BNLC’s non-residential degree programmes are theological degree programmes designed for the Christian Leaders, Evangelists and Pastors etc, who desire for Christian ministry and theological exposure. All such eligible candidates are welcome to BNLC. Tuition rates are in accordance to the syllabus provided for each degree program. We schedule classes for two days a week in the evenings from 5 PM to 8 PM. The academic year begins in June and will extend to April and a Seminar is facilitated for the students at the end of every semester followed by the final exams. We register all the eligible candidates with ATA.

Courses Offered

1. M.A. in Christian Studies (M.A in C.S.)- Three Years (ATA)
2. Bachelor of Theology (B.Th)- Four Years (ATA)
3. Certificate in Theology (C.Th) – One Year (Non- ATA)

M.A (Non-Residential)

1. BNLC‟s non-residential degree programmes are theological degree programmes designed for the Christian Leaders, Evangelists and Pastors etc, who desire for Christian ministry and theological exposure. All such eligible candidates are welcome to BNLC. Tuition rates are in accordance to the syllabus provided for each degree program. We schedule classes for two days a week in the evenings from 5 PM – 8 PM. The academic year begins in June and will extend to April and a Seminar is facilitated for the students at the end of every semester followed by the final exams. We register all the eligible candidates with ATA.
2. Candidates applying for an M.A in Christian Studies must be a graduate of a recognized University or College with a Bachelor degree. Candidates who have an ATA/ Serampore B.Th can complete their MA course in two years 3. M.A. in Christian Studies (M.A)- Three Years.
3. M.A in Christian Studies (Non Residential) students are required to complete 68 credit hours satisfactorily.

B.Th (Non-Residential)

1. BNLC‟s non-residential degree programmes are theological degree programmes designed for the Christian Leaders, Evangelists and Pastors etc, who desire for Christian ministry and theological exposure. All such eligible candidates are welcome to BNLC. Tuition rates are in accordance to the syllabus provided for each degree program. We schedule classes for two days a week in the evenings from 5 PM – 8 PM. The academic year begins in June and will extend to April and a Seminar is facilitated for the students at the end of every semester followed by the final exams. We register all the eligible candidates with ATA.
2. Candidates applying for the B.Th degree must have successfully passed the pre-university course or its equivalent.
3. Bachelor of Theology (B.Th) which is a four years degree programme.
4. B.Th students are required to complete 108 credit hours satisfactorily.

Course Curriculum

First Year
Semester – I

No.	Course Name	Credit Hours
1	Introduction to O.T	3
2	Introduction to Major World Religions	3
3	Book of Acts	3
4	Discipleship	3

Semester – II

No.	Course Name	Credit Hours
1	Introduction to N.T	3
2	Life and Ministry of Jesus Christ	3
3	Early Church History	3
4	Introduction to Christian Ethics	3

Second Year
Semester – I

No.	Course Name	Credit Hours
1	Christian Apologetics	3
2	Book of Corinthians	3
3	Introduction to Mission & Evangelism	3
4	Pastoral Theology	3

Semester – II

No.	Course Name	Credit Hours
1	Synoptic Gospels	3
2	Principles of Church Growth	3
3	Contemporary Trends in Mission	3
4	Historical Books	3

Third Year
Semester – I

No.	Course Name	Credit Hours
1	Indian Church History	3
2	Gospel of John	3
3	Poetical Books and Wisdom Literature	3
4	Christian Education	3

Semester – II

No.	Course Name	Credit Hours
1	Biblical Interpretation	3
2	Introduction to Systematic Theology	3
3	Christian Leadership	3
4	Pastoral Epistles	3

Forth Year
Semester – I

No.	Course Name	Credit Hours
1	Pauline Letters	3
2	O.T Prophets	3
3	Homiletics	3
4	Introduction to Christian Ministry	3

Semester – II

No.	Course Name	Credit Hours
1	History of Missions	3
2	M.R.S.M	3
3	Pastoral care and Counseling	3
4	Christian Apologetics	3