Graduate School of Theology

Established

Accredited on October 21, 1994

Educational Objectives

The Graduate School of Theology believes that the Old and New Testaments are the infallible Word of God and the sole rule for faith and life. Apart from the Bible, the Graduate School does not adhere to any man-made documents—such as creeds, constitutions, or ecclesiastical regulations—that may restrict individual freedom of faith or infringe upon the autonomy of individual churches.

Based on these theological convictions and principles of faith, the Graduate School aims to prepare pastors, missionaries, theologians, and other Christian professionals equipped to serve in a variety of Christian ministries and organizations and to meet the needs of the contemporary church.

Benefit

• All newly admitted master’s students receive a scholarship equivalent to 30% of tuition.
• Graduates may serve as pastors within their respective denominations.
• Graduates may pursue specialized ministries, including overseas missions, publishing ministry, campus ministry, and chaplaincy.
• Graduates may pursue doctoral studies at universities in Korea or abroad.
• Students who pursue further study at sister universities in the United States, including Abilene Christian University and Harding University, may be eligible for institutional recommendations and scholarship opportunities.

Curriculum

· A minimum of 57 credits is required for graduation, including 51 credits from the courses listed above and 6 thesis credits. Theological Reading is required for four semesters, and Pastoral Practicum is required for three semesters.

· Students without a background in Theology must complete a minimum of 69 credits, including 63 credits from the courses listed above and 6 thesis credits. Theological Reading is required for five semesters, and Pastoral Practicum is required for four semesters.

· Students may graduate by completing two additional courses (6 credits) in lieu of the thesis.

Course Descriptions

Introduction to Old Testament Studies

This course provides an introduction to the content, structure, and theology of the Old Testament.

Pastoral Counseling: Theory and Practice

This course examines the principles and methods of counseling applicable to pastoral ministry.

Introduction to Systematic Theology

This course provides a systematic and coherent study of major Christian doctrines.

Introduction to New Testament Studies

This course provides an introduction to the content, structure, and theology of the New Testament.

Reading in Theology 1

This course involves reading and discussing significant works in the Old and New Testaments, church history, systematic theology, and practical theology.

Ministry Practicum 1

This practicum involves visiting pastoral ministry settings, meeting with ministry leaders, and learning about the practice of ministry through firsthand observation and discussion.

Greek

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of Koine Greek, the original language of the New Testament.

World Church History

This course explores the history of Christianity around the world.

Seminar in Christian Education

This course examines the principles, methods, and purposes of Christian education and ministry.

Pentateuchal Studies

This course explores the theology, narratives, and laws of the Pentateuch, the first five books of the Bible.

Reading in Theology

This course involves reading and discussing significant works in the Old and New Testaments, church history, systematic theology, and practical theology.

Ministry Practicum 2

This practicum involves visiting pastoral ministry settings, meeting with ministry leaders, and learning about the practice of ministry through firsthand observation and discussion.

History and Theology of the Restoration Movement

This course explores the origins, development, and theological principles of the Restoration Movement.

Old Testament Theology

This course examines the major theological themes, messages, and structure of the Old Testament.

Christian Social Ethics

This course explores contemporary social and ethical issues from a Christian perspective.

Synoptic Gospels Seminar

This course examines the theology, structure, and message of the Synoptic Gospels: Matthew, Mark, and Luke.

Reading in Theology 3

This course involves reading and discussing significant works in the Old and New Testaments, church history, systematic theology, and practical theology.

Ministry Practicum 3

This practicum involves visiting pastoral ministry settings, meeting with ministry leaders, and learning about the practice of ministry through firsthand observation and discussion.

Hebrew

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of Hebrew, the original language of the Old Testament.

Introduction to Practical Theology

This course provides an introduction to the principles, methods, and applications of practical theology in pastoral ministry settings.

Christology Seminar

This seminar explores the person, ministry, and theological significance of Jesus Christ.

History of Evangelicalism

This course explores the origins, development, and theology of the evangelical movement.

Reading in Theology 4

This course involves reading and discussing significant works in the Old and New Testaments, church history, systematic theology, and practical theology.

Ministry Practicum 4 (Non-Theology Majors)

This practicum involves visiting pastoral ministry settings, meeting with ministry leaders, and learning about the practice of ministry through firsthand observation and discussion.

History of the Korean Church

This course examines the development, growth, and influence of Christianity in Korea.

Studies in the New Testament Church

This course examines ecclesiology as presented in the New Testament.

Pauline Theology

This course explores the theology and message of the Apostle Paul.

Missiology

This course examines the theology, principles, and practice of Christian mission.

Reading in Theology 5 (Non-Theology Majors)

This course involves reading and discussing significant works in the Old and New Testaments, church history, systematic theology, and practical theology.