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2018-2019 Prospectus

Welcome

Thank you for your interest in Harare Theological College (HTC). We exist first

and foremost to glorify God and promote the gospel of Jesus Christ in the

power of the Holy Spirit. Because the church is central to what God is

accomplishing in the world, we at HTC want to strengthen the church by

offering programmes designed to train pastors, evangelists, Christian workers

and lay leaders for ministry whether in Zimbabwe or in other nations.

At HTC, we have chosen to configure our course offerings in such a manner

that those who are already in ministry and those who are engaged in other

employment may still be able to gain knowledge and critical skills for effective

ministry. This means that we offer most of our courses in the evenings when

people are less busy and have the time to attend lectures. We are an

intentionally non-residential college because we want all of our students to live

and continue in ministry among the people of their community while studying.

At HTC, we offer various programmes all the way up to a diploma level. We

also facilitate a degree in theology through our partnership with the South

African Theological Seminary (SATS). For students who are busy and would

like to experience theological education before committing full-time, we also

offer a programme called the Foundational Certificate in Biblical Studies which

can be completed within just one year.

Please do come and visit us here at HTC. You will see that we have excellent

facilities for our students including a 20,000+ volume library, a modern

computer lab, and comfortable classrooms equipped with multimedia teaching

aids. We also have a diverse, multi-racial, multi-cultural, evangelical faculty

who have many years of teaching and ministry experience. HTC chose to

locate itself not far from the city centre so as to be accessible to commuting

students throughout the greater Harare metropolitan area. Come and pay us a

visit!

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History of the College

The long history of HTC training church leaders began in the Zambezi Valley in

1953 as part of the missionary efforts of The Evangelical Alliance Mission

(TEAM) at Mavhuradonha. Later the training of leaders moved to Kapfundi

where the programme developed by adding a three-year English course for

post-Standard VI applicants. The Light of Life Correspondence School became

an extension of the college and continued until 1986.

The college became co-educational in 1965, and in 1969 a three-year

theological course was added. The college was relocated to Chinhoyi in 1969

where it became a significant training institution known as the Evangelical Bible

College (EBC). The Evening Extension School was added in 1970, which

eventually grew into a full Theological Education by Extension department

(TEE). The TEE department was separated from the residential programmes in

1991 and became an independent entity distinct from the college. The

Certificate in Theology, a three-year secondary level programme, was initiated

in 1987 along with a post-secondary level three-year Diploma in Theology

Programme. Because of the college’s desire to be as available as possible to

the growing Christian community in Zimbabwe, the Evangelical Bible College

relocated into Hatfield, Harare, in April 1991, under the name of Harare

Theological College (HTC).

In October 2004, HTC moved to a new campus at 10 Aberdeen Road,

Avondale, a short distance from the city centre, making it more accessible to

those wishing to use HTC’s resources. Harare Theological College is an

independent, interracial, and interdenominational college and reflects this in its

selection of students, faculty, staff, and Board of Governors.

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Objectives

In order for HTC to achieve its purpose, the following objectives have been

developed:

Spiritual objectives:

1. To develop a growing, maturing relationship with God in prayer, study of

the Scriptures, meditation and worship.

2. To apply the truths of Scripture consistently to one’s life and ministry.

3. To develop and use one’s spiritual gifts for effective service to Christ, the

Church and the world.

4. To develop skills essential for an effective ministry.

5. To develop a burden for the spiritual needs of the world.

6. To develop a zeal for communicating the Word of God to others.

Academic objectives:

1. To encourage a rigorous knowledge of the Bible

2. To provide the skills of personal Bible study

3. To teach and apply the art and science of hermeneutics

4. To develop an understanding of systematic and biblical theology

5. To apply a thoroughly biblical worldview

6. To address contemporary theological issues and evaluate them

7. To demonstrate how to define, justify, and defend the Christian faith

8. To provide a knowledge of the historical development of theology and the

Church

9. To develop a principled approach to pastoral, educational, and outreach

ministries.

Ministerial objectives:

1. To assist pastors, evangelists, or lay leaders in local churches

2. To support para-church ministries and strengthen local churches

3. To encourage Bible teaching in local schools and in government-related

ministries

4. To help Christians in society become more effective at being salt and light

in the world.

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Statement of Faith

The college states its belief in the following essential matters of faith:

1. The Holy Scriptures, as originally given by God, are the infallible,

supreme and final authority in testing all claims about what is true and

what is right. In matters not addressed by the Bible, what is true and right

is assessed by criteria consistent with the teachings of Scripture.

2. One God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

3. Our Lord Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, his virgin birth, his

sinless human life, his divine miracles, his vicarious and atoning death,

his bodily resurrection, his ascension, his present mediation on our behalf,

and his personal return in power and glory.

4. The Salvation of lost and sinful people through the shed blood of the Lord

Jesus Christ by faith alone, and regeneration by the Holy Spirit.

5. The Holy Spirit who indwells the believer enables him/her to live a holy

life, to witness and work for the Lord Jesus Christ.

6. The Spiritual Unity of all those who, having believed in Jesus Christ for

their salvation, have been regenerated by the Holy Spirit and compose,

therefore, the church, the body of Christ, of which he is the head.

7. The Bodily Resurrection of all the dead; of believers unto everlasting life

in heaven and of unbelievers unto everlasting torment in hell.

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Philosophy of Education

At HTC our ambition in theological education is to equip students to think and

live theologically. Fundamentally, this means that we want to produce students

who love and fear the word of God above everything else. At HTC, we affirm

that the Bible is to be received as the authoritative word of God, and as the

supreme written norm by which God binds the conscience, and that the

authority of the church is subordinate to that of Scripture.

Although our faculty is denominationally diverse, we all stand on the word of

God as the final arbiter of truth in this universe. We maintain our doctrinal

differences in charity as we continue to help each other see what God has

really said in his word. God has ordained that we study his word in community,

as the church - that together we can see more than if we tried to understand his

word on our own. In practice this means that our students will be exposed to

various theological frameworks and views thereby compelling them to study the

Bible for themselves, and rest ultimately – not on the word of man – but on the

word of God.

Diversity can be a cause for division, but at HTC we view it as our strength.

God has made each of us different, and given us different capacities and gifts.

Together we are greater than apart.

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ProgrammesAt HTC we offer a number of programmes designed to suit a variety of needs in

the church community. All of our main programmes are offered in the evenings

from 4pm to 8pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. We realise that very

few students can afford to stop work in order to study so we have structured our

programmes to cater for students who already live busy lives.

We offer the following programmes at HTC:

Foundational Certificate in Biblical Studies (5 courses)

Foundational Certificate in Biblical Languages (4 courses)

Foundational Certificate in Ministry (5 courses)

Extensions Studies Certificate (8 courses)

Certificate in Theology (9 courses = 108 credits)

Advanced Certificate in Theology (11 courses = 121 credits)

Diploma in Theology (20 courses = 240 credits)

For students who would like to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology, HTC

has partnered with South African Theological Seminary (SATS). This

partnership exempts students from 180 credits worth of SATS courses required

for the degree (see page 11 for more details).

Each year is divided into 3 academic terms, following the Zimbabwe schooling

system. This means that hard-working students can complete a Diploma in

Theology in just 3 years, by committing themselves to 2 or 3 evenings in the

week.

The following grade scale applies at HTC:

A – 80-100% (Excellent Work)

B – 70-79% (Very Good Work)

C – 60-69% (Average Work)

D – 50-59% (Below Average Work)

F – 49% and below (Unsatisfactory Work)

Students are also expected to participate in Christian Ministry on a

regular basis, and a report to this effect from their local church will

be required at the end of their studies.

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Foundational Certificates

At HTC we offer 3 foundation certificates:

Foundational Certificate in Biblical Studies (5 courses)

Foundational Certificate in Biblical Languages (4 courses)

Foundational Certificate in Ministry (5 courses)

These programmes are designed to equip church members with the essential

foundations for understanding the Bible and doing ministry. There are no

academic requirements to enrol in these programmes. The breakdown for

each of these programmes is as follows:

Foundational Certificate in Biblical Studies (choose any 5)

New Testament Survey

Old Testament Survey

Introduction to Theology

Hermeneutics 1 & 2

Spiritual Formation

Foundational Certificate in Biblical Languages

Greek 1A

Greek 1B

Hebrew 1A

Hebrew 1B

Foundational Certificate in Ministry (choose any 5)

Christian Education

Church Life & Ministry

Christian Leadership

Missiology & Church Planting

Pastoral Care & Counselling 1 & 2

Expository Preaching 1 & 2

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Extension Studies Certificate

HTC extension studies have been developed to meet a recognized need in

Zimbabwe: quality theological education at affordable prices, accessible to all.

The programme consists of 8 courses in total offered off-campus, in small-

groups by use of pre-recorded lectures with powerpoint presentations. No

previous education or qualifications will be required for enrolment into the

extension studies program.

The programme consists of the following courses:

Personal Development

New Testament Survey

Old Testament Survey

History of Christianity

Introduction to Theology

Theology A

Theology B

Theology C

NB: None of these courses are available for credit transfer into other HTC

programmes.

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Certificate in Theology

HTC offers a Certificate in Theology to students who are wanting a more

substantial education in theology with the potential to study further towards a

Diploma or a Degree. For students pursuing a Diploma in Theology, the

Certificate in Theology marks the half-way point towards their graduation. The

following 9 courses make up this certificate:

Research Writing

History of Christianity

OT Survey

NT Survey

Hermeneutics 1

Hermeneutics 2

Intro to Theology

Spiritual Formation

Christian Education

All these courses are taught at NQF level 5. Each course is worth 12 credits,

totalling 108 credits for the Certificate in Theology.

NB: Students will be required to pass Intro to Research Writing (NQF level 4) in

order to enrol in this programme.

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Advanced Certificate in Theology

The Advanced Certificate in Theology is awarded to students who complete 11

further courses after the Certificate in Theology. The 11 courses must be

chosen as follows:

Choose 6 courses from NQF levels 5 and 6:

God and Revelation*

ATR & Christianity in Africa


Intro to Philosophy & Logic*

World Religions

Pastoral Care & Counselling 1*

Expository Preaching 1*


Christian Leadership*

1 Corinthians*

Pastoral Epistles

Pentateuch

Choose 5 courses from NQF level 7:

Christ and Salvation*

The Spirit and the Church*

Romans*

OT Prophetic Literature

Ministry Challenges in Zimbabwe

Christian Ethics* or Apologetics*

Pastoral Care & Counselling 2

Expository Preaching 2

* These courses are compulsory for students who want to transfer into the

SATS degree programme

Each course is worth 12 credits, totalling 121 credits for the Advanced

Certificate in Theology.

Greek 1A

Greek 1B

Greek 2A

Greek 2B

Hebrew 1A

Hebrew 1B

Hebrew 2A

Hebrew 2B

Greek 3A

Greek 3B

Hebrew 3A

Hebrew 3B

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Diploma in Theology

Students who want to achieve a Diploma in Theology will need to complete the

following 20 courses at HTC.

At NQF level 5:

Research Writing

History of Christianity*

OT Survey*

NT Survey

Hermeneutics 1*

Hermeneutics 2*

Intro to Theology*

Spiritual Formation

Christian Education

Greek 1A

Hebrew 1A

At NQF level 6

God and Revelation*

ATR & Christianity in Africa


Intro to Philosophy & Logic*

World Religions

Pastoral Care & Counselling 1*

Expository Preaching 1*


Christian Leadership*

Each course is worth 12 credits, totalling 240 credits for the Diploma in

Theology. All 10 courses marked with * qualify for exemption from the SATS

degree programme (page 12).

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SATS Programme

Students who want a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology are able to transfer from

HTC into the degree programme offered by South African Theological

Seminary (SATS). To qualify for this transfer, HTC students will be required to

complete courses marked as compulsory on page 11. SATS will then give 180

credits worth of exemption towards such students as tabulated below.

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BIB1121 Essential Bible Study Principles BI103 Hermeneutics 1

THE1121 Christian Foundations TH101 Intro to Theology

THE1122 Biblical Worldview TH202 Intro to Philosophy and Logic

BIB1122 1 Corinthians BI201 1 Corinthians

BIB1124 Old Testament Survey BI101 Old Testament Survey

PRA1124 Biblical Leadership 1 MN205 Christian Leadership

THE1124 Survey of Church History TH102 History of Christianity

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BIB2121 Hermeneutics BI104 Hermeneutics 2

THE2123 The Doctrine of Salvation TH301 Christ and Salvation

PRA2121 Christian Counselling 1 MN203 Pastoral Care and Counselling 1

PRA2123 Homiletics MN204 Expository Preaching 1

THE2121 The Doctrine of the Church TH302 The Spirit and the Church

THE2124 The Doctrine of God TH201 God and Revelation

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BIB3129 Romans BI301 Romans

THE3123 Apologetics

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THE3124 Christian Ethics

TH304 Apologetics

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TH303 Christian Ethics

NB: each course at SATS and HTC is worth 12 credits.

For more information about SATS, go to www.sats.edu.za


Entrance Requirements

In order to qualify for entrance into HTC it is required that the prospective

student be a professing Christian whose Christian character has been

demonstrated and observed in the context of the local church. A letter of

recommendation from the applicant’s church leadership or pastor to this effect

is considered essential and therefore required.

For students who want to work towards a Certificate or Advanced Certificate in

Theology, or a Diploma in Theology, the minimum requirements are 5 O

Levels, one of which must be English Language as English is the primary

means of communication at HTC. There are no academic requirements for the

foundational certificates and the Extension Studies programme. Similarly, those

who merely wish to attend a class for non-academic purposes do not have to

have O Levels.

Exceptions can be made for an applicant who does not have the necessary

academic entrance requirements. In this case the applicant will need to be a

mature adult (30+ years for men and 27+ years for women) with suitable

proficiency in English (an exam will be given to test this), and significant

ministry experience (3 years minimum).

All prospective students will be expected to come to HTC for an interview

before an admissions committee once all documentation has been completed

and submitted. After the prospective student has been interviewed, a final

decision will be made on the suitability of the applicant for studies at HTC. A

letter from the Registrar will notify the applicant of the admissions committee’s

decision.

All new students must attend a mandatory new student orientation held at the

start of each term.

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Financial Information

Application Fee: When a student applies to study at HTC, an application fee

must be paid in order for the application to be processed.

Tuition Fees: Students pay a deposit for each course they are registering for at

the time of registration. Term fees are due the first night of classes. Students

unable to pay the entirety of the terms fees by the first night of class must

arrange an approved payment schedule from the school’s administrator before

the first night of classes. A current schedule of fees is available upon request

from the Registrar.

Graduation Fees: Students pay a fee for each certificate/diploma earned and

must either hire a graduation gown from the college before the graduation

ceremony or bring one that conforms to college standards.

Other Costs: Most courses have an adequate supply of course texts available

for loan while enrolled in the course and come with a comprehensive note

packet for future reference but students will need funds for personal study

supplies.

Financial Aid: The college may be able to provide some financial aid to

selected students. New students are generally not given financial aid until they

have completed their first term and their potential has been observed. Students

desiring financial aid should make application in writing to the administrator on

forms provided at the reception desk. Our desire at HTC is provide theological

education for as many as possible.

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Fees Structure

For students who want to enrol at HTC, these are our current fees:

Foundational Certificate in Biblical Studies $110 per course

Foundational Certificate in Ministry $110 per course

Foundational Certificate in Biblical Languages $110 per course

Certificate in Theology $175 per course

Advanced Certificate in Theology $175 per course

Diploma in Theology $175 per course

Degree in Theology (SATS) $180 per course

Auditing* $90 per course

* For students interested in learning theology, without the rigours of

assignments and exams, HTC offers an auditing option, allowing full

attendance of classes and access to our library. No entrance exam or prior

qualifications required.

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Academic Calendar

2018Term 1

Registration closes January 5th

Classes begin January 8th, 9th & 11th

Term ends April 6th

Term 2

Registration closes May 4th

Classes begin May 7th, 8th & 10th

Term ends August 3rd

Term 3

Registration closes August 31st

Classes begin September 3rd, 4th & 6th

Term ends November 30th

Graduation December 2nd

2019Term 1

Registration closes January 5th

Classes begin January 8th, 9th & 10th

Term ends April 6th

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Course Descriptions

GS102: Research Writing: This course focuses on the study and practical application of

research methods for the purpose of writing a theological research paper. NB: GS001

Introduction to Research Writing is a prerequisite for this course.

BI101: Old Testament Survey: This course provides the student with a comprehensive

overview of the Old Testament and essential background knowledge for Old Testament

studies.

BI102: New Testament Survey: This course provides the student with a comprehensive

overview of the New Testament and essential background knowledge for New Testament

studies.

BI103: Hermeneutics 1: This course introduces students to the basic principles of biblical

interpretation.

BI 104: Hermeneutics 2: This course extends the principles taught in Hermeneutics 1 by

addressing interpretative issues for the major genres of Scripture.

TH101: Introduction to Theology: This course introduces students to key terms and

concepts, giving a brief overview of various theological disciplines such as biblical, historical,

dogmatic, and systematic theology.

TH102: History of Christianity: This course introduces students to the major peoples,

events, and movements of church history from the apostolic era to the present.

MN101: Spiritual Formation: This course addresses classic spiritual disciplines with an eye

towards integrating them into the student’s ongoing Christian walk, encouraging self

assessment and balance in practicing these disciplines.

MN102: Christian Education: This course develops a biblical basis for ministry to children,

youth and adults and gives practical ways of communicating biblical truth to them.

BL101: Greek 1A: This course introduces students to the basics of the Greek language,

allowing students to translate simple verses from Greek to English.

BL102: Greek 1B: This course concludes a first-year Greek and prepares students for more

advanced translation questions.

BL103: Hebrew 1A: This courses introduces students to the basics of the Hebrew language.

BL104: Hebrew 1B: This is the second-part of first-year Hebrew.

NQF level 5

NB: Each undergraduate course is worth 12 credits

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Course Descriptions

TH201: God and Revelation: This course looks at the nature of God and how he has

revealed himself to man.

TH202: Introduction to Philosophy & Logic: This course seeks to survey the concepts,

key players, and movements in philosophy with special attention paid to the sub-discipline of

logic.

TH203: World Religions: This course to surveys the major world religions and sects, and

the particular methods and problems associated with reaching these people for Christ.

TH204: ATR & Christianity in Africa: This course explores the spread of Christianity in

Africa and the teachings of African Traditional Religions and sects.

MN201: Missiology & Church Planting: This course will look at the main mission of the

church, namely: evangelism, discipleship and missions.

MN202: Church Life & Ministry: This course explores the task of the pastor, elders and

congregation as both a community of believers and as an influence in society.

MN203: Pastoral Care & Counselling 1: This course suggests a basic model for Christian

counselling including how to recognize various forms of mental illness and personality

disorders with a view of knowing how and when to refer such cases to relevant professionals

and agencies.

MN204: Expository Preaching 1: This course is an introduction to the art and science of

expository preaching.

MN205: Christian Leadership: This course is designed to enable the learner to cultivate and

develop a Christian understanding of various concepts, principles and practices of leadership.

BI201: Corinthians: This course consists of an expositional study of 1 & 2 Corinthians,

examining as we are able, the relevant issues from the book as they relate to the

Zimbabwean context.

BI202: Pastoral Epistles: This course is an expositional study of 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy and

Titus.

BL205: Greek 2A: This course introduces students to intermediate Greek grammar and

exegesis.

BL206: Greek 2B: This course continues to equip students with intermediate Greek grammar

and exegesis.

BL207: Hebrew 2A: This course covers the first half of second-year Hebrew grammar and

exegesis.

BL208: Hebrew 2B: This course covers the second half of second-year Hebrew

grammar and exegesis.

NQF level 6


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Course Descriptions

TH301: Christ and Salvation: This course explores the following subjects: anthropology,

hamartiology, Christology, and soteriology.

TH302: The Spirit and the Church: This course explores the following subjects:

pneumatology, ecclesiology and eschatology

TH303: Christian Ethics: This course explores how students ought to evaluate and make

ethical decisions from the basis of a biblical philosophy of life and framework.

TH304: Apologetics: This course explores how and why students ought to defend the

Christian faith

BI301: Romans: This course is an expositional study of the Epistle to the Romans.

BI302: Pentateuch: This course is an in-depth study of the content and major themes of

the five books of the Pentateuch.

BI303: OT Prophetic Literature: This course gives a general overview of prophecy in the

Old Testament, which is followed by an in-depth study of selected chapters of Isaiah.

MN301: Ministry Challenges in Zimbabwe: This course explores challenges and issues

typical to Zimbabwe and encourages students to make ethical decisions from the basis of a

biblical philosophy of life and framework.

MN303: Pastoral Care & Counselling 2: This course introduces the student to an

overview of modern psychological theories and their proponents evaluated from a Christian

perspective and explores how Christian counselling relates to the local church.

MN304: Expository Preaching 2: This course builds on the initial framework provided by

Expository Preaching 1, with a particular focus on how to preach from different biblical

genres.

BL301: Greek 3A: This course is a continuation of second-year Greek, exposing students

to more intermediate level Greek grammar and syntax as they parse, translate, and

syntactically diagram key passages.

BL302: Greek 3B: This is the final Greek module in which students will do a Greek

exegetical study of a New Testament book.

BL303: Hebrew 3A: This course guides students through the translation and exegesis of

selected Hebrew passages.

BL304: Hebrew 3B: This is the final Hebrew module in which students will be required to

do more advanced translation and exegesis of select Hebrew passages.

NQF level 7


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Facilities

The college is located at 10 Aberdeen Road, Avondale, Harare. Our facilities

provide a conducive learning environment with comfortable classrooms, a

library of over 20,000 volumes and a computer lab. Registered students are

automatically members of the library. Alumni and Christian workers may also

register with the library for a small fee. Students, lecturers and board members

are allowed to borrow books. Other users may use our facilities for reading and

studying.

College entrance Library Foyer

Classroom One Computer Lab

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Faculty

Lecturer

Dr D Rousseau

PhD

Registrar

Dr S Linington

DTh

Dean of Students

Mr I Amess

BTh

Academic Dean

Mr M Ricquebourg

MTh, BSc

Adjunct lecturer

Mr A Dandato

BTh

Adjunct lecturer

Mr J Bell

BTh

Adjunct lecturer

Mr C Ashby

MPH

Principal

Mr P Chimudzi

CA

Adjunct lecturer

Mr S Mangwiro

MA

Adjunct lecturer

Mr S Pisirai

MA

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Adjunct lecturer

Mr T Hodzi

MTh


Staff

Librarian

Mr C Munhu

Administrator

Mrs J Mabika

Assistant Librarian

Mrs F Mutonono

Maintenance

Mr L Mudzagada

Receptionist

Mrs L Chifunyise

Messenger

Mr M Njereka

Office cleaner

Mrs P Mukakavari

Caretaker

Mr G Zhanda

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Contact Details

Postal Address

Harare Theological College

PO Box EH 268

Emerald Hill

Harare

Zimbabwe

Physical Address

Harare Theological College

10 Aberdeen Road

Avondale

Harare

Zimbabwe

Phone

(+263) 04-336311 or 336983

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.htc.ac.zw

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