Distance Learning

We provide the opportunity to learn at your own pace and place. With our correspondence courses, education is accessible and flexible. Our Distance Learning slogan is “Learn anywhere, anytime!”

The following programs are split into two main categories, and are individual as well as available for group studies, such as Christian Foundations and Theology and Ministry.

The Undergraduate Program is a joint offer from the Norwegian School of Leadership and Theology and LBC.

Aim of the Program

This program is created to provide foundation in the Christian faith and equip participants with the tools they need to grow in their relationship with God. The program consists of 6 courses in Latvian and Russian. We hold Christian foundation courses in cooperation with Global University (GU).

If you are proficient in English, you can access additional courses in English by visiting the GU website.

Study Process

Unleash your potential and lead the way in your education experience with our self-paced Distance Learning Program.

Our materials not only supply information and content but also pose thought-provoking questions to test your comprehension and encourage deeper understanding. The questions can be found at the end of each lesson and can also serve as discussion topics when studying with someone or group.

The lessons are divided into two parts. Once the first part is completed, the student is asked to take the final test for that part, which can be found at the end of the book.

Once both tests have been completed, from the printed material, the student must complete and return the last two pages of the book so that they can be examined and the student can receive the result. For e-Learning students, the test must be completed in the system.

It is possible to obtain the printed book (only in Latvian and Russian) and access to the e-Learning system. This allows students to study from the handbook and take the tests online.

Courses

“Your new life”

A 10-session course on what does it mean to be a Christian? What changes when you become a Christian? What do you do after you have responded to God’s call and invited Christ to be Lord and Saviour of your life?

“When you pray”

A 7-lesson course on the importance of prayer in the Christian life and how to pray?

“Your Bible”

A 6-session course that will introduce you to the Bible and help you study it to understand God’s perspective on things and circumstances.

“Who is Jesus”

A 10-session course that reveals what the Bible says through prophecy and the New Testament about Jesus, who was 100% God and 100% man.

“The Gospel of John”

An 11-lesson course that will help you study one of the four Gospels in depth to find answers to spiritual questions, strengthen your faith, and get to know God and the person of Jesus better. You will better understand why Jesus had to come to earth, and understand other truths of faith.

“How to Study the Bible”

An 8-session course that will introduce you to methods for studying the Scriptures. You will see how to study the text, how to approach topical study in order to better understand what you read and how to apply the knowledge you gain to your faith life.

Cost of Education

If both tests are passed successfully, a certificate is issued confirming successful completion of the program.

The Latvian Bible Centre is an adult non-formal further education institution registered with the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia. The program is recognized by the major denominations in Latvia but is not yet accredited by the state.

There are no requirements for this program, everyone can apply at any time.

Application Process

For Latvian and Russian students: please fill out the form below by tapping “Apply now” and submit your application. Once received, we will contact you with the next steps.

English-speaking students are required to visit the Global University (GU) website to complete the above mentioned courses. As LBC provides these courses, for Latvian and Russian speaking students, with partnership of Global University (GU).

If you have additional questions about a program not listed here, please read the FAQ section at the bottom of this page or fill out an Enquiry Form to receive more information.

Aim of the Program

This program aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Books of the Bible, key Biblical doctrines, and Church history, as well as practical skills for ministry.

Study Process

Studies take place in an e-Learning system. The student receives a study guide for each subject, which must be read before starting the course. It contains all the necessary information for the student to successfully complete the course:

• Course description, scope, form of the assessment, requirements and goals, information about the lecturer;
• Description of the assignments;
• Study literature;
• Handouts, if provided by the teacher;
• Curriculum with weekly assignments;
• Some tips on how to better learn and plan for distance learning.

Cost of Education

eLearning fee for 1 course – € 45.00
Printed handbook for 1 course – € 15,00

Amounts shown are subject to change.

Completion of Studies

Upon successful completion of the program students receive a Certificate in “Theology and Ministry” at a special graduation ceremony. If a student already passed any other LBC program, with the exception of “Christian Foundations”, they will receive a Diploma in “Theology & Ministry”.

The Latvian Biblical Centre is an adult informal further-educational institution registered at the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Latvia. The program is recognized by the largest Christian denominations in Latvia, but is not yet accredited by the State.

Admission Requirements

Admission is open to anyone who wants to learn more about God’s Word and God’s World. Anyone can attend, but the level of instruction and class assignments will be more appropriate for those who have completed secondary education (general education experience).

Application Process

There are no requirements for this program, everyone can apply at any time.

If you have additional questions about a program not listed here, please read the FAQ or fill out an Enquiry Form section at the bottom of this page to receive more information.

The Norwegian School of Leadership and Theology (Høyskolen for Ledelse og Teologi – HLT) is an interdenominational evangelical school of theology.

The Norwegian School of Leadership and Theology, in cooperation with LBC, offers an opportunity to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in Theology and Leadership.

Here is a detailed description of the Bachelor Program on the Norwegian School of Leadership and Theology home page.

Aim of the Program

The program’s main purpose is to provide an introduction to Christian theology, history and practice, and to train students to face the challenges associated with leading churches and volunteer organizations.

Study Process

• Module System: the students take one course at a time and each course takes 6 weeks.
• Online videos: the students are able to watch video-recorded classes from HLT’s student webpage while following the syllabus and associated reading materials for each course.
• Online meetings with lecturers: for each course the students meet up with a lecturer online to discuss any issues regarding the current course, including the writing of an essay or an exam for the course.
• Guided readings: the course syllabus provides a bibliography for the students to read as a supplement to class material.
• Access to online theological library: the students will have access to an online library for course readings and for essay writing.
• Access to LBC’s library on campus: LBC provides access to most books required for each of the courses. Students also have access to supplemental reading material outside their coursework packet.
• LBC student support: LBC provides administrative and academic support for students.
• Essay-based evaluation: majority of course evaluation is essay-based, but some courses may have a take-home exam. Course syllabus provides an explanation on the type of evaluation required at the end of each course.

Program’s Coursework

• Bible and Interpretation.
• The History of Christianity and Confessional Identities.
• Dogmatics and Spirituality.
• NT Exegesis: Advanced Studies in Luke and Paul.
• Global and Pentecostal Perspectives on Mission.
• Introduction to Applied Theology.
• Communication and Preaching.
• Conflict Management.
• Volunteer Leadership and Church Administration.
• Culture and Change.
• The Church and Healing.
• Internship.
• World Religions and Religious Education.
• Social Analysis and Ethics.
• New Testament Theology.
• Christian Initiation (Faith, Baptism, and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit).
• Value-based Transformational Leadership in Organizations.
• Relational Leadership and Team Development.

Cost of Education

The LBC administration fee is EUR 60* (one-time), and EUR 30*/year for the following two years.

Students applying through LBC receive a discount from the price announced on the HLT website.

*Amounts shown are subject to change.

Admission Requirements

• High school Diploma (12th grade). Education before y. 2000: Secondary school certificate or Diploma of Secondary Vocational Education (General upper secondary education).
• Education after y. 2000: General secondary school certificate or Diploma of vocational secondary education.
• Language requirements: 7 years of English from school OR 1 year of studying abroad in English OR TOEFL Certificate. The students with no English qualifications, should pass TOEFL exam.

Completion of Studies

In order to graduate, the students must attend 75% of each course (this does not apply to distance learning students) and pass every essay/exam. If a student fails a course, they will be able to re-take the essay or exam.

Admission Requirements

• High school Diploma (12th grade). Education before y. 2000: Secondary school certificate or Diploma of Secondary Vocational Education (General upper secondary education).
• Education after y. 2000: General secondary school certificate or Diploma of vocational secondary education.
• Language requirements: 7 years of English from school OR 1 year of studying abroad in English OR TOEFL Certificate. The students with no English qualifications should pass TOEFL exam.

Admission

Mid-August of each year. The exact date will be provided to the students in due time.

Accreditation

• The Degree is validated by the Norwegian Government and is under the Bologna Agreement (The Bologna Agreement is an Academic Agreement between the countries of the European Union. Official webpage of Bologna agreement).
• The Latvian Academic Information Centre confirmed that the degrees given by the Norwegian School of Leadership and Theology are accredited.

Application Process

1. The annual application period runs from December 15th to January 31st.

2. Please fill out the Enquiry form below and submit your application to LBC. Once received, we will contact you and confirm the next steps.

3. Notice of admission gets distributed in the spring of each year. A specific date will be provided in due time.