Doctor of
Teaching Ministry (D.T.Min.)
Advancing Excellence in Teaching, Leadership, and Ministry
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Doctor of Teaching Ministry (D.T.Min.) is an advanced doctoral program designed to equip experienced Christian leaders, pastors, educators, and ministry practitioners with the highest level of biblical, theological, and educational expertise for teaching and leadership ministries. This research-based program integrates biblical scholarship, sound theology, educational leadership, curriculum development, and practical ministry to prepare graduates for effective teaching, mentoring, leadership development, and the advancement of Christian education in churches, seminaries, Bible colleges, Christian universities, and global ministry contexts.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Biblical Teaching Excellence
Theological Research Competence
Ministry Leadership Development
Curriculum Design Skills
Christian Educational Leadership
COURSE STRUCTURE
YEAR
01
CORE FOUNDATIONS
(18 Credits)
Semester 1
- DTM 701
- DTM 702
- DTM 703
- Biblical Foundations of Teaching Ministry (3)
- Advanced Pedagogy and Andragogy in Christian Education (3)
- Advanced Research Methodology in Educational Ministry I (3)
Semester 2
- DTM 704
- DTM 705
- DTM 706
- History and Philosophy of Christian Education (3)
- Curriculum Design and Development for Ministry Contexts (3)
- Advanced Qualitative & Quantitative Research in Teaching Ministry II (3)
YEAR
02
SPECIALIZATION & MINISTRY PRACTICE
(18 CREDITS)
Semester 1
- DTM 711
- DTM 712
- DTM 713
- Teaching in Multicultural and Intercultural Contexts (3)
- Educational Leadership and Institutional Development (3)
- Contemporary Challenges in Christian Education (3)
Semester 2
- DTM 714
- DTM 715
- DTM 716
- Ethics, Spiritual Formation, and the Teaching Vocation (3)
- Teaching Ministry Practicum I (Supervised Classroom Teaching) (3)
- Teaching Ministry Practicum II (Community & Church Engagement) (3)
YEAR
03
Dissertation & Advanced Seminars
(24 Credits)
Semester 1
- DTM 801
- DTM 802
- DTM 803
- DTM 804
- Advanced Seminar in Teaching and Preaching (3)
- Educational Theology Colloquium (3)
- Dissertation Proposal Seminar (3)
- Comprehensive Exam (3)
Semester 2
- DTM 805
- Dissertation Research and Writing (12)
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program Duration: 3–5 years
Total Credit Hours: 60 (post-master’s level)
Delivery Mode: Coursework + Research + Ministry Practicum
Teaching System: Semester system (Distance Learning)
Session Begin: 1st March and 1st September every year
Medium of Instruction: English
Department: Ecclesiastical Leadership and Applied Ministries
Faculty: Teaching Ministry
ADMISSION CRITERIA
Applicants must hold a Master of Teaching Ministry, or an equivalent degree from an approved institution with a demonstrated focus on teaching and ministry.
PROGRAM FEES
Per Semester
USD $1800
CAREER & MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES
- Seminary Professor
- Bible College Lecturer
- Christian Educator
- Teaching Pastor
- Ministry Trainer
- Academic Administrator
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Completion of 60 credit hours.
- Passing of comprehensive examination.
- Completion and defense of a doctoral dissertation (50,000–70,000 words).
- Demonstrated teaching ministry impact project (new curriculum, teaching training program, or educational resource development for church/ministry).
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