Doctor of Theology
Purpose:
To develop ministry leaders through curriculum based on a biblical worldview.
The Doctor of Theology at Trinity is an advanced degree program designed to enhance the analytical, practical, interpersonal, and professional skills of our adult learners and provide them with superior ability for positions of leadership and ministry. Through the completion of relevant courses and thorough analysis of precedent literature and current issues and trends, students discern how to interpret and respond to contemporary theories and practices, and how to deploy their knowledge, understanding, and skills to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Learning Competencies:
- Learners will develop a focused program of study in a specific area.
- Learners will interact with the content of the chosen program through analysis, critical evaluation, and synthesis, culminating in a Thesis or Academic Monograph.
- Learners will conduct independent scholarly analysis and implement research findings in ministry context.
Project:
General Th.D. with Focus Information
Prerequisite for Th.D. with Focus Core: Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field (equivalent of 48 Masters Level credits).
Total Credits Required = 49 credits. The Th.M. must be earned before progressing to the next stage. All courses are 3 semester credit hours unless noted otherwise. Courses may be taken in any order unless otherwise specified. Transfer credit is on a case-by-case basis at the doctoral level. The transfer must be relevant to the student’s program of study and equivalent in both content and degree level of doctoral courses. Transfer (grades of ‘B’ or above) must satisfy the requirements of the program. Awarding degree credit for experiential learning is not available at the doctoral level.
Prerequisite for Th.D with Focus Core: Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field (equivalent of 48 Masters Level credits).
Total Credits Required = 49 credits.
The Th.M Stage must be earned before progressing to the next stage. All courses are 3 semester credit hours unless noted otherwise. Courses may be taken in any order unless otherwise specified. Transfer credit is on a case-by-case basis at the doctoral level. The transfer must be relevant to the student’s program of study and equivalent in both content and degree level of doctoral courses. Transfer (grades of ‘B’ or above) must satisfy the requ
Th.M. Stage
RW 001 Trinity Tutorial – 0 credits
Focus Core – Varies – SEE LISTINGS UNDER SCHOOLS OF MINISTRY
Spiritual Formation Core – 3 credits – SEE LISTINGS UNDER SCHOOLS OF MINISTRY
Doctoral Qualification Module – 0 credits
Two Academic Presentations – 2 credits
Th.D. Stage
Research Core – Varies – SEE LISTINGS UNDER SCHOOLS OF MINISTRY
Two Academic Presentations – 2 credits
RW 800 Research Within a Christian Worldview – 3 credits
Prospectus Development and Hearing – 0 credits
Th.D. Candidacy Stage
RW 828 Academic Monograph or Thesis – 12 credits
