. 76 Master of Divinity: Biblical Studies Major . 77 Master of Divinity: Christian Education and Formation Major . 78 Master of Divinity: Counselling Major. 79 Master of Divinity: Global Mission and Intercultural Studies Major . 82 Master of Divinity: In-Ministry Program . 84 Master of Divinity: Interdisciplinary. 86 Master of Divinity: Pastoral and Chinese Ministry Major . 87 Master of Divinity: Pastoral Ministry Major. 88 Master of Divinity: Spiritual Formation Major . 89 Master of Divinity: Theological Studies Major . 90 Master of Divinity: Youth and Family Ministry Major. 92 Master of Divinity (U.S. Student Stream). 93 Master of Theological Studies (MTS) Program. 93 Master of Theological Studies: Christian Foundations . 94 Master of Theological Studies: Indigenous Studies . 95 Master of Theological Studies: Modular Program. 96 Master of Theological Studies: Christian Foundations Online . 97 Master of Theological Studies: Pentecostal Studies. 98 Master of Theological Studies (U.S. Student Stream). 99 Graduate Diploma Program . 99 Graduate Diploma Program: Christian Studies . 100 Graduate Diploma Program: Christian Studies (Modular) . 100 Graduate Diploma Program: Global Mission and Intercultural Studies . 102 Graduate Diploma Program: Leadership. 103 Graduate Diploma Program: Pastoral and Chinese Ministry Foundations. 104 Graduate Diploma Program: Pentecostal Studies. 105 Graduate Diploma Program: Spiritual Formation. 105 Graduate Diploma Program: Youth and Family Ministry . 106 Master of Theology (ThM) Program. 107 Doctor of Ministry (DMIN) Program. 109 Canadian Chinese School of Theology (CCST) Program. 111 Academic Calendar 5 Tyndale Seminary Internship Program (TSIP) . 115 Certified Spiritual Director (CSD) Designation. 116 Concentrations. 117 Online Learning . 119 Seminary Course Descriptions . 121 Seminary Academic Policies & Procedures. 158 Registration Policies and Procedures. 158 Advanced Standing with Credit . 158 Auditing Courses. 158 Course Changes and Withdrawals . 159 Course Registration . 159 Course Substitution . 159 Directed Reading and Research (DRR) Courses. 160 Program Changes . 160 Repeating Courses. 160 Shared Credit between Two Degrees/Programs. 161 Transcripts . 161 Transfer Credits on Admission . 161 Transfer Credit on a Letter of Permission (LOP). 161 Waitlist Policy. 162 Withdrawal Policy . 162 Classroom Expectations and Guidelines . 163 Attendance Policy . 163 Course Evaluations. 163 Course Syllabi . 164 Examinations. 164 Gender-Inclusive Language Policy in Written Assignments . 164 Late Paper and Extensions Policy. 165 Academic Grading System . 165 Academic Policies and Procedures . 167 Academic Appeals . 167 Academic Honesty . 168 Consequences of Academic Dishonesty . 168 Academic Probation and Suspension. 169 Graduation Requirements. 170 Intellectual Property Policy . 170 Directory . 173 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 2015-2016 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 2015 April 20 Monday Spring/Summer courses begin April 27 – May 1 Mon – Fri DMin Leadership Cohort 5 Residency May 11 – 15 Mon – Fri DMin Leadership Cohort 5 Residency May 18 Monday Victoria Day (no classes) May 25 – June 5 Mon – Fri DMin Leadership Cohort 8 Residency June 15 – 26 Mon – Fri DMin Leadership Cohort 6 Residency July 1 Wednesday Canada Day (no classes) August 3 Monday Civic Holiday (no classes) August 9 – 21 Sun – Fri DMin Spiritual Formation Cohort 7 & 9 Residency Fall 2015 August 21 Friday Fall Registration deadline.