SECOND CYCLE PROGRAMME IN PASTORAL MINISTRY (EQF LEVEL 7)

103 ECTS

Program Objectives

This curriculum provides two years of full-time theological training, centered on an organic balance between pastoral theory and praxis. While solidifying a rigorous theological foundation, the program aims to substantively enhance the professional competencies and practical skills of ministers. It empowers practitioners to discern and respond more acutely to complex pastoral contexts, thereby facilitating continuous professional and ministerial development.

Program Requirements and Completion Period

Program Requirements and Duration

Credit Requirements: 103 ECTS.

Curriculum Structure: 87 ECTS of core (required) and 16 ECTS of elective.

Duration: Designed as a two-year full-time program, with a maximum candidacy period of eight years.

Residency: The program mandates four semesters of on-campus residency.

CODETITLEECTS
SCRIPTURE26
(OT/NT)A minimum of 26 ECTS of elective from the Biblical courses list (Pentateuch, Historical Books, Prophetic Books, Poetic Books, NT Survey I & II, Biblical Book Study) is required.26
LANGUAGES AND INTERPRETATION5
HE101Engaging Scripture: Practical Tools for Biblical Reading5
THEOLOGY AND TRADITION10
(CH/ST)A minimum of 10 ECTS of elective from the Church History and Systematic Theology series is required.10
MINISTRIES AND PRACTICE35
PA102Homiletics I5
PA304Pastoral Theology & Ministry5
PA3051Pastoral Care and Counselling5
PA309Christian Education5
PA310*Ministry to the Teens5
PA314*Marriage and Family5
NoteSelect one of the two courses above (*). 
PA316Missiology5
PA335Church Organization and Administration5
FORMATION AND PRACTICUM9
LI101Spiritual Formation3
LI113–116Formation Group I–IVComplete
PC100Educational Practicum3
PC141–143Internship I–III1 each course
ELECTIVES AND OTHERS18
TH103Academic Writing and Research Methodology2
Electives16