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Doctor of Arts in Bible Ministry
Graduates demonstrate advanced competence in biblical interpretation, theological reflection, and ministry strategies.
Requirements
For the Doctorate Program, the admission requirements are those outlined in the PDF document. Below is a summary for your reference:
• Minimum Requirement: Master’s degree in Theology, Divinity, Ministry, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Please include a question asking whether the applicant’s Master’s degree is from Spirit Temple University (STU).
• If the answer is No, the form should require submission of official transcripts and academic references (set as required fields).
• All Doctorate applicants must also:
1) Submit a Statement of Purpose outlining their spiritual journey and doctoral goals.
2) Demonstrate at least three years of active and effective ministry experience.
3) Provide a Writing Sample (minimum 2,000 words) on a theological topic.
4) Pay the registration fee upon completing the application form.
Three-Year Accelerated DOCTORATE DEGREE IN BIBLE MINISTRY
Delivery Mode: Hybrid (Online Tuesdays 7–8:30 PM; In-Person: 1st Tuesday Monthly atBethlehem Campus)
- Doctoral Seminar in Hermeneutics & Exegesis
(3 credits) - Old & New Testament Theology – Doctoral Integrations (3 credits)
- Systematic Theology II – Advanced Doctrinal Constructs (3 credits)
- Leadership and Global Apostolic Ministry
(3 credits) - Doctoral Research Methods I (3 credits)
• Apply comparative hermeneutics and advanced exegetical principles.
• Integrate Christocentric theology across biblical covenants.
• Construct doctrinal frameworks rooted in Scripture and Spirit revelation.
• Demonstrate leadership ethics in apostolic ministry.
• Design original research proposals for dissertation readiness.
Delivery Mode: Hybrid (Online + In-Person at Bethlehem Campus)*
The second year transitions students from theoretical mastery to practical research and ministry innovation. Coursework emphasizes applied theology, field research, publication readiness, and
proposal defense.
- Doctoral Research Methods II – Advanced Design & Analysis
(3 credits) - Applied Biblical Research & Publication Seminar (3 credits)
- Ministry Innovation & Transformation Practicum
(3-6 credits) - Biblical Leadership in Contextual Ministry
(3 credits) - Doctoral Colloquium & Proposal Defense
• Conduct independent, Spirit-led research using advanced qualitative and quantitative design.
• Develop and submit peer-reviewed theological manuscripts.
• Implement research-based ministry innovation projects.
• Integrate biblical leadership within contextual and global settings.
• Successfully defend a formal doctoral proposal before faculty review board.
Delivery Mode: Primarily Independent Research with Faculty Supervision (Hybrid Meetings and In-Person Defense)**
- Dissertation Research I – Design & Development (6 credits)
- Dissertation Research II – Writing & Analysis (6 credits)
- Dissertation Defense & Publication (6 credits)
• Complete and defend a doctoral dissertation before faculty and peers.
• Publish findings in the Spirit Temple Theological Review Journal or equivalent platform.
• Demonstrate academic excellence, ethical integrity, and Spirit-guided scholarship.
• Contribute to global theology through original, transformative research.
Year 1: 15 credits
Year 2: 15-18 credits
Year 3: 18 credits
Total:48-51 credit hours
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