Integrating Faith, Scholarship, and Pedagogical Excellence
The Department of Christian Religious Education is one of the four departments located in the College of Education, of Caleb University, City Campus, Magodo, Lagos. The Department was established in 2018 but academic activities did not commence until November, 2018 at the city campus in Magodo-Lagos. There was a student enrolment of 12 at the inception with full complement of lecturers. Although, the department was pioneered by Dr. A. Olufemi Abodunrin, Pst. Yinka Adedokun and Mrs. F. F. Jeminiwa. In the 2019/20 the student’s population increased to (15) Fifteen students and in 2020/2021 we had Eighteen students in the year one.
The program is designed to provide students for the challenges of the future. It provides a solid foundation in diverse disciplines which relate to the needs of religious, industry and government. The study of Christian Religious Studies Education includes courses designed to develop the students. understanding and application of knowledge in the areas of Philosophy, Computer Science, Islamic, Comparative Religious Studies, African Traditional Studies, Church History, Biblical Studies, Ethics, and Education.
A student may declare a major in Philosophy, Islamic, Church History, Biblical Studies, Ethics, Comparative Religious Studies, African Traditional Studies, and Education. A major in Christian Religious Studies Education enables the student to develop a better understanding of the social, political, and industrial society in which we live. Such an understanding complements the skills developed during the program which are necessary for the effective and efficient operation of a wide range of Human kinds. The major generally describes the planning, organizing and controlling of a religious and human aspects with emphasis on various theories of Religions, the knowledge and understanding necessary for managing people and functions, and decision making.
The college faculty come from all over the world, and they bring with them from some of the world’s leading educational institutions. They are award- winning teachers, noted researchers, practicing Ministers.
However, they have a few things in common. they all share a passion for active learning and they enjoy their interactions with CALEB students. Take the time to get to know your Lecturers, where they grew up, where they worked, where they went to school. we believe you will be glad you did.
We have developed this handbook as a guide to assist you in completing program requirements and smoothing your way through the many hurdles associated with Christian Religious Education.
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The Christian Religious Studies Education homepage which is under construction on the university website will provide links to information about courses, programs and faculty. Find out who your advisor is: that faculty member is your first point of contact concerning your academic programs. This handbook is intended as a guide; however, remember that the academic catalogue (for the year you entered CALEB) is your official source of information for academic programs and student responsibilities.
- Key Focus Areas: Biblical Hermeneutics & Exegesis, Systematic Theology, History of Christianity, Christian Ethics & Philosophy, Comparative Religion, Methods of Teaching CRS.
- Distinctive Edge: A unique blend of rigorous theological scholarship and practical teacher training, preparing graduates to be both subject matter experts and inspirational educators. Emphasis is placed on character formation and ethical leadership within a faith-based framework.
- Career Pathways: CRS Teacher (Secondary & Tertiary levels), Christian Education Director, Church Ministry Leadership, Curriculum Developer for Religious Studies, Chaplaincy, and further studies in Theology or Education
Prepare to educate minds and nurture spirits with academic depth and spiritual wisdom.