CURRICULUM – DIPLOMA OF THEOLOGY (D.TH) PROGRAM
Jefferson Theological Seminary
Diploma in Theology (D.Th) Curriculum
Duration: 1 Year (Following the Certificate in Theology)
Credits Required: 36–40 Credit Hours
Mode of Study: On-campus / Online / Hybrid
Semester 1 (18–20 Credit Hours)
| Year/Semester | Credits | Course Title |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 3 | Biblical Theology II – Study of major theological themes in the Old and New Testaments. |
| Semester 1 | 3 | Systematic Theology I – Christology, Soteriology, and Ecclesiology. |
| Semester 1 | 3 | Church History II – Reformation to modern church movements. |
| Semester 1 | 3 | Hermeneutics & Biblical Interpretation – Principles and methods of interpreting Scripture. |
| Semester 1 | 3 | Homiletics I (Preaching & Teaching) – Developing and delivering biblical sermons. |
| Semester 1 | 3–4 | Greek or Hebrew Basics (Elective Option) – Introduction to biblical languages. |
Semester 2 (18–20 Credit Hours)
| Year/Semester | Credits | Course Title |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 3 | Systematic Theology II – Pneumatology, Eschatology, and Theological Ethics. |
| Semester 2 | 3 | Pastoral Theology & Ministry – Leadership, counseling, and pastoral care. |
| Semester 2 | 3 | Missiology & Evangelism – Biblical foundations and strategies for missions. |
| Semester 2 | 3 | Homiletics II (Advanced Preaching) – Expository preaching and sermon application. |
| Semester 2 | 3 | Ethics & Christian Living – Moral and ethical issues in a biblical framework. |
| Semester 2 | 3 | Christian Apologetics (Elective Option) – Defending the faith in contemporary culture. |
Capstone Requirement
| Year/Semester | Credits | Course Title |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 3–4 | Practical Ministry Internship – Supervised ministry work in a local church or mission field. |
Total Credit Hours: 36–40
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