DOCTORAL PROGRAMS

“CUTS offer degree programs that put a strong emphasis on knowing and applying the word of God, building a life of faith, and training to do the work of the Ministry today, and tomorrow.”

Doctoral Programs

The Christian Union Theological Seminary, CUTS, offers the following postgraduate programs for those who are graduates of the College and wish to pursue an advanced degree. The student must maintain an average of “B” and complete the specified requirements for each grade. If the student wishes a further degree, these are available in the fields of Biblical Studies, Theology, Ministries, Apologetics, Divinity, Christian Counseling and Christian Education. Entry requirement is a Masters degree.

Minimum Studies for your Degree

No grade will be issued at any level, until the student has completed the minimum required hours equivalent to the work of one year at that level.

STUDENTS MY SELECT TO FOCUS (SAME AS MAJOR OR CONCENTRATION) IN ONE OF SIX DISCIPLINES. THESE ARE:

Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.)

The requirements to enter this program, requires the candidate to hold a master’s degree or its equivalent from the Christian Union Theological Seminary, acceptable college, or seminary. One must complete forty semester hours beyond the master’s level. If the student wishes, degrees are available in the fields of: Biblical Studies, Theology, Pastoral Studies, Biblical Counseling, Missions, Christian Worship, or Ethnic Studies.

Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Education, (PhD. C.E.)

The candidate for this degree must hold a Masters degree from the Christian Union Theological Seminary, or an acceptable College or seminary, before being eligible to enroll in this program. Then, the candidate must complete forty hours of work with Christian Union Theological Seminary, which shall include the writing of a thesis in the field of Christian Education, containing not less than 25,000 words.

Doctor of Theology (Th.D.)

This is a title that carries weight and dignity. Therefore, the candidate who enrolls in this study program must demonstrate that they are capable of doing doctoral work. He or she must hold a Master’s degree from the Christian Union Theological Seminary, acceptable college or seminary, with a composite of at least 200 hours of lessons. Then he or she must complete forty-four hours of work through the Christian Union Theological Seminary, which includes writing a 50,000 word thesis in the field of theology. Two hard bound folder copies must be submitted to the seminar. A copy will be returned to the candidate and the other will remain at the seminary library.

Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Studies, (Ph.D. B.S.)

Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Studies, (Ph.D .B.S)

Students will participate in the analysis, synthesis and critical evaluation of the Old and New Testaments. Students will develop skills in biblical interpretation, and can apply these skills in the use of Bible commentaries and similar literature, to do research at the doctoral level.

Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Counseling, (Ph.D. C.C.))

Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Counseling, (Ph.D. C.C.)

Students will participate in an intensive program in counseling from a Biblical perspective. For people interested in pastoral ministry this specialization is particularly recommended. Participants will develop develop a higher level in their abilities to deal and advise in all areas involving biblical counsel.

Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Apologetics, (Ph.D. C.A.)

Students will participate in an intensive program in Christian Apologetic from a Biblical perspective. For people interested in defending their faith this specialization is particularly recommended. Participants will develop develop a higher level in their abilities to present and defend their faith in all areas involving biblical christian belief.