Academic Standards

Grading Scale & Assessment

TTC's assessment framework aligns every evaluation component with the Head · Hand · Heart pillars of ATA formation.

Grading Scale

TTC Grading Scale

The TTC grading scale is aligned with ATA standards and provides a clear, consistent framework for evaluating student academic performance.

Numeric RangeGradeGrade PointsStandingScale
90 – 100
A+
4.0 Highest Distinction
80 – 89
A
3.8 Distinction
70 – 79
B+
3.5 High Credit
60 – 69
B
3.0 Good
50 – 59
C+
2.0 Satisfactory
45 – 49
C
1.0 Minimum Pass
Below 45
F
0 Failure
Assessment Blueprint

Head · Hand · Heart in Assessment

Every assessment component is mapped to one or more of the three formation pillars — ensuring all dimensions of theological education are evaluated holistically.

Dip.Th

Diploma in Theology

Attendance & Discipline
5%
Weekly log of class/chapel and deadlines.
Heart
Quiz 1
10%
Short answers from weeks 1–4.
Head
Practical Week
15%
On-campus ministry lab (Observation/Report).
Hand
Lecture Notes
5%
Neatness and completeness check.
Hand
Quiz 2
10%
Short answers from weeks 9–12.
Head
Class Presentation
5%
Presentation on any given topic.
Hand/Head
Reading Reflections
10%
Integration of readings and personal faith.
Heart
Final Exam
40%
The "40-Mark Paper" (Comprehensive).
Head
Total
100%
Per course per trimester
All Pillars
B.Th

Bachelor of Theology

Attendance & Discipline
5%
Weekly log of class/chapel and deadlines.
Heart
Quiz 1
5%
Conceptual knowledge check.
Head
Practical Week
10%
On-campus leadership/preaching lab.
Hand
Writing Assignment
15%
Research-based essay (Library/Logos).
Hand/Head
Quiz 2
5%
Conceptual knowledge check.
Head
Lecture Notes
5%
Neatness and completeness check.
Hand
Class Presentation
5%
Presentation on any given topic.
Hand/Head
Reading Reflections
10%
Critical engagement with theological texts.
Heart
Final Exam
40%
The "40-Mark Paper" (Comprehensive).
Head
Total
100%
Per course per trimester
All Pillars
M.Div.

Master of Divinity

Academic Discipline, Attendance & Learning Notes
5%
Daily attendance, punctuality, disciplined participation, chapel/class engagement, timely submission, and meaningful class notes during the 28-day module.
Heart/Hand
Critical Reading Reflection
10%
Academic and theological engagement with assigned readings, connecting key arguments with Scripture, ministry, teaching, and personal formation.
Heart/Head
Research Assignment
25%
Graduate-level research paper demonstrating exegetical depth, theological rigour, scholarly sources, academic writing, and contextual ministry application.
Head/Hand
Teaching & Ministry Integration Assessment
20%
Assessment of teaching ability, seminar presentation, Bible study/mini lecture, class discussion, ministry application, leadership attitude, and teacher-observed formation.
Head/Hand/Heart
Final Exam
40%
The “40-Mark Paper” — comprehensive written examination testing knowledge, analysis, theological integration, and practical application.
Head
Total
100%
Per course per module
All Pillars

Note on Pillar Mapping

Head components develop biblical and theological knowledge. Hand components develop ministry skills and practical competence. Heart components develop spiritual maturity, character, and formation. Combined components (Hand/Head) develop integrated competencies bridging scholarship and practice.