Programme Description

Graduate Certificate in Missions Studies

BGST's Graduate Certificate in Missions Studies (GCMS) equips you with a foundation in biblical and cultural exegesis, a space to develop spirituality and discernment, and a wide perspective about missions in the 21st century.

We have partnered with missions practitioners and agencies to co-teach, and to offer missions practicum trips to integrate your learning. The GCMS program is complemented by BGST's expertise in integrative theology, spiritual formation, and leadership. This short 15-credit program can be completed part-time within 2 years.

Register Interest

The GCMS is right for you if:

  • You are considering a calling to full-time cross-cultural missions.

  • You are serving in a missions sending or support committee.

  • You are keen to learn more about the breadth of cross-cultural missions.

Courses in the GCMS Programme

GCMS Curricula (15 AU)
Course Code Course Name Academic Units (AU)
HE 101 Biblical Hermeneutics and Interpretation 3
TS 101 Christian Theology for Everyday Life 3
CS 103 Christian Spirituality Retreat (GCMS) 1.5
IS 100 Everyday Christianity 1.5
MM 100 Discerning Your Life 1.5
ME 101
 History & Theology of Missions

 1.5
ME 102 Dimensions of 21st Century Missions 1.5
ME 211 Cross-Cultural Missions Practicum 1.5



Programme Information

  • Programme Duration


    1 Year (Full- time)
    2 Years (Part- time)

  • Programme Fees


    GCMS Full Programme Fee: S$3,900

    3 Credit Course Fee:
    S$650 (Credit)

    1.5 Credit Course Fee:
    S$325 (Credit)

    *As each student shall receive mentoring for CS103, MM100 and ME211, the fee for these 1.5 credit courses shall be S$650.

  • Credits Required


    15

Minimum Qualifications &
Admission Pre-requisites

  • A Bachelor degree from a recognised institution or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5; those who do not possess a first degree may take a BGST class for audit or credit before deciding to enter into a programme.

  • Applicants who have completed previous biblical or theological studies may be able to apply for credit transfers or obtain advance standing; approval for such applications will be at the discretion of BGST.

  • English proficiency will be considered for international students : TOEFL Required Scores: • Paper-based = 550 points • Computer-based = 213 points • Internet-based = 78 points | IELTS Required Score: 6

  • Personal and spiritual aspects of the applicant will be considered.

Graduation Requirements

  • Submitted a completed Application for Graduation form to the Registrar’s Office by March 31st of the year they wish to graduate in.

  • Satisfactorily completed all requirements (30 Credits) for the programme by April 30th of the year they wish to graduate in.

  • Attained a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.8.

  • No outstanding payments to BGST.