Master's of Arts in Pastoral Studies
Key Information
- Credits for Award: 52
- Compulsory/Required: 52 credits
- Elective: 0 credit
- Min. GPA: 1.5 on a 5.0 scale
- Est. Time: 2yr
Purpose of the Program
The program is designed to assist those who wants to serve as pastor/ preacher and to work in the church ministry, religious organisations, faith- based mission in different categories, to develop theological and ministerial competency through academic study, a broad look at the ministerial experience and practice of many disciples of Christ and the student’s personal experiences as a person of faith.
Learning Objectives
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in theology, pastoral theology, pastoral studies or related discipline with a second class upper division obtained from a university or institution accredited by the applicant country’s ministry of education and all necessary regulatory authorities. Candidates with less certification can also apply and will be accessed on merit.
Curriculum & Courses
| Course Code | Title | Unit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| FFT 601 | Systematic Theology | 3 | Required |
| FFP 601 | Foundations for Teaching and Leaning | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFG 601 | Effective Communication | 3 | Required |
| FFT 614 | Advanced Survey of the Old Testament | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFT 611 | Research Methodology | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFT 609 | Pastoral Epistles | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFT 615 | Advanced Survey of New Testament | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFC 604 | Human Growth and Development Psychology | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFP 602 | Pastoral Care and Counselling | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFP 603 | Marriage & Family Counselling | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFT 616 | Spiritual Formation | 3 | Required |
| FFP 604 | Principles of Evangelism and Discipleship | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFP 605 | Advanced Study of Children and Youth Ministry | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFP 617 | Biblical Hermeneutics and Exegesis | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFT 618 | Homiletics | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFP 606 | Study of Women Ministry | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFP 607 | Pastoral Theology | 3 | B |
| FFP 608 | Spiritual Warfare, Cults and Principalities | 3 | Required |
| FFT 610 | Advanced Studies in Five Fold Ministry | 3 | Required |
| FFP 609 | Studies in Stress Management for Pastor | 3 | Compulsory |
| FFP 610 | Dissertation | 6 | Compulsory |
| TOTAL | 66 |
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