Masters programs

Master of Divinity (M. Div), Master in Theology (M.Th), Master in Biblical Studies (MBS), Master in Arts (M.A)  

Masters Program is used to define the study of different faiths and belief systems. In Christian theology, this degree prepares students to work as a pastor, priest, or in other parts of the ministry. This is the path for students who are interested in religious studies and pursuing work in the professional ministry. For students interested in teaching, an advanced degree can prepare you for a career in religious studies.

This program generally requires students to complete 91 Credit hours and focuses on various theologies, Old Testament, New Testament, church history, Pastoral Counseling, and more. TTS, Masters Program requires a thesis, upon completion of the program.

ACADEMIC INFORMATION:

Trinity Theological Seminary offers different Masters Program through online mode, which is fully accredited by the IATA (International Association of Theological Accreditation). Masters Program requires 91 credit hours. The program is exclusively online. Courses consist independent study, where the student simply takes courses without traveling to a physical classroom. Performance of the candidate is evaluated on the basis of assignments and reading reports thesis and an online VIVA conducted at the end.

Masters Program is a six semester (3 year) course.

Admission Requirements:

Candidates who are applying for the Masters degree must qualify under one of the following categories:

Be a graduate of any recognized university. While students who have successfully completed their degrees are preferred, students who are in the final year of studies or awaiting results may also apply. Such candidates will be given provisional admission. They should produce their pass certificate before the end of the second semester (within 1 year of provisional admission at FRIT, otherwise the admission will stand canceled and all the payments done to TTS will stand forfeited, i.e., no refund).

B.Th. graduates from accredited / affiliated colleges.

Candidates, who do not have the necessary academic requirements but are above 20 years of age, are eligible to apply as mature candidates. They will be required to pass the online entrance examination in English, Bible and General Knowledge.

PROGRAM DETAILS

CODE COURSE Cr. Hrs.
 

BR. I. Old Testament

 
BS 101 Introduction to the Bible Part I 4
BS 102 Pentateuch 3
BS 103 Introduction to the Prophetical literature 3
BS 104 Old Testament Theology 3
BS 105 Introduction to Wisdom Literature 3
BS 106 History of Ancient Israel 3
 

BR. II. New Testament

 
BS 201 Introduction to the Bible Part II 4
BS 202 Introduction to the Synoptic Gospels 3
BS 203 Introduction to Johannine Literature 3
BS 204 Introduction to Pauline Thought (English) 3
BS 205 Pastoral Epistles 3
BS 206 Detailed Study of Book of Acts 3
BS 207 Apocalyptic Literature 3
BS 208 New Testament Theology 3
 

BR. III. Theology and Ethics

 
TE 301 Systematic Theology 4
TE 302 Biblical Theology 3
TE 303 Person and Work of Christ 3
TE 304 Introduction to Biblical Ethics 3
 

BR. IV. History of Christianity

 
HC 401 Survey of History of Christianity till 1600 AD 4
HC 402 History and Distinctive Teachings of Pentecostal Churches with focus on India Pentecostal Church of God 3
HC 403 History of Reformation 1550 to 1800 AD  
HC 404 History of Christianity in India  
 

BR. V. Religion and Philosophy

 
RP 501 Introduction to Major Religion 3
RP 502 Advanced study of Hinduism 3
RP 503 Advanced study of Islam 3
RP 504 Christian Response to Other Faiths 3
 

BR. VI. Missiology

 
MI 601 Christian Witness and Mission 3
MI 602 Theology of Mission 3
MI 603 Urban Mission 3
MI 604 Cross-Cultural Mission  
 

BR. VII. Christian Ministry

 
CM 701 Worship and Preaching 3
CM 702 Advanced Pastoral Care & Counselling 3
CM 703 Church Administration & Leadership 3
CM 704 Pastoral Theology 2
 

BR. VIII. Communication

 
CMM 801 Introduction to Communication to Christian Ministry 3
CMM 802 Information and Communication Technology  
CMM 803 Implication for Christian Ministry 3
CMM 804 Mass Media Issues 3
 

Interdisciplinary Courses

 
IC 901 Women in Christian Mission and Ministry 3
IC 902 Biblical Hermeneutics 3
 

General Courses

 
GC 950 Research Methods 2
GC 951 English I 3