Course Information

Delhi School of Theology in partnership with Asia Biblical Theological Seminary (ABTS) offers internationally accredited Master's level theological education through its site in New Delhi. ABTS brings together the best of the East and the West and is uniquely positioned to train leaders for effective ministry in a global setting.

ABTS  highlights

  • ATA & US Accredited Master's Level seminary degree 
  • Theological training at an affordable cost
  • Accessible education while remaining in ministry/vocation
  • Part-Time modular system combing online and face-to-face classes 
  • Ideal for professionals and lay leaders as well as pastors and ministry leaders
  • Currently, a combination of hybrid and online courses are offered every quarter. Admission is open throughout the year.

Programmes of Study

ABTS Currently offers two Masters degrees -

Master of Religious Education - MRE (31 credit hours)

  • 31 Credit Hours (11 Courses)
  • For All Christian Workers with Undergraduate Degrees, Both Professional and Lay Leaders
  • Upgrade Ministry Skills in One of 5 Concentrations: Educational, Pastoral, Intercultural, Marketplace or Counselling
  • Broaden Biblical and Theological Foundations for Ministry
  • Remain in Your Ministry while Studying
  • 5 Years Permitted for Programme Completion

MRE BREAK UP

CORE STUDIES13 CREDIT HOURS
Introduction to Graduate Theological Education1 credit hour
Biblical Hermeneutics3 credit hours
Bible Elective3 credit hours
Systematic Theology 1/Christian Worldview3 credit hours
Theology Elective3 credit hours
AREA OF CONCENTRATION (4 COURSES)12 CREDIT HOURS
GENERAL ELECTIVE COURSES6 CREDIT HOURS
TOTAL REQUIRED31 CREDIT HOURS

Master of Arts - MA (64 credit hours)

Programs of study available for Interdisciplinary Studies in Bible, Theology, and Ministry.

  • 64 Credit Hours (22 Courses)
  • In-Depth Investigation in 3 Content Areas: Bible, Theology, Ministry Leadership
  • Substantial Elective Category Allows Exploration of Areas Most Suited to the Student's Ministry
  • Builds toward Higher Degrees
  • Remain in Your Ministry while Studying
  • 8 Years Permitted for Programme Completion

Cost

Each course is 3 credits (except for the introductory course) and costs Rs. 6,600/-  (Rs. 2,200/- per credit hour). The MRE is a total of 31 credits (11 courses) and the MA is a total of 64 credits (22 courses). Students pay on a course by course basis. 

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