Master of Divinity

Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

Graduate-level theological education for pastoral leadership, ministry, missions, and Christian service.

3 Years Full-time 3 Levels 97 Credit Hours 34 Credit Courses Graduate Level Bachelor's Degree Required
Programme Overview

About the M.Div. Programme

The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is Trinity Theological College's flagship graduate-level programme, equipping men and women for pastoral leadership, Christian education, missions, church planting, and theological ministry. The programme spans three levels and integrates rigorous academic formation with practical ministry training and spiritual development.

97
Core Credits
34
Credit Courses
3
Levels
37
Total Courses
B.Sc./
B.A.
Entry Req.
Curriculum

Course Structure

Three progressive levels across three years. Non-credit courses (GS700, GS701, MN702) are programme requirements and do not contribute to the credit total.

1st Level — Foundations of Ministry

13 Courses · 36 Credits + 3 non-credit
CodeCourse TitleCreditsDepartment
GS700English for Theological Studies and Study MethodsNon-creditGeneral Studies
GS701Information Technology and Digital LiteracyNon-creditGeneral Studies
MN720Spiritual Formation & Discipleship2Ministry
BS730Introduction to the Bible3Biblical Studies
BS731Hermeneutics3Biblical Studies
TT730Systematic Theology I3Theology & Ethics
TT731Systematic Theology II3Theology & Ethics
TH730Church History3Church History
BN720Elementary Greek2Biblical — NT
BO730Pentateuch3Biblical — OT
BN731Synoptic Gospels3Biblical — NT
MM730Introduction to Christian Ministry and Missions3Missions
MN731Homiletics3Ministry
BO721Elementary Hebrew2Biblical — OT
TR730Survey of Major Religions in India3Religion & Society
MN702Ministry Practicum INon-creditPracticum

2nd Level — Advanced Studies

10 Courses · 30 Credits
CodeCourse TitleCreditsDepartment
GS732Theological Research Methods & Academic Writing3General Studies
TH731History of Christianity in India3Church History
BO732Historical Books: A Narrative Study3Biblical — OT
TT732Biblical Theology3Theology & Ethics
MM731Introduction to Cultural Anthropology3Missions
ME730Theology of Education and Formation3Education
BN732Pauline Thought3Biblical — NT
TT733Contextual Theology3Theology & Ethics
ME731Curriculum Design and Learning Outcomes3Education
ME732Teaching and Learning3Education

3rd Level — Ministerial Integration

11 Courses · 31 Credits
CodeCourse TitleCreditsDepartment
ME713Teaching Practicum1Education
BS732Biblical Exegesis (English) — Amos / Romans3Biblical Studies
MM732Perspectives in Christian World Missions3Missions
TT734Indian Christian Theology3Theology & Ethics
BO733Hebrew Poetry and Wisdom Literature3Biblical — OT
MN733Pastoral Care and Counselling3Ministry
TT735Christian Ethics in Contemporary World3Theology & Ethics
MN734Organisational Leadership & Team Development3Ministry
TR731Mission Witness and Inter-Faith Engagement3Religion & Society
MM733Urban/Rural Mission and Community Engagement3Missions
GS733Thesis / Project3General Studies

Credit Distribution by Department

Department of Theology & Ethics18 cr
Department of Practical Theology — Missions12 cr
Department of Practical Theology — Ministry11 cr
Department of Biblical Studies — Old Testament11 cr
Department of Practical Theology — Education10 cr
Department of Biblical Studies — General9 cr
Department of Biblical Studies — New Testament8 cr
Department of General Studies6 cr
Department of Church History6 cr
Department of Religion & Society6 cr
Total Credit Hours 97 Credits

Elective Courses (available across all levels)

CodeCourse TitleCreditsDepartment
TT726Faith, Technology and Digital Culture2Theology & Ethics
BO724Intermediate Hebrew2Biblical — OT
BN723Intermediate Greek2Biblical — NT
ME724Educational Technology & Digital Pedagogy2Education
ME725Adult Learning and Transformational Education2Education
Admission Requirements

Eligibility & Required Documents

Eligibility Requirements

  • A Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university or institution
  • A clear testimony of having received Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour
  • Believer's Baptism
  • A sense of call to Christian ministry and service
  • Basic proficiency in English sufficient for theological studies
  • Good physical, emotional, and spiritual health
  • Recommendation from a Pastor or Christian Leader
  • Willingness to abide by TTC's spiritual, academic, residential, and community-life standards
  • Applicants must normally be unmarried and willing to remain so until programme completion

Required Documents

  • Completed Application Form
  • Academic Certificates and Mark Sheets
  • Personal Testimony and Statement of Call
  • Pastor / Christian Leader Recommendation
  • General Reference Form
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Government ID Proof
  • Baptism Certificate
  • Passport-size Photographs
Admissions Note: Admission is subject to review and approval by the Admissions Committee. TTC reserves the right to accept, defer, or decline applications based on academic readiness, spiritual maturity, ministry suitability, and alignment with the vision, values, and community standards of the institution.
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