Programme Details

Doctor of Ministry

The Doctor of Ministry is the terminal ministry-oriented professional degree open to those who demonstrate the highest level of competence, dedication, and potential for excellence in Christian ministry. The programme will be for three academic years and no greater than six years. New Entrants must understand the high level of commitment that is expected and required to actively participate in this degree programme year-round for this period of time. Throughout the degree plan of study, students will acquire new ideas, tools, strategies, and techniques that will increase effectiveness and expand opportunities within current and future roles.

Purpose of the Doctor of Ministry Programme

The main purpose of the programme is to help ministers grow in their understanding and interpretation of Church's ministry in relation to biblical, theological, historical, ethical and practical areas.  Students are challenged to develop their ministerial skills, refine and articulate a theology of ministry while in a setting of ministry.  

Admission Requirements

The requirements for entry into the Doctor of Ministry programme are as follows:

1. Master in Theology, or its equivalents from recognized theological institutions.
2. A minimum grade point average of 3.0 in Master’s degree.
3. An applicant must have a minimum of five years of full-time ministerial experience (e.g. pastor, missionary, theological educator, minister of education, etc.).
4. An applicant must be involved in ministry throughout the entire period of his or her doctoral studies.
5. An applicant with degree from a theological institution other than LIFE may be admitted with deficiencies that must be made up prior to the beginning of the Doctor of Ministry programme.

Graduation Requirements for the Doctoral Degree Award:

1. Successful completion of forty-nine (49) credit units divided as follows:

1. Courses/Seminars                                            43              Credit Units
2. Dissertation                                                     6               Credit Units

1. Complete and defend the doctoral dissertation.
2. Must adhere to the principles and practice of ministry
3. Must meet all the financial requirements for graduation as specified by the Seminary authorities.

The Nine Modules at a Glance