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.

Core Credits

Credit Courses

Levels

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

Code	Course Title	Credits	Department
GS700	English for Theological Studies and Study Methods	Non-credit	General Studies
GS701	Information Technology and Digital Literacy	Non-credit	General Studies
MN720	Spiritual Formation & Discipleship	2	Ministry
BS730	Introduction to the Bible	3	Biblical Studies
BS731	Hermeneutics	3	Biblical Studies
TT730	Systematic Theology I	3	Theology & Ethics
TT731	Systematic Theology II	3	Theology & Ethics
TH730	Church History	3	Church History
BN720	Elementary Greek	2	Biblical — NT
BO730	Pentateuch	3	Biblical — OT
BN731	Synoptic Gospels	3	Biblical — NT
MM730	Introduction to Christian Ministry and Missions	3	Missions
MN731	Homiletics	3	Ministry
BO721	Elementary Hebrew	2	Biblical — OT
TR730	Survey of Major Religions in India	3	Religion & Society
MN702	Ministry Practicum I	Non-credit	Practicum

2nd Level — Advanced Studies

10 Courses · 30 Credits

Code	Course Title	Credits	Department
GS732	Theological Research Methods & Academic Writing	3	General Studies
TH731	History of Christianity in India	3	Church History
BO732	Historical Books: A Narrative Study	3	Biblical — OT
TT732	Biblical Theology	3	Theology & Ethics
MM731	Introduction to Cultural Anthropology	3	Missions
ME730	Theology of Education and Formation	3	Education
BN732	Pauline Thought	3	Biblical — NT
TT733	Contextual Theology	3	Theology & Ethics
ME731	Curriculum Design and Learning Outcomes	3	Education
ME732	Teaching and Learning	3	Education

3rd Level — Ministerial Integration

11 Courses · 31 Credits

Code	Course Title	Credits	Department
ME713	Teaching Practicum	1	Education
BS732	Biblical Exegesis (English) — Amos / Romans	3	Biblical Studies
MM732	Perspectives in Christian World Missions	3	Missions
TT734	Indian Christian Theology	3	Theology & Ethics
BO733	Hebrew Poetry and Wisdom Literature	3	Biblical — OT
MN733	Pastoral Care and Counselling	3	Ministry
TT735	Christian Ethics in Contemporary World	3	Theology & Ethics
MN734	Organisational Leadership & Team Development	3	Ministry
TR731	Mission Witness and Inter-Faith Engagement	3	Religion & Society
MM733	Urban/Rural Mission and Community Engagement	3	Missions
GS733	Thesis / Project	3	General 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)

Code	Course Title	Credits	Department
TT726	Faith, Technology and Digital Culture	2	Theology & Ethics
BO724	Intermediate Hebrew	2	Biblical — OT
BN723	Intermediate Greek	2	Biblical — NT
ME724	Educational Technology & Digital Pedagogy	2	Education
ME725	Adult Learning and Transformational Education	2	Education

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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