General Programs
TRIUMPHS KINGDOM UNIVERSITY EXEMPTION STATEMENT
Exempt From Licensure Statement For South Carolina
Triumphs Kingdom University and the associated programs are exempt from licensing in South Carolina. The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education is the licensing authority for private postsecondary education under the provisions of Chapter 58 of Title 59, Code of Laws of South Carolina, 1976, as amended (Nonpublic Postsecondary Institution License Act) and Chapter 62, Commission on Higher Education Regulations. Section 59-58-30 (Exclusions) of the statute states: The definition of a nonpublic educational institutiondoes not include institutions whose sole purpose is religious or theological training. The exemption is only for credentials with religious or theological modifiers.
South Carolina Commission on Higher Education
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Exempt From Licensure Statement For North Carolina
Degree programs of study offered by Triumphs Kingdom University have been declared by the appropriate state authority exempt from the requirements for licensure, under provisions of North Carolina General Statues Section (G.S.) 116-15 (d) for exemption from licensure with respect to religious education. Exemption from licensure is not based upon assessment of program quality under established licensing standards.
Complaint Policy
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Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 962-4550
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If students are unable to resolve a complaint through the institutions grievance procedures, they can review the Student Complaint Policy (PDF) and submit their complaint using the online complaint form at https://studentcomplaints.northcarolina.edu/form or to the following mailing address:
North Carolina Post-Secondary Education Complaints
c/o Student Complaints
University of North Carolina System Office
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Chapel Hill, NC 27515-2688
Licensure Disclosure
The following programs will NOT lead to licensure
Bachelor Of Christian Guidance, Coaching And Counseling
Master Of Christian Guidance, Coaching And Counseling
Master In Christian Marriage Counseling And Family Therapy
Doctor Of Philosophy In Christian Counseling (Marriage, Family and Child Therapy)
DEGREES AVAILABLE COMPLETELY ONLINE 100%
STUDENT NOTICE
All Programs include experiential learning. Credit requirements for different degree levels:
Certificate and Diploma: 6065 credit hours, or minimum 22 classes
Bachelor’s degree: 120140 credit hours, or minimum 44 classes
Master’s degree: 60 – 120 credit hours, depending on the program
Doctorate degree depends on the type of specialization field and typically requires 120 semester credit hours, with dissertation
Every program requires a dissertation or thesis depending on the scope of the research. A dissertation develops unique and original concepts in a particular field of research, whereas a thesis is usually a culmination of existing research. The length of a dissertation varies between study level and country, but is generally around 10,000-12,000 words at undergraduate level, 15,000-25,000 words at master’s level and up to 50,000 words or more at Doctoral level.
Vocational experience is mandatory through the internship program which is a professional learning by working to gain experience that offers meaningful, practical work related to a student’s field of study or career interest. An internship gives a student the opportunity for career exploration and development, and to learn new practical application skills on the job.
Enroll now to earn your next degree while staying in your current job or ministry location. Fulfilling your study goals and divine calling!
TRIUMPHS KINGDOM UNIVERSITY CREDENTIALS
Undergraduate:
Certificate in Christian Ministry
Diploma in Theological Studies
Bachelors Degrees
Bachelor in Theology
Bachelor of Divinity
Bachelor of Biblical Studies
Bachelor in Chaplaincy
Bachelor of Christian Education
Bachelor of Church Administration
Bachelor of Christian Business Management
Bachelor of Church Leadership Excellence
Bachelor of Christian Humanitarian Leadership
Bachelor of Christian Guidance, Coaching and Counseling
Bachelor of Arts in Religious Fine Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Theology
Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ethics and Management
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Counseling
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Entrepreneurship
Bachelor of Arts in Prophetic Ministry
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Coaching
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Leadership and Business
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ethics and Marketing
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Leadership
Graduate:
Masters Degrees
Master of Theology
Master in Divinity
Master of Arts in Prophetic Ministry
Master of Christian Guidance, Coaching and Counseling
Master in Christian Missions
Master in Chaplaincy
Master in Christian Evangelism
Master of Arts in Apologetics and Evangelism
Master in Biblical Exegesis Linguistics
Master of Biblical Sacred Theology
Master in Biblical Theology
Master in Christian Education
Master in Christian Media Communication and Worship
Master in Christian Marriage Counseling and Family Therapy
Master of Arts in Theology
Master of Arts in Divinity
Master in Christian Strategic Leadership
Master of Arts in Christian Ethics and Management
Master of Arts in Christian Counseling
Master of Science in Christian Psychology
Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry
Master of Arts in Christian Entrepreneurship
Master of Science in Practical Ministry
Master of Arts in Christian Ethics and Marketing
Master of Arts in Christian Leadership
Post Graduates
Doctoral Degrees:
Doctor of Divinity
Doctor of Theology
Doctor in Christian Missions
Doctor in Christian Leadership
Doctor in Biblical Studies
Doctor of Christian Ministry
Doctor of Strategic Christian Leadership
Doctor of Applied Theology
Doctor of Philosophy in Chaplaincy
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Evangelism
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Media Communication and Worship
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Global Missions
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Humanitarian Leadership
Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Sacred Theology
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Strategic Leadership
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Guidance, Coaching and Biblical Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Organizational Leadership Excellence
Doctor of Philosophy in Theology
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Ethics and Management
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Leadership and Business
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Entrepreneurship
Doctor of Philosophy in Christian Counseling (Marriage, Family and Child Therapy)
Doctor of Philosophy in Practical Ministry
Doctor of Philosophy in Religious Fine Arts
Licensure Disclosure: The following programs will NOT lead to licensure
Bachelor Of Christian Guidance, Coaching And Counseling
Master Of Christian Guidance, Coaching And Counseling
Master In Christian Marriage Counseling And Family Therapy
Doctor Of Philosophy In Christian Counseling (Marriage, Family and Child Therapy)
At Triumphs Kingdom University Our programs are designed to train men and women to carry out God’s will on earth. It’s a place where the Word of God and the Holy Spirit come together to transform lives, birth ministries, and equip individuals to fulfill their God-given call in the spirit of excellence and triumphing in every areas of life. We aim to fulfill this commitment to ministry by maintaining quality strong standards through the following:
Undergraduate, Graduate and Post Graduates Education,
Professional and continuing education,
Spiritual formation,
Experiential-learning,
And strategic partnerships.
You can download the PDF Curriculum for more details. All of our associates and degree programs strive to glorify God through excellence.
BACHELOR DEGREES
BACHELOR IN THEOLOGY
Credit Hours: 120
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or Equivalent
The mission of the Bachelor of Theology program is to further equip our students in the ministry, to help them identify their passion, and prepare them to do the work God has called them to do.
Earning your Bachelor of Theology will deepen your understanding of the Word of God and enrich your spiritual life as a follower of Christ. This program focuses on Bible theology, systematic theology, spiritual warfare, hermeneutics, as well as New Testament church history. This program combines theological studies with a possible minor in leadership, arts, or science. This diverse and rich learning environment will prepare you for service and community engagement, whether in your own local church ministry or an international context.
Course Objectives
Students who major in the Bachelor of Theology will be able to:
Understand the major areas in the discipline of Theology, biblical studies, historical or comparative studies, systematic theology, ethics, and spirituality.
Integrate philosophical, literary, and historical knowledge into a Biblical worldview. An understanding of how religious morality and justice are integrated with faith
The ability to apply difficult theological concepts and ideas within their writing, research, or in-field experiences.
Grow in, ministerial and public leadership skills, professional and ministerial ethics, the ability to think theologically about the practice of ministry, and the ability to think theologically about the scriptures.
Major Courses To Complete in-order to Earn Your Degree
BTH241 Intro Bible Theology I
BTH252 Intro Bible Theology II
BTH343 Systematic Theology III
BTH454 Systematic Theology IV
BTH442 Spiritual Warfare II
BTH351 New Testament Church History
BPA333 Nature of Faith
BPA360 Ethics and Excellence
ADM311 Leadership in Ministry I
BPR333 Bible Prophecy
BTH331 The Anointing
BNT311 Pauline Epistles I
BTH460 Biblical Hermeneutics
BNT422 Pauline Epistles II
BOT444 Old Testament IV (Major Prophets)
BOT455 Old Testament V (Minor Prophets)
BTH 492 Christ Our Healer
BTH490 Blood Covenant
MIS 340 Comparative Religions
BPR455 Revelation Encounter
ELECTIVES
Graduation Requirements
Before graduating with a Bachelor of Theology, the student must satisfy the following requirements:
Complete at least 120 semester credit hours
Complete all required coursework, essays, homework, and exams for the respective degree
Have at least a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher.
A 10,000 Word Thesis on an approved subject will be presented to Triumphs Kingdom University International.
BACHELOR OF CHURCH ADMINISTRATION
Bachelor of Church Administration
Credit Hours: 120
Prerequisites: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Leadership is a great need in the church. The Bachelor of Church Administration program is a creative response to the management and administrative leadership needs of the church. The rationale of the Bachelor of Church Administration is to equip pastors, administrators and church leaders with the relevant knowledge and skills in church leadership, management, and administration. Therefore, the foundation of the course work is to produce effective and knowledgeable leaders for the church of the 21st century.
The aim of the Church Administration course is to prepare personnel to occupy higher leadership positions in the management of the church. The sequence seeks to provide a Bible-based knowledge and skills for those who desire to serve in the management and administration of the church.
Course Objectives
Students who major in the Bachelor Church Administration will be equipped with:
The ability to manage the activities and effort of the church as an administrator.
Relevant biblical and theological foundations to pursue graduate studies.
Knowledge and skills required for the efficient management of the resources of the church.
The ability to provide directions in strategic thinking and organizational initiative for the development and growth of the church.
Knowledge and skills in the deployment of the human and material resources of the Church.
The ability and techniques to manage the finances of the church based on biblical principles.
Understanding of principle marketing techniques that advance the church and the kingdom.
The ability and skills needed in the efficient management of the relationship between the Church and its environment (e.g., government, other denominations and churches, the public).
Graduation Requirements
Before graduating with a Bachelor of Church Administration, the student must satisfy the following requirements:
Complete at least 120 semester credit hours.
Complete all required coursework, essays, homework, and exams for the respective degree.
Have at least a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher.
A 10,000 Word Thesis on an approved subject will be presented to Triumphs Kingdom University
Courses To Complete Earning Your Degree
ADM100 Introduction to Church Administration
GBNT660 Corinth: The Troubled Church
ADM300 Church Administration from a Biblical Perspective
CED251 English I
GADM610 Managing the Modern Church
ADM401 Marketing for Church Administration
BPA260 Awareness of Church Government
ADM500 Financial Integrity
GBPA520 Leadership Roles and Responsibilities
ADM200 Strategic Church Administration
ELECTIVES
BACHELOR IN CHAPLAINCY
Triumphs Kingdom University Chaplaincy Program prepares you for further training and opportunities in the
Military Chaplains.
Healthcare Chaplains.
Correctional and Rehabilitation Chaplains.
Public Safety Chaplains.
Education Chaplains.
Corporate Chaplains.
Chaplains for Civic, Private, and Nongovernmental Organizations.
Bachelor in Chaplaincy Course Descriptions
This Chaplaincy lists of course descriptions for core, advanced and specialty courses offered through Triumphs Kingdom University
Core Courses
We recommend everyone start with the Core Courses, Assisting Individuals in Crisis & Group Crisis Intervention.
Assisting Individuals in Crisis
Assisting Individuals in Crisis & Group Crisis Intervention
Assisting Individuals in Crisis & Group Crisis Intervention in Colleges and Universities
Assisting Individuals in Crisis Online Course
Group Crisis Intervention
Group Crisis Intervention Online Course
Suicide Awareness: An Introduction for Crisis Responders
Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Post intervention
Understanding Suicide: Effective Tools for Prevention, Intervention and Survivor Support
Prerequisites: Basic Chaplaincy Certificate Course
Lesson 1 – Introduction to Industrial Chaplaincy
Lesson 2 – Duties of the Emergency Service Chaplain
Lesson 3 – Pastoral Confidentiality and Ethics
Lesson 4 – Dealing With Suicidal People
Lesson 5 – Death Notifications
Lesson 6 – Step 4 – Biblical Process of Change
Lesson 7 – Critical Situational Stress
Lesson 8 – Traumatic Stress Reactions and Children
Lesson 9 – Biblical Counseling Overview
Lesson 10 – Establishing Relationships
Lesson 11 – Gathering Information
Lesson 12 – Para-Linguistic Communication
Lesson 13 – Personal Data Inventory
Lesson 14 – Grief and Bereavement
Lesson 15 – Healing Conversations
Lesson 16 – Preparing For Approaching Death
Lesson 17 – Chaplain Volunteers in the Prisons
Advanced Chaplaincy Core Course
These courses build on your Chaplaincy knowledge from the Core Courses.
Advanced Assisting Individuals in Crisis
Advanced Group Crisis Intervention
Strategic Response to Crisis
Do you want to work on competency, review current information on proper use, and get updates in new skills, methods and processes? These 3-hour live faculty-led virtual sessions of scenario-based training exercises is what you need!
Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
Crisis Management Briefings (CMB) Defusing
Specialty Courses – Chaplaincy Approach: Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)
These courses provide you with specific tools and resources for any profession.
Behavioral Aspects of Integrated Community Para-medicine
Behavioral Emergencies: Survival Strategies for Emergency Services and Counselors
Best Training Practices for the CISM Instructor
Building Skills for Crisis Intervention Teams
CISM Application with Children
CISM: When Disaster Strikes: Linking Emergency Management with Stress Management
Comprehensive Crisis Preparation and Response for the Workplace
Corporate Crisis Response
Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) in the College and University Setting
Critical Incidents in Places of Worship- Providing Effective Crisis Support
De-escalation Skills for the Front Line: A Practical Approach
Emotional and Spiritual Care in Disasters
Ethics For Traumatology
From Battlefield to Street: One Uniform to Another
From Trauma to Addictions
Grief Following Trauma
Healing Ways: Group Crisis Interventions for Indigenous Peoples
Law Enforcement Perspectives for CISM Enhancement
Line of Duty Death: Preparing the Best for the Worst
Managing School Crises: From Theory to Application
Mindful Decontamination: Self-Regulating Techniques for First Responders
Pandemic, Bioterrorism, Radiation, Pollution and other Disasters of Uncertainty, a Critical Incident Stress Management Perspectives
Pastoral Crisis Intervention
Pastoral Crisis Intervention I
Pastoral Crisis Intervention II
Planning 2 Thrive (P2T): A Management Approach to Individual and Organizational Wellness
Planning to Thrive: Building A CISM Culture Through Front End Management
Psychology of Terrorism and Psychological Counter-Terrorism
Psycho-traumatology: A Cognitive Therapeutic Approach
Resilience in Healthcare: Performance, Meaning and Connection
Resilience Training: Psychological Survival Skills for Before, During & After Crises
Resilient Leadership for Emergency Services & Healthcare Professions
Responding to School Crises: A Multi-Component Crisis Intervention Approach
Spiritual and Psychological First Aid
Staff Support in the Healthcare Setting
Stress and the Responders Family CISM Skills for Family Crisis Intervention
Stress Management for the Trauma Service Provider
Survival Skills for the First Responder
TEAM: Team Evolution and Management
Techniques for Delivering Bad News for Crisis Response Personnel
Terrorism: Psychological Impact and Implications
The Secrets of Psychological Body Armor
Holistic Wellness for Emergency Services and Healthcare Professions
Thought Field Therapy
Treatment of Complex PTSD
Understanding the First Responders Cultures: For Mental Health Staff
Understanding Uniformed Services Family Stress
Workplace Violence
BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF BIBLICAL STUDIES
BACHELOR OF DIVINITY
BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN GUIDANCE, COACHING AND COUNSELING
BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN PSYCHOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY
BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF CHURCH LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE
BACHELOR OF CHRISTIAN HUMANITARIAN LEADERSHIP
MASTERS DEGREES
MASTER OF THEOLOGY
The Triumphs Kingdom University Master of Theology (ThM) degree goes beyond the standard MDiv to produce Bible expositors who are qualified to serve God effectively as pastors, missionaries, or leaders in other areas of vocational Christian ministry.
The Triumphs Kingdom University Master of Theology (ThM) offers a unique curriculum that takes ministry training of a traditional MDiv and infuses it with additional depth in Greek, Hebrew, and your chosen area of study.
THE CURRICULUM
The Master of Theology (ThM) program is composed of 120 credit hours, 91 of which are predetermined in the curriculum, with the remaining 29 credit hours devoted to a ministry emphasis based on vocational intent and interests.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5103 Old Testament History II & Poetry
BE5104 Old Testament Prophets
BE5105 The Gospels
BE5106 Acts & Pauline Epistles
BE5107 Hebrews, General Epistles, and Revelation
NT5110 New Testament Introduction
Systematic Theology
HT5101 The Church to the Modern Era
HT5102 Church in the Modern Era: Europe and America
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
ST5102 Trinitarianism
ST5103 Angelology, Anthropology, and Hamartiology
ST5104 Soteriology
ST5105 Sanctification and Ecclesiology
ST5106 Eschatology
Languages
NT5101 Elements of Greek
NT5102 Elements of Greek
NT5103 Intermediate Greek
NT5104 Introduction to New Testament Exegesis
NT5105 Exegesis of Romans
OT5101 Elements of Hebrew I
OT5102 Elements of Hebrew II
OT5103 Hebrew Exegesis and Old Testament Introduction I
OT5104 Hebrew Exegesis and Old Testament Introduction II
Ministry and Communication
BC5101 Pastoral Counseling and Ethics
EML5101 Designing and Leading Effective Ministries
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
PM5103 Expository Preaching I
PM5104 Expository Preaching II
PM5110 Capstone Preaching
MIM5101 Introduction to World Missions
General and Emphasis Courses
Electives 24 Credits
INT5130 ThM Ministry Formation Internship
RS5102 Senior Research Seminar or Thesis
SF5100 Spiritual Formation
ELECTIVES
MASTER OF CHRISTIAN COUNSELING, COACHING AND GUIDANCE
The Master of Christian Counseling integrates biblical principles with best-practices in Christian psychology for church counseling practices. This is for Christian ministry and not a secular counselling training. Triumphs Kingdom University unique counseling program integrates best-practices in Christian psychology with deep biblical and theological training enabling you to address the entire person: spirit, body, mind, soul, and strength.
THE CURRICULUM
The Triumphs Kingdom University counseling program includes coursework in that covers a variety of psychological, spiritual, emotional, and physical conditions, and integrates it with the same Bible and theology courses taken by pastors and other Christian ministry professionals.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5103 Old Testament History II & Poetry
BE5104 Old Testament Prophets
BE5105 The Gospels
BE5106 Acts & Pauline Epistles
BE5107 Hebrews, General Epistles, and Revelation
BE5109 Ruth, Psalms, Jonah, and Selected Epistles
Systematic Theology
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
ST5102 Trinitarianism
ST5103 Angelology, Anthropology, and Hamartiology
ST5104 Soteriology
ST5105 Sanctification and Ecclesiology
ST5106 Eschatology
Counseling Theory and Technique
BC5201 Theological and Psychological Foundations of Counseling
BC5210 Counseling Theory
BC5215 Normal Human Growth
BC5220 Counseling Methods & Techniques
BC5225 Abnormal Human Behavior
BC5230 Lifestyle & Career Development
BC5235 Social & Cultural Foundations
BC5240 Research Methods & Statistics
BC5245 Appraisal & Assessment Techniques
BC5250 Professional Orientation and Ethics
BC5255 Addictions and Compulsive Behaviors
BC5270 Family Systems
BC5280 Group Counseling
BC5300 Professional Skills & Ethics
BC5305 Practicum I
BC5310 Practicum II
BC5315 Practicum III
Spiritual Formation and Electives
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
Electives
MASTER IN CHAPLAINCY
Triumphs Kingdom University Chaplaincy Program prepares you for further training and opportunities in the
Military Chaplains.
Healthcare Chaplains.
Correctional and Rehabilitation Chaplains.
Public Safety Chaplains.
Education Chaplains.
Corporate Chaplains.
Chaplains for Civic, Private, and Nongovernmental Organizations.
Master in Chaplaincy Course Descriptions
The Master in Chaplaincy and Ministry Care prepares men and women to serve as chaplains in hospital, military, corporate, or campus environments and in other ministries of care. If you care deeply about people and seek to provide a combination of pastoral care, emotional and spiritual care, and practical life counseling to people outside of the church, becoming a chaplain is a great way to serve those without regular access to ministers.
THE CURRICULUM
The program includes common core of Bible and theology courses along with practical training in preaching, counseling, pastoral care, and leadership.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5103 Old Testament History II & Poetry
BE5104 Old Testament Prophets
BE5105 The Gospels
BE5106 Acts & Pauline Epistles
BE5107 Hebrews, General Epistles, and Revelation
BE5109 Ruth, Psalms, Jonah, and Selected Epistles
Systematic Theology
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
ST5102 Trinitarianism
ST5103 Angelology, Anthropology, and Hamartiology
ST5104 Soteriology
ST5105 Sanctification and Ecclesiology
ST5106 Eschatology
Chaplaincy and Counseling
BC5101 Pastoral Counseling and Ethics
BC5201 Theological and Psychological Foundations of Counseling
BC5210 Counseling Theory
BC5701 Chaplaincy Orientation and Issues
Ministry Care and Leadership
EML5615 Applied Skills for Ministry Staff or
PM5302 Worship and Pastoral Care
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
MIM5535 Theology and World Religions
PM5103 Preaching I or Approved Communication Course
Spiritual Formation and Electives
Electives 12 credits
INT5180 Internship (could be used for CPE)
SF5100 Spiritual Formation
MASTER IN CHRISTIAN EVANGELISM
The Master in Apologetics and Evangelism is for those passionate about sharing their faith and defending truth in a winsome, holistic and gracious manner.
Learn to defend and proclaim the Christian faith and come alongside those struggling with intellectual doubts. Develop practical skills in writing, presentation, and debate conducted from a posture of kindness and character.
THE CURRICULUM
The programs at Triumphs Kingdom University have a common core of Bible and theology coursework along with specific training in your preferred area of ministry.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5103 Old Testament History II & Poetry
BE5104 Old Testament Prophets
BE5105 The Gospels
BE5106 Acts & Pauline Epistles
BE5107 Hebrews, General Epistles, and Revelation
BE5109 Ruth, Psalms, Jonah, and Selected Epistles
Systematic Theology
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
ST5102 Trinitarianism
ST5103 Angelology, Anthropology, and Hamartiology
ST5104 Soteriology
ST5105 Sanctification and Ecclesiology
ST5106 Eschatology
Apologetics and Biblical Studies
ST5605 Foundations of Apologetics
ST5610 God and Evil
ST5650 Capstone Seminar in Apologetics
OT5740 Old Testament Reliability and Historicity
NT5440 New Testament Reliability and the Resurrection
Evangelism and Formation
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
ST5606 Approaches to Apologetics and Evangelism
INT5170 Ministry Formation Internship
SF5100 Spiritual Formation
Elective Options
Biblical Exegesis Electives
BE5547 A Biblical Theology of Suffering, Disability and the Church
BE5555 Messianic Prophecy
OT5210 The Old Testament in Contemporary Culture
OT5710 Knowing God through the Old Testament
NT5400 The New Testament in Contemporary Culture
NT5405 New Testament Study and the Life of Christ
NT5407 Historical Jesus
Theology Electives
ST5415 Theology and World Religions
ST5505 Theology and Society
ST5515 Theology of Ethnic Concerns
ST5520 Issues in Science and Theology
ST5525 Theology and Popular Culture
ST5535 Introduction to Political Theology
ST5600 Introduction to Logic
ST5615 Ethics
ST5620 History of Philosophy
ST5625 Philosophy of Religion
ST5630 Postmodernism
HT5218 Early Christian Apologists
HT5250 History of Gospel Preaching in America
Pastoral Electives
PM5361 Bioethics and Pastoral Care
PM5405 Theology and Apologetics in Advanced Evangelism
PM5605 Ministry in Pluralistic Context
MIM5210 Intercultural Communication
MIM5525 Spiritual Warfare
MIM5530 Cross-cultural Apologetics and Worldview Evangelism
MIM5540 Applied Biblical Contextualization
BC5498 Sexuality and Ethics
MASTER IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
The Master in Christian Education is for those serving in student, adult, children, and any other teaching or administrative ministries. If you love teaching people to grasp the life changing power of God word and seeing how the gospel can transform lives, Christian education might be right for you.
THE CURRICULUM
The TKU Master in Christian Education programs have a common core of Bible and theology coursework along with specific training in your preferred area of ministry.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5103 Old Testament History II & Poetry
BE5104 Old Testament Prophets
BE5105 The Gospels
BE5106 Acts & Pauline Epistles
BE5107 Hebrews, General Epistles, and Revelation
BE5109 Ruth, Psalms, Jonah, and Selected Epistles
Systematic Theology
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
ST5102 Trinitarianism
ST5103 Angelology, Anthropology, and Hamartiology
ST5104 Soteriology
ST5105 Sanctification and Ecclesiology
ST5106 Eschatology
Educational Ministry and Leadership
EML5101 Designing and Leading Effective Ministries
EML5105 Teaching Process and Media Presentations
EML5110 History & Philosophy of Christian Education
INT5160 MACE Ministry Formation Internship
Electives and Spiritual Formation
Electives 12 credits
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
SF5100 Spiritual Formation
MASTER IN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP STUDIES
MASTER IN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE
The Master of Christian Leadership prepares men and women for organizational leadership roles in church, para-church, missions, and marketplace contexts.
The program at TKU is designed to help men and women learn who God has uniquely gifted them to lead in whatever ministry setting they are called to serve.
THE CURRICULUM
The programs at TKU have a common core of Bible and theology coursework along with specific training in leadership skills that you can apply in your ministry context.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5103 Old Testament History II & Poetry
BE5104 Old Testament Prophets
BE5105 The Gospels
BE5106 Acts & Pauline Epistles
BE5107 Hebrews, General Epistles, and Revelation
BE5109 Ruth, Psalms, Jonah, and Selected Epistles
Systematic Theology
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
ST5102 Trinitarianism
ST5103 Angelology, Anthropology, and Hamartiology
ST5104 Soteriology
ST5105 Sanctification and Ecclesiology
ST5106 Eschatology
Vision, Communication, and Leadership
EML5101 Designing and Leading Effective Ministries
EML5105 Teaching Process and Media Presentations
EML5330 Personal and Organizational Leadership Development
EML5950 MACL Applied Research Project
INT5150 MACL Ministry Formation Internship
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
Electives and Spiritual Formation
SF5100 Spiritual Formation
Elective 9 credits
MASTER IN CHRISTIAN MEDIA AND WORSHIP
The professional Master in Media and Worship degree enhances the ministries of worship leaders, writers, and other media practitioners by providing biblical and theological insight to the arts. Join a community of men and women dedicated to the beauty of the Gospel expressed through the beauty of human creativity.
THE CURRICULUM
The programs have a common core of Bible and theology coursework along with specific training in culture formation, arts, and worship tailored to deepen your existing skills and augment them with new ones.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5103 Old Testament History II & Poetry
BE5104 Old Testament Prophets
BE5105 The Gospels
BE5106 Acts & Pauline Epistles
BE5107 Hebrews, General Epistles, and Revelation
BE5109 Ruth, Psalms, Jonah, and Selected Epistles
Systematic Theology
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
ST5102 Trinitarianism
ST5103 Angelology, Anthropology, and Hamartiology
ST5104 Soteriology
ST5105 Sanctification and Ecclesiology
ST5106 Eschatology
Creative Arts and Worship Theology
MW5101 The Art of Media and Worship
MW5102 Media Arts Apprenticeship
MW5103 A Christian View of Art
Electives and Spiritual Formation
Electives 15 credits
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
SF5100 Spiritual Formation
MASTER IN CHRISTIAN MISSIONS
The Master in Intercultural Studies and missions prepares students to faithfully fulfill their role in Gods global aim through home-context or international missions. Whether you are called to the mission field in another country or to a cross-cultural context across the street, the program can prepare you to love your neighbors well with the truth of the gospel.
THE CURRICULUM
The programs have a common core of Bible and theology coursework along with specific training in cross-cultural communication that you can apply wherever God has called you to serve.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5103 Old Testament History II & Poetry
BE5104 Old Testament Prophets
BE5105 The Gospels
BE5106 Acts & Pauline Epistles
BE5107 Hebrews, General Epistles, and Revelation
BE5109 Ruth, Psalms, Jonah, and Selected Epistles
Systematic Theology
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
ST5102 Trinitarianism
ST5103 Angelology, Anthropology, and Hamartiology
ST5104 Soteriology
ST5105 Sanctification and Ecclesiology
ST5106 Eschatology
Missiology and Intercultural Ministry
INT5140 MAIS Ministry Formation Internship
MIM5101 Missiological and Intercultural Foundations
MIM5205 Cultural Dynamics in Ministry
MIM5210 Intercultural Communication
MIM5215 Dynamics of Missionary Development
Electives and Spiritual Formation
Missiology Electives 9 credits
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
SF5100 Spiritual Formation
MASTER IN BIBLICAL EXEGESIS LINGUISTICS
The Master in Biblical Exegesis and Linguistics prepares men and women to be Bible translators for unreached people groups offered jointly with the exchange program with Israel scholars and University.
THE CURRICULUM
The program offers a complete program in Old and New Testament studies along with translation coursework.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5102 Old Testament History I
BE5104 OT Prophets
BE5315 Bible Manners and Customs
Theology and Missions
HT5200 History of Doctrine
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
MIM5540 Applied Biblical Contextualization
Languages
NT5101 Elements of Greek
NT5102 Elements of Greek
NT5103 Intermediate Greek
NT5104 Introduction to New Testament Exegesis
OT5101 Elements of Hebrew I
OT5102 Elements of Hebrew II
OT5103 Hebrew Exegesis and Old Testament Introduction I
OT5104 Hebrew Exegesis and Old Testament Introduction I
DIU Field Preparation
DIU Electives
AL5207 Field Data Management
AL5312 Discourse Analysis
AL5315 Semantics & Pragmatics
AL5316 Theory & Practice of Translation
AL5406 Field Methods & Linguistic Analysis
MASTER OF BIBLICAL SACRED THEOLOGY
Master of Biblical and Sacred Theological Studies
The MBTS is a 36-hour degree designed for working professionals and laypersons who desire to be equipped to serve in the workforce, at home, and in the church.
The MBTS degree is based on the principle that any follower of Christ will benefit from advanced training in biblical and theological studies, becoming a more effective minister of the gospel wherever they serve.
The Master of Sacred Theology (STM) provides advanced training for those who have already graduated with a standard MDiv degree or its equivalent.
The Master of Sacred Theology degree designed for those who have graduated from a standard three-year seminary program and desire an additional year of advanced studies in preparation for Christian service and advanced theological study including doctoral work.
THE CURRICULUM
The MBTS gives you an overview of the entire Biblical story, introduces key theological concepts, and lets you choose from dozens of electives based on your interests and calling.
Biblical Exposition
BE5101 Bible Study Methods and Hermeneutics
BE5201 The Story of Scripture: Genesis to Revelation or BE5505 The Kingdom & Covenants
Other BE51 Course
Theological Studies
ST5101 Theological Method and Bibliology
HT5101 The Church to the Modern Era or HT5200 History of Doctrine
Other Theology Course 3 credits
Ministry and Research
PM5101 Christian Life and Witness
Approved Communication Course
STM students can study in one of two options: the academic track or the ministry track.
Sample academic track courses include:
Hebrew Exegesis
New Testament Exegesis
History of Doctrine
History of Philosophy
Interpretive Progressive Revelation
Sample ministry track courses include:
Pastoral Theology and Leadership
Advanced Expository Preaching
Dynamics of a Christian Marriage
Theological and Psychological Foundations of Counseling
Spiritual Disciplines
Electives
Electives 12 credits
MASTER IN BIBLICAL THEOLOGY
MASTER IN CHRISTIAN STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
MASTER IN CHRISTIAN MARRIAGE COUNSELLING AND FAMILY THERAPY
NB Specific disclaimer: Please take note that the counseling programs do not meet requirements for professional licensure or certification in South Carolina, as they are not eligible for counselor licensure by the SC Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation.
Christian Counselling should not be confuse as secular.
DOCTORAL PROGRAMS
DOCTORAL DEGREE IN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP
Prepares Christians educators who are currently in or plan to pursue administrative leadership roles in Bible School of higher Theological education institutions.
REQUIREMENTS
The Program requires the TKU Masters degree or an equivalence with 36 hours of leveling work.
Admission Requirements
The program admits men and women who show evidence that the they
(1) are born again;
(2) are of proven Christian character;
(3) are endowed with appropriate spiritual gifts; and (4) adhere to the following doctrines: the authority and inerrancy of Scripture, the Trinity, the full deity and humanity of Christ, the substitutionary atonement and bodily resurrection of Christ, salvation by faith alone in Christ alone, and the physical return of Christ.
In addition, the following prerequisites apply All applicants must:
Normally have at least three years of vocational educational experience;
Give evidence of growth and competence in educational skills and leadership;
Have an academic record that demonstrates superior ability and shows promise of success in doctoral studies;
Test results from the GRE; and
Hold a Master Christian Education or its equivalent or a Master of Education (MEd) degree plus leveling courses as necessary to provide equivalence.
Courses needed to meet the TKU Masters degree equivalence requirements must cover the breadth and scope of TKU curriculum and commitment to Scripture as prescribed by the Doctoral office and the Registrar office. Courses required for equivalence may be earned at Triumphs Kingdom University, its extension sites, through external studies programs, or other accredited institutions. For more information on equivalence, please contact the Doctoral office or the Registrar office.
Applicants must supply the requisite written admission materials and must have a personal interview with members of the faculty (a portion of the allotted interview time will involve discussion of a brief writing exercise from a given prompt). Prospective students may apply for admission at any time. The deadline for summer/fall admission is March 31st. Further details on admission requirements and procedures are available from the Admissions office
Course Requirements
The program requires 48 semester hours, 39 of which are coursework (including Core, Research, Electives and Comprehensive Exams). The remaining 9 hours are dedicated to the dissertation. The program normally requires three to four years of study.
In addition to the Core, Research and Elective courses, students may choose one or two independent study courses, ED7901 Independent Study, designed in consultation with the director of the program. Course descriptions may be found in the Course Descriptions section of the catalog.
The program at Triumphs Kingdom University allows students to stay in their current place of ministry or employment and still move through the program. Courses are designed so that students who live locally may attend in person on campus or if they live elsewhere, they may attend remotely online during class. All courses are scheduled within the normal fall-spring-summer academic calendar.
All work leading to the Doctoral degree must be completed in no less than three and no more than six years from the time of matriculation. A minimal grade of B- must be received in every course credited toward graduation. This minimal grade of B- also applies to the dissertation project.
Transfer of Credit
Transfer of up to 10 hours of doctoral-level credit may be applied toward the Doctoral degree if those hours constitute equivalent work. Normally only courses taken after receiving an MA, MDiv, ThM, STM, or equivalent degree can be credited toward the Doctoral degree. Requests for transfer of credit should be sent to the director of studies. Plans to take other courses for transfer credit must be approved by the committee prior to taking the course.
Admission to Candidacy
Students may be admitted to candidacy for the degree by action of the faculty only after these requirements have been met:
(1) completion of all residency requirements leading to the degree;
(2) the satisfactory completion of a minimum of 30 semester hours of coursework;
(3) evidence of proven Christian character;
(4) effectiveness in Christian ministry; and
(5) adherence to the following doctrines: the authority and inerrancy of Scripture, the Trinity, the full deity and humanity of Christ, the spiritual lost-ness of the human race, the substitutionary atonement and bodily resurrection of Christ, salvation by faith alone in Christ alone, and the physical return of Christ.
Students applying to candidacy for the degree must also provide a written letter of reference from the local church or organization where the student is serving, endorsing the students ministry / work.
Students must be admitted to candidacy, successfully submit an accepted prospectus and successfully complete their comprehensive exams before they can register for ED7103 Dissertation.
Dissertation Requirements
The dissertation is the students major research project in the degree program. It must be related to his or her educational interests and should be designed to make a significant contribution to the professional field of education as well as to the students personal life. The length is to be appropriate for the subject as judged by the students advisors.
If the dissertation project is not completed within the first year after enrolling in ED7103, then the student will be automatically registered for ED7105 Dissertation Continuation each fall and spring term until project completion.
Details on the procedures and deadlines for the prospectus, and first and final drafts of the dissertation project are available in the Doctorates office as well as in the Triumphs Kingdom University prospectus handbook.
Graduation Requirements
Candidates for the degree must have completed 39 semester hours of coursework (including comprehensive exams) and the 9-hour dissertation project for the degree along with any other requirements that may have been assigned. The completion of minimum requirements does not automatically qualify a student for the degree. The candidate must evidence, to the satisfaction of the faculty, proven Christian character, ability, and acceptability in Christian ministry, and adherence to the doctrines stated in the previous Admission to Candidacy section.
Diplomas will not be awarded, transcripts issued, or placement assistance provided unless all financial obligations to the Triumphs Kingdom University and/or the student payment program are completed.
THE CURRICULUM
The Doctor of Christian Leadership program is composed of 48 credit hours.
Core Requirements
ED7101 Orientation
ED7210 Foundations for Faith Integration in Formal Christian Education
ED7310 Instructional and Learning Theories
ED7320 History and Philosophy of Formal Christian Education
ED7330 Administration and Leadership in Formal Christian Education
ED7340 Legal Issues
Research Requirements
ED7810 Statistics for Educational Research
ED7820 Quantitative Research
ED7830 Qualitative Research
ED7102 Research Development Capstone (Prospectus) and Comprehensive Exams
Electives
ED7750 The Adult Learner
ED7850 Writing for Academic Publishing
ED7201 Computer Tools for Biblical Exegesis
ED7375-2 Teaching in Formal Christian Education
ED7375-3 Teaching Practicum
ED7375-4 Curriculum Design
ED7375-5 Trends and Issues in Formal Christian Education
ED7901 Independent Study in Doctor of Education
Dissertation
ED7103 Dissertation 9 hours
DOCTORAL DEGREE IN BIBLICAL STUDIES
The Doctor of Biblical Studies prepares those entering the highest levels of research, seeking to become scholars and Christian educational leaders in the field. The TKU Doctor of Biblical Studies combines the highest of standards of academic scholarship with a heart for Gods Word and the theology of the church.
OVERVIEW
Students in the Doctor of Biblical Studies program may major in either the Division of Biblical Studies or the Division of Theological Studies.
Biblical Studies Major
For Biblical Studies majors, 9 hours of course work are required in divisional courses. In addition to this core curriculum, each student must take 12 hours in a concentration, either Old Testament Studies, New Testament Studies, or Bible Exposition and complete a 3-hour dissertation in their major field.
Theological Studies Major
For a major in Theological Studies, at least 22 hours must be taken in seminars offered by the Division of Theological Studies. In addition they must complete 10 hours of approved elective courses in other departments and a 3 hour dissertation.
REQUIREMENTS
Admission Requirements
Applicants must
(1) hold the Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree, Master of Theology (ThM) degree, or Master of Sacred Theology (STM);
(2) have an academic record that demonstrates superior ability;
(3) complete the Personality Inventory (arranged with the Director of Christian Counseling Services);
)4) satisfactorily pass a written examination in the field of their intended major and an oral examination of their Christian experience, scholarship, theology, achievement, and purpose; and (5) show evidence that they:
have saving faith in Christ
are of proven Christian character
are endowed with appropriate spiritual gifts
adhere to the following doctrines: the authority and inerrancy of Scripture, the Trinity, the full deity and humanity of Christ, the spiritual lost-ness of the human race, the substitutionary atonement and bodily resurrection of Christ, salvation by faith alone in Christ alone, and the physical return of Christ.
Applications for the doctoral program must be received by the Admissions office by January 1 for admission the following fall semester or by September 1 for admission the following spring semester. Supporting materials (e.g., references, transcripts, completed psychological assessment) must be received by January 15 and September 15, respectively. The completed applications are then considered for preliminary acceptance by the faculty of the appropriate academic department and by the Doctorates Studies Committee.
Depending on their prior academic preparation, students enter the program either at Stage 1 or Stage 2. Applicants entering at Stage 1 must have attained a bachelors degree (BA, BS, etc.) and the Master of Divinity degree (MDiv) or their educational equivalents. For purposes of admission to Stage 1 of the Doctor of Biblical Studies program, an MDiv degree is understood to be a minimum of three years of full-time study (approximately 90 semester hours). Applicants must have an academic record that demonstrates superior ability and shows promise of success in doctoral studies. In the absence of a masters thesis, applicants must provide a research paper previously written at the masters level that shows an acceptable level of competency in research and writing. After completing Stage 1, applicants must complete requirements for entrance into Stage 2.
Applicants entering at Stage 2, in addition to a bachelors degree, must have attained the Master of Theology degree (ThM) or Master of Sacred Theology degree (STM) or their educational equivalents. For purposes of admission to Stage 2 of the Doctoral program, the ThM or STM degree must be a minimum of one year of full-time study (approximately 30 semester hours), or in the case of Triumphs Kingdom University graduates, the ThM degree. Applicants entering at Stage 2 must give evidence either by transcript or by examination of at least two years of study in biblical Hebrew and two-and- a-half years of study in New Testament Greek. Any deficiencies in these areas must be made up without credit in the program. Applicants must have an academic record that demonstrates superior ability and shows promise of success in doctoral studies. Applicants must also present an acceptable masters thesis. In lieu of a masters thesis, Stage 2 applicants may submit a research paper previously produced for a graduate-level course. This paper should demonstrate research skill in ones academic discipline, clarity of organization, logical presentation, attention to detail, and writing ability at a level suitable for entrance to a Doctor of Biblical Studies program.
Course Requirements
Students in the Doctoral program may major in either the Division of Biblical Studies or the Division of Theological Studies. For students admitted with only the MDiv degree, the program requires two stages. Stage one consists of 26 semester hours of work at the masters level (see above) and stage two requires an additional 35 hours of doctoral work. Students with the ThM or STM degree complete only stage two of the program, or 35 semester hours of classroom work involving at least three semesters of study.
Qualifying exams for stage two assume completion of the 26 hours of stage one. However, students are eligible to take the qualifying exams for stage two during their final semester before completion of stage one and if they are making satisfactory progress on the thesis. Qualifying exams for stage two must be completed successfully before continuing in the doctoral program. Students may attempt the stage two qualifying exams a maximum of two times.
Stage two requirements for all doctoral students are as follows. For Biblical Studies majors, 9 hours of course work are required in divisional courses. In addition to this core curriculum, each student must take 12 hours in a concentration, either Old Testament Studies, New Testament Studies, or Bible Exposition and complete a 3-hour dissertation in their major field. Each student also has 11 hours of electives. For a major in Theological Studies, at least 22 hours must be taken in seminars offered by the Division of Theological Studies. In addition they must complete 10 hours of approved elective courses in other departments and a 3 hour dissertation.
Doctoral students are required to demonstrate ability to read scholarly at least one foreign languages. Information on the dates when the examinations in these languages must be taken is given in the Doctorates Handbook.
Only courses taken after receiving the prerequisite degree (MDiv, ThM or STM) can be credited toward the degree of Doctor of Biblical Studies. Normally work done in other institutions may not be credited toward stage two of the degree. A minimal grade of B- must be received in every course credited toward graduation and also on the dissertation.
STM Completion
Students who fail the qualifying exams on completion of Stage 1 of the program may choose to complete the STM degree by finishing any requirements that remain for that degree. In most cases, this will require only 6 more hours of coursework. (This assumes that students have completed the 26 hours of coursework required for Stage 1 of the program, since the STM degree requires 32 hours for completion.) The additional 6 hours should be taken in the following segments: 3 hours in Communications, 2 hours in Theological Studies (if the major is Biblical Studies) or 2 hours in Biblical Studies (if the major is Theological Studies), and 1 hour of Internship credit. Students must also have completed coursework in soteriology and eschatology in their masters program.
Students may transfer a maximum of 6 hours into the STM program, even if additional transfer was considered toward Stage 1 requirements of the program. Additional information on STM completion is available from the Advising Center.
Admission to Candidacy
Students may be admitted to candidacy for the degree by action of the faculty only after
(1) completing all residence requirements leading to the degree;
(2) passing written and oral examinations in the fields within the major;
(3) meeting foreign language requirements; and
(4) evidencing, to the satisfaction of the faculty, proven Christian character, ability, and acceptability for Christian ministry, and adherence to the following doctrines: the authority and inerrancy of Scripture, the Trinity, the full deity and humanity of Christ, the spiritual lost-ness of the human race, the substitutionary atonement and bodily resurrection of Christ, salvation by faith alone in Christ alone, and the physical return of Christ.
Students in the Doctor of Biblical Studies program also must provide a written letter of church involvement from the local church the student has regularly attended while in seminary and a reference form completed by a denomination bishop, pastor or apostolic spiritual overseer.
Dissertation Requirements
Students must register for and complete a dissertation of between 50,000 and 75,000 words on an approved subject. Details on the procedures and deadlines for the dissertation subject proposal, syllabus, first and final drafts, and oral defense are given in the Doctorates Handbook.
Graduation Requirements
Candidates in the program must have completed 61 semester hours of coursework (35 for students entering with a ThM or STM degree), including dissertation and any other requirements that may have been assigned.
The completion of minimum requirements does not automatically qualify students for the degree. They must evidence, to the satisfaction of the faculty, proven Christian character, ability and acceptability in Christian ministry, and adherence to the doctrines stated in the Admission to Candidacy section.
Diplomas will not be awarded, transcripts issued, or placement assistance provided unless all financial obligations to the TKU by the student payment program are completed.
DOCTOR OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
The Triumphs Kingdom University Doctor of Christian Ministry (DMin) provides advanced training in biblically and theologically oriented ministry to those involved in vocational ministry.
The specialized Doctor of Ministry (DMin) program provides leaders with quality training in the biblical rationale, sociological strategy, and practical implementation of ministry through group-based cohorts or individualized study.
REQUIREMENTS
Generally, you need three years of ministry experience and an MDiv or equivalent degree to begin your Doctor of Ministry (DMin).
Admissions Requirements
The Doctor of Christian Ministry program admits men and women who show evidence that they (1) are born again; (2) are of proven Christian character; (3) are endowed with appropriate spiritual gifts; and (4) adhere to the following doctrines: the authority and inerrancy of Scripture, the Trinity, the full deity and humanity of Christ, the substitutionary atonement and bodily resurrection of Christ, salvation by faith alone in Christ alone, and the physical return of Christ.
In addition, the following prerequisites apply to DMin applicants requires normally have at least three years of vocational or bi-vocational Christian ministry experience since receiving their first graduate theological degree
give evidence of growth and competence in ministerial skills and leadership
be involved in an ongoing ministry (including lay ministry) have an academic record that demonstrates superior ability and shows promise of success in doctoral studies; and hold an accredited Master of Divinity (MDiv) or Master of Theology (ThM) degree, or a Master of Arts (MA) degree plus leveling courses as necessary to provide MDiv equivalence. Prerequisite degrees and/or equivalence must include:
a minimum of 80 semester hours of credit and
three semesters of Greek and two semesters of Hebrew. (If a student has only two semesters of Greek, he or she may take ID7201 Computer Tools for Biblical Exegesis in lieu of the third semester of Greek. For selected TKU masters degrees the student needs only ID7201 Computer Tools for Biblical Exegesis in lieu of Greek and Hebrew.)
Credits needed to meet MDiv equivalence requirements must cover the breadth and scope of Triumphs Kingdom University Theological Seminary curriculum and commitment to Scripture as prescribed by the DMin Office and the Registrar Office. Courses required for MDiv equivalence may be earned at Triumphs Kingdom University or through other accredited institutions. For more information on MDiv equivalence, please contact the Doctor of Christian Ministry Office or the Registrar Office.
Applicants must supply the requisite written admission materials and must have a personal or phone interview with members of the faculty. Prospective DMin students may apply for admission at any time. The deadline for the summer session is February 15 and for the winter seminar, August 15. Further details on admission requirements and procedures are available from the Admissions Office.
Transfer of Credit
Transfer of credit for the DMin may not exceed 10 credit hours. Doctoral-level
credit completed at another accredited institution may be applied toward the DMin degree if those hours constitute equivalent work. Normally only courses taken after receiving an MA, MDiv, ThM, STM, or equivalent degree can be credited toward the DMin degree.
The training and courses completed in the Basic and Advanced Chaplaincy programs or equivalent training and courses completed as a chaplain may be transferred for up to 10 hours of credit toward a DMin degree at Triumphs Kingdom University Theological Seminary.
Requests for transfer of credit should be directed to the director of DMin studies. Plans to take other courses for transfer credit must be approved by the DMin committee prior to taking the course.
Course Requirements
The DMin program requires 27 semester hours of course work (which includes from 21 to 24 hours of prescribed and elective courses and from 3 to 6 hours of independent study courses), plus a 3-hour applied research project related to the students ministry. The program normally requires at least four years of study.
Normally, three prescribed courses must be taken by all DMin students: DM7101 The Ministry Leader, DM7102 Applied Research Project Development Seminar, and DM7103 The Applied Research Project. Some cohorts fuse the leadership and/or research components into the selected cohort. In addition, students normally complete at least one independent study course, DM7901 Independent Study. Course descriptions for these and other DMin courses may be found in the Course Descriptions section of the catalog.
All courses are six months in length, but include only one or two week residence on the main campus. During the pre-resident months, students read and interact with course material. After the course meets for the resident week, students complete an assignment that is appropriate to their ministry. Registration for summer DMin courses must be completed by March 15, and registration for winter DMin courses must be completed by September 15. Electives in the various areas of concentration are listed in the Course Description section of the catalog.
All work leading to the Doctor of Christian Ministry degree must be completed in no less than three and no more than six years from the time of matriculation. A minimal grade of B- must be received in every course credited toward graduation and also on the applied research project.
Additional information on DMin policies and procedures is given in the Doctor of Ministry Handbook.
Admission to Candidacy
Students may be admitted to candidacy for the DMin degree by action of the faculty only after these requirements have been met: (1) completion of all residence requirements leading to the degree; (2) the satisfactory completion of a minimum of 21 semester hours of coursework; (3) evidence of proven Christian character; (4) effectiveness in Christian ministry; and (5) adherence to the following doctrines: the authority and inerrancy of Scripture, the Trinity, the full deity and humanity of Christ, the substitutionary atonement and bodily resurrection of Christ, salvation by faith alone in Christ alone, and the physical return of Christ.
Students applying to candidacy for the DMin degree must also provide a written letter of reference from the local church or organization where the student is serving, endorsing the students ministry as well as a personal reference from another source.
Students must be admitted to candidacy before they can register for DM7103 The Applied Research Project. Six of the 9 hours that remain for completion of the degree can be taken concurrently with DM7103 (3 hours).
Applied Research Project Requirements
The applied research project is the students major research project in the degree program. It must be directly related to his or her ministry and must make a significant contribution to the field of professional ministry as well as to the students personal life. The project normally should deal with some aspect of communication, Church administration, nurture, Christian leadership, or Christian Biblical education. The length is to be appropriate for the subject as judged by the students advisers.
If the applied research project is not completed within the first year after enrolling in DM7103, then the student will be required to register for DM7105 Applied Research Continuation each summer and winter term until project completion.
Details on the procedures and deadlines for the topic approval, proposal, and first and final drafts of the applied research project are available in the Doctor of Ministry Office as well as in the DMin Handbook.
Graduation Requirements
Candidates for the DMin degree must have completed 27 semester hours of course work and the 3-hour applied research project along with any other requirements that may have been assigned. The completion of minimum requirements does not automatically qualify a student for the degree. The candidate must evidence to the satisfaction of the faculty proven Christian character, ability and acceptability in Christian ministry, and adherence to the following doctrines: the authority and inerrancy of Scripture, the Trinity, the full deity and humanity of Christ, the spiritual lost-ness of the human race, the substitutionary atonement and bodily resurrection of Christ, salvation by faith alone in Christ alone, and the physical return of Christ.
COHORT OPTIONS
Cohort groups move through a select part of the program together, enjoying a community experience with fellow learners and mentor scholars.
Advanced Expository Preaching (Individualized, Cohort)
This cohort-based emphasis provides advanced training in the art and discipline of expository preaching as practiced in a church context. The courses will also address leading from the pulpit, long-range sermon planning, and preaching the major biblical genres with accuracy and creativity. This cohort-based program will further provide advanced study in audience analysis, variety in sermon structures, mentoring in homiletics and preaching to the post-modern generation. Key aspects of this cohort specialty are peer group interactive learning and individual mentoring in homiletics.
Church Health, Leadership, and Multiplication (Individualized, Cohort)
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for church pastors and church planters. It focuses on an evaluation of problems, programs and/or procedures unique to church leaders through case-study methodology, with special attention given to church, leadership development and ministry multiplication.
Executive and Associate Pastors (Individualized, Cohort)
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for executive and associate pastors serving in the local church. This training specialty supports and promotes pastoral leadership development through the evaluation of problems, programs, and/or procedures unique to executive and associate church leaders. Attention is given to leadership development and case-study research methodology.
Marriage and Family Ministry (Individualized, Cohort)
This emphasis explores biblical and theological foundations, cutting edge programs, and ministry education strategies. Certification in the use of research based tools for marriage and family educators will be included. A major focus will be to design sustainable context specific Marriage and Family Ministries particularly in the church.
Ministry Leadership in International Contexts (Individualized)
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for those ministering in various international regions. This cohort focuses on pastoral and para-church leadership issues, challenges, and opportunities unique to particular global ministry contexts (e.g., Africa, Asia, South America, Brazil, Israel).
Multicultural Ministry (Individualized, Cohort)
This cohort-based emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for multicultural church leaders serving the local church and para-church organizations. This cohort program is designed to help ministry leaders through a study of the principles, leadership issues, challenges and opportunities uniquely confronting multicultural church leaders with a goal of helping students take their ministry to next level. Attention is given to leadership development and case-study research method. This cohort is hosted at the Triumphs Kingdom University Theological Seminary Satellite Center Campus.
Rural and Small-Town Pastors (Individualized, Cohort)
This emphasis provides advanced training for pastors who are ministering in town and country areas throughout the United States, Mexico and Canada. It will involve biblical, theological, and practical study to bring enhanced, contextualized training and tools for pastoral effectiveness, recognizing the unique challenges that face rural and small-town pastors.
Pastoral Senior Care and Counseling Cohort
This emphasis provides advanced equipping of pastors and chaplains for pastoral ministry to aging populations in local church and para-church organizations. This cohort will include biblical, theological and practical study to help the student design and implement effective and sustainable senior care ministries in the local church and senior living communities to meet the actual needs of senior adults and their families.
Pastors of Large Churches (Individualized, Cohort)
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for pastors serving in large churches. It is designed to support and promote pastoral leadership development through the evaluation of problems, programs and/or procedures unique to pastors of large churches. Attention is given to leadership development and case-study research method.
Spiritual Formation (Individualized, Cohort)
This cohort-based emphasis provides advanced training in Christian spiritual formation for ministry practitioners. Special attention will be given to the theology and history of Christian spirituality, personal and corporate practices of spiritual formation, and the process of providing spiritual nurture and guidance to others. This cohort-based program will further provide advanced study on such topics related to the history and practice of soul care, spiritual direction, and spiritual formation in small groups.
Women in Ministry (Individualized, Cohort)
This emphasis provides advanced training in the practice of biblically and theologically oriented ministry for women in ministry. It is designed to support and promote the complementary role of men and women in ministry.
DOCTOR OF STRATEGIC CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP
Triumphs Kingdom University Theological Seminary Doctor of Strategic Christian Ministry Leadership
The purpose of the Doctor of Strategic Christian Ministry Leadership degree program is to develop Christian leaders through doctoral level instruction, research, and practice in leadership excellence. The program is divided into three major components: Foundational Seminars, Elective Seminars, and the Ministry Project Dissertation.
Students may specialize by choosing elective seminars from one or more emphases.
Emphases are available in Associational Leadership, Apologetics, Ethics, Chaplaincy, Church Revitalization, Counseling, Expository Preaching, Leadership as well as tracks offered in Spanish.
Students graduating from a Professional Doctoral Studies program will be able to:
Draw on the resources of the classical area of theological study.
Do original field research and needs analysis.
Organize and motivate others to carry out such program plans with a high level of competence.
Move beyond routinely accepted techniques of ministry toward new dimensions, methods and outreach.
CLASS LIST DOCTORAL CORE (12 HRS)
DR00000 Doctoral Orientation (0 hrs)
DR30020 Doctoral Studies Colloquium (4 hrs)
DR30060 Integrating Christian Faith & Practice (4 hrs)
DR30090 Dissertation Seminar (4 hrs)
Standard DMin
Doctoral Core plus 12 hours from the professional doctoral curriculum. Please note, some courses may require proficiency in Biblical Languages or pre-approval by the professor.
Concentrations
APOLOGETICS
DR35090 Advanced Biblical Hermeneutics (4 hrs) in lieu of DR30060 Integrating Christian Faith & Practice (4 hrs)
DR37001 Science and Origins (4 hrs)
DR37002 World Religions (4 hrs)
DR38405 Worldview and Ethical Theory (4 hrs)
BIBLICAL COUNSELING
DR31280 The Bible and Pastoral Care (4 hrs)
DR32212 Historical and Theological Foundations of Biblical Counseling (4 hrs)
DR32220 Advanced Marriage and Family Counseling (4 hrs)
CHAPLAINCY
Transfer hours up to 12 hours
Balance of hours may be taken through 30xxx level courses
CHURCH REVITALIZATION
May be taken in any order.
DR33261 CR I: Critical Issues For Congregational Renewal (4 hrs)
DR33262 CR II: Revital & Renewal Perspectives (4 hrs)
DR33263 CR III: Contextualized Strategic Planning for Revitalization (4 hrs)
ETHICS
DR38441 Marriage & Sexuality (4 hrs)
DR38442 Bioethics (4 hrs)
DR38405 Worldview and Ethical Theory (4 hrs)
EXPOSITORY PREACHING
Select three
DR36271 Expository Preaching (4 hrs)
DR36272 Style & Application in Exp. Preaching (4 hrs)
DR36273 Doctrinal & Topical Exposition (4 hrs)
DR36220 Preaching & Ministry Practice (4 hrs)
LEADERSHIP
Select three
DR31010 Christian Leadership (4 hrs)
DR31020 Developing Christian Leaders (4 hrs)
DR31040 Leadership Issues (topic varies) (4 hrs)
DR31070 Worship Leadership (4 hrs)
DR31080 Spiritual Formation (4 hrs)
MISSIONS
DR33330 Missiology (4 hrs)
DR37305 Theology and Culture (4 hrs)
Selected Elective (from Mission/Revitalization/World Religions) (4 hrs)
SPANISH
DR31010 Christian Leadership in Hispanic Context (4 hrs)
DR31040 Leadership Issues: Hispanic (4 hrs)
DR31210 Hispanic Evangelism and Ministry Practice (4 hrs)
WORSHIP MINISTRIES
31310 A Biblical Theology of Worship, Culture, Music and the Arts: Discipline for the Musician-Theologian
31077 Worship Ministries Conference Seminar: Sing!
31075 Leading and Discipling for the Musician-Theologian
40991 Ministry Project D. Min.
DR40991 Dissertation 6 hrs
DOCTOR OF DIVINITY
DOCTOR OF APPLIED THEOLOGY
Doctor of Applied Theology
Triumphs Kingdom University offers a Doctoral degree in Applied Theology, with available emphases in Apologetics, Biblical Counseling, Biblical Spirituality, Ecclesiology, Leadership, and Missiology. The Doctorate in Applied Theology is intended primarily to equip persons for vocations of teaching and research in theological schools, colleges, and universities or for the scholarly enhancement of ministerial practice.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Students graduating from the Doctor of Applied Theology program will be able to do the following:
Master a discernible field of study in the area of applied theology.
Demonstrate advanced skill in scholarly research and evaluation.
Demonstrate advanced skill in writing and theological instruction.
Exercise the liberty to develop and defend a research dissertation in applied theology.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Greek and Hebrew are required.
Students in Applied Theology would be able to satisfy the research language requirement either by
(a) taking one of the standard research languages used in Biblical Studies or Theological Studies,
(b) demonstrating competence in a language used currently in an international ministry setting, or
(c) taking both 34200 Cultural Exegesis and Awareness [2 hrs] and 34300 Applied Statistics [2 hrs].
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the general criteria for admission to Triumphs Kingdom University Theological Seminary, applicants to Applied Theology doctoral degree programs must satisfy the following criteria:
Hold an earned (a) A Master of Divinity degree or (b) a masters degree in a theological or related discipline from an accredited institution.
Have a 3.0 grade point average or above on a 4.0 scale for all graduate-level studies.
Demonstrate foundational competency in biblical hermeneutics/interpretation, normally to be satisfied by taking a graduate-level hermeneutics.
International applicants must also submit the results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) examination. For the internet-based test (iBT), a minimum total score of 80 is required with a minimum of 20 on each of the Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing sub-sections. Other forms of the TOEFL exam are not accepted unless prior approval is obtained from the Doctoral Academic Policies Committee. Applicants not meeting all admission requirements may petition to enter the program under provisional status. For information about this process please contact the Doctoral Studies Office
DURATION
The Applied Theology Doctoral degree is a 52-hour program usually requiring four years or more of academic study.
DISTINCTIVE RESOURCES
Applied Theology students have access to community life that provides formal and informal educational experiences, religious fellowship, and opportunity for reflection upon the meaning of faith in its relation to education and research. Access to faculty advisors/mentors, possible opportunity for teaching college and online courses, and preferred access to library resources is also provided.
COURSE LIST
DOCTORAL CORE (16 HRS)
DR00000 Doctoral Orientation1 (0 hrs)
DR30020 Doctoral Studies Colloquium (4 hrs)
DR30060 Integrating Christian Faith & Practice (4 hrs)
DR34080 Teaching Principles and Methods in Higher Education (4 hrs)
DR30090 Dissertation Seminar (4 hrs)
APPLIED THEOLOGY SEMINARS (24 HRS)
See course outlines by emphasis below
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATIONS (4 HRS TOTAL)
DR39055 Comprehensive Research (1-4 hrs)
DR39060 Comprehensive Exam (1-4 hrs)
DISSERTATION2 (8 HRS TOTAL)
DR40980 Ongoing Research (1-8 hrs)
DR40990 Dissertation (0-8 hrs)
Total Credit Hours (52 hrs)
- Upon admission, the student will be enrolled in DR00000, Doctoral Orientation, for 0 credit hours.
- After meeting all the requirements, the student will be enrolled in DR40980 Dissertation Ongoing Research for 1 credit hour each semester until the dissertation is completed. When the student is ready for the dissertation defense, the student will be enrolled in DR40990 Dissertation for the remaining hours in order to receive a total of 8 credit hours.
Emphases
APOLOGETICS EMPHASIS
DR33330 Missiology (4 hrs)
DR37001 Science and Origins (4 hrs)
DR37002 World Religions (4 hrs)
DR37350 Old Testament Theology (OR)
DR37360 New Testament Theology (4 hrs)
DR37391 Philosophical Theology (4 hrs)
DR38405 Worldview and Ethical Theory (4 hrs)
BIBLICAL COUNSELING EMPHASIS
DR31280 The Bible and Pastoral Care (4 hrs)
DR32210 Biblical Counseling Theory & Practice (4 hrs)
DR32212 Historical & Theological Foundations of
Biblical Counseling (4 hrs)
DR32220 Advanced Marriage & Family Counseling (4 hrs)
DR37337 Ecclesiology (4 hrs)
Selected Elective (4hrs):
Ethics
Historical Theology
Missiology
Biblical Theology or
Systematic Theology
BIBLICAL SPIRITUALITY EMPHASIS
DR31080 Biblical Spirituality (4 hrs)
DR37337 Ecclesiology (4 hrs)
DR31280 The Bible & Pastoral Care (4 hrs)
DR31050 Biblical Foundations for Leadership (4 hrs)
Two Selected Electives (8 hrs)
ECCLESIOLOGY EMPHASIS
DR31280 The Bible and Pastoral Care (4 hrs)
DR37305 Theology and Culture (4 hrs)
DR37337 Ecclesiology (4 hrs)
Three Selected Electives (12 hrs)
LEADERSHIP EMPHASIS
DR31020 Developing Christian Leaders (4 hrs)
DR31040 Contemporary Issues in Leadership (4 hrs)
DR31050 Biblical Foundations for Leadership (4 hrs)
DR31060 Organizational Theory & Development (4 hrs)
DR31085 Change & Conflict in Leadership (4 hrs)
Selected Elective (4 hrs):
31010 Christian Leadership
34850 Educational Leadership
34892 Conference, Research, & Report
MISSIOLOGY EMPHASIS
DR33330 Missiology (4 hrs)
DR37305 Theology and Culture (4 hrs)
DR37337 Ecclesiology (4 hrs)
DR38405 Worldview and Ethical Theory (4 hrs)
Two Selected Electives (8 hrs)
33250 Church Planting Evangelism
33255 Sponsoring New Churches
33261 Critical Issues for Congregational & Personal Renewal
33262 Revitalization and Renewal Perspectives
33263 Contextualized Strategic Planning for Revitalization
33270 Global Missions Through the Church
37002 World Religions