Kerala United Theological Seminary

Kerala United Theological Seminary

Overview:

Kerala United Theological Seminary (KUTS) is a prominent theological and ministerial education institution located in Kerala, India. Established in 1943, it was founded through a collaborative effort of missionary societies and churches, including the London Missionary Society, the Church Missionary Society, the Basel Mission, the Church of God in South India, and the Malankara Marthoma Syrian Church. Currently, KUTS is managed by the six dioceses of the Church of South India (CSI) Kerala State, maintaining an ecumenical approach. The seminary is affiliated with the Senate of Serampore College/University in West Bengal, India.

Academic Programs:

KUTS offers a range of academic programs, including:

Bachelor of Ministry (B Miss)

Integrated Bachelor of Divinity (IBD)

Bachelor of Divinity (B D)

Master of Theology (M Th)

Doctor of Theology (D Th)

Doctor of Ministry (D Min)

Master of Ministry (M Min)

Master of Christian Studies (M C S)

Bachelor of Christian Studies (B C S)

Diploma in Christian Studies (Dip C S)

Diploma in Clinical Pastoral Counseling (Dip C P C)

Programs up to the B D level are offered in both English and Malayalam mediums, while higher education is conducted in English.

Other:

KUTS emphasizes the training of individuals for ordained parish ministry within an ecumenical setting. The seminary has a library with specific hours of operation.