Doctor of Ministry
Sydney , Australia | Melbourne , Australia
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
121 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Theology | Religion | Religious Studies
Area of study
Humanities
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program at Alphacrucis University College is designed for experienced leaders seeking to enhance their skills in ministry. It combines coursework with a thesis, allowing students to explore issues facing the Church and develop advanced critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Graduates are equipped for leadership roles in church, academic, and community settings.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Train students in advanced skills in critical thinking, communication, and creative problem-solving of complex issues through independent research and scholarship.
- Enable students to identify, investigate, and address an issue in the profession of Christian ministry, making a significant original contribution to learning and professional ministry practice.
Program Description:
The DMin combines coursework with a thesis, allowing students to design their research project while incorporating best practices from practitioners globally.
Duration:
Up to 10 years
Outline:
Course Structure:
- Total credit points: 240
- Components:
- 1x core research methods subject (20 credit points)
- 1x 800-level elective in area of specialization (20 credit points)
- 1x core 50,000 research thesis in area of specialization (200 credit points)
Subjects:
- RES801 Survey of Research Methods
- RES802 Research Thesis
- XXX806 Advanced Research in Discipline Area (specific discipline code replaces XXX)
Course Schedule:
- Intake periods: Semester 1 and Semester 2
Careers:
Potential career paths and opportunities:
- Church pastor
- Lecturer or trainer (in area of specialization)
- Community/NFP/NGO worker
- Church administrator
- Pastoral educator
Most graduates work in:
- Ordained service within the church
- Graduates are equipped with a systematic and critical understanding of the discipline of Christian ministry, including innovative leadership models in contemporary contexts and a working knowledge of recent developments and approaches in their specialization.
- Alphacrucis University College is a Christ-centered institution, and the DMin program reflects this focus.
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