Graduate Programs

Ph.D. in INTERCULTURAL STUDIES

The Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies (Ph.D. in ICS) program is to provide academic training for the integration of research in mission and Christian service particularly aiming to equip Christian scholars who will do missions in the Philippines, Asia, and beyond. The program will implement effective methods in academic research, and consolidate observations, classification, and analysis in order to produce quality research. The program integrates debate, dialogue, and participation in international academic research in the fields of the mission.

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DOCTOR OF MINISTRY IN THE REFORMED TRADITION (DMin-RT)

A graduate level program designed to provide excellent Christian Leadership and today in the reformed and evangelical context.

MASTER OF DIVINITY IN BIBLICAL STUDIES (M. DIV. – BS)

A degree program for students who hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and aspires to enter and/or lead the ministry of the church and/or to teach in a theological institution. Graduates will be equipped with deep and comprehensive understanding of the whole Scripture and prepared for further study in Biblical Interpretation and Theology. Normally, three (3) years of academic study is required to complete the program. A maximum of six (6) years is allowed for completion.

MASTER OF DIVINITY IN PASTORAL STUDIES (M. DIV. – PS)

A degree program for students who hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and desires to enter and/or excel in the pastoral ministry. This program also qualifies graduates to teach in a theological institution and prepares them for further study in Doctrine and Ministry. Normally, three (3) years of academic study is required to complete the program. A maximum of six (6) years is allowed for completion.

MASTER OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL COUNSELING (M.A.B.C.)

A degree program for students who hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and intend to focus on the ministry of Counseling. This degree program endeavors to prepare pastors and church leaders for the ministry of Biblical soul care. Graduates of this program will be equipped to establish church-based or parachurch-based biblical counseling ministry and training. This program is offered in modular form and can be completed in three (3) years.

MASTER OF ARTS IN BIBLICAL EXPOSITION (MABE)

This program has been intentionally and strategically created in such a way as to provide preachers and teachers with the necessary abilities not only to do expository preaching and teaching but also to train and mentor others to become expository preachers and teachers that focus their ministry in the proper interpretation and communication of God’s Word.

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MASTER OF DIVINITY IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (M. DIV. – CE)

A degree program for students who hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and intend to serve in the field of Christian Education. This equips graduates for leadership in church and para-church educational ministries for all age levels. This program qualifies graduates to teach in theological and educational institutions and prepares them for further studies in various fields of education. Normally, three (3) years of academic study is required to complete the program. A maximum of six (6) years is allowed for completion.

MASTER OF DIVINITY IN BIBLICAL COUNSELING (M. DIV. – BC)

A degree program for students who hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and intend to serve in the field of Christian Education. This equips graduates for leadership in church and para-church educational ministries for all age levels. This program qualifies graduates to teach in theological and educational institutions and prepares them for further studies in various fields of education. Normally, three (3) years of academic study is required to complete the program. A maximum of six (6) years is allowed for completion.

MASTER OF ARTS IN INTER-CULTURAL STUDIES (M.A.I.C.S.)

This degree program is designed to meet the need of missionaries and international church and mission leaders for mid-career training. The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution and had at least two years in church ministry or cross-cultural ministry.

MASTER OF ARTS IN MINISTRY (M.A.M.)

This degree program is designed for students who hold bachelor’s degree or its equivalent, particularly those who graduated from other Theological institutions, Bible schools, and desires to serve the church on a full time basis. Normally two (2) years of study is required for completion of this degree.

Undergraduate Programs

Theology

BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY (B.TH.)

This is designed for the student who plans to enter a full-time church ministry. The candidate must have completed the required 60 or more units of credits from an approved college or university. At least three (3) years of academic study is required to complete this degree.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN THEOLOGY (A.B.TH.)

A degree program designed for the student who graduated from high school and seeks to receive general education offered by other CHED approved colleges and preliminary biblical and theological education for master level studies.  Normally, the program may be completed in four (4) years. A maximum of eight (8) years is allowed for completion.

EDUCATION

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION (B.S.C.ED.)

A four-year degree program for the student who graduated from high school and seeks to be equipped with sound foundation in Christian Education. It is designed to develop, equip, and produce competent and productive Christian Educators for church ministry and mainstream education, focused on Values Formation. Graduates of this program are allowed to take the Secondary Level Licensure Exam for Teachers (LET) with Values Education as their major.

BACHELOR OF ELEMENTARY EDUCATION – CONTENT (B.E.ED. – CONTENT)

A four-year degree program for the students who graduated from high school and seek to be equipped as elementary school teachers who can teach across the different learning areas in grade school. Graduates of this program are allowed to take the Elementary Level Licensure Exam for Teachers (LET).

Special Studies

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (A.D.T.S.)

This program is designed for students who have undertaken a foundational course in college or seminary and wish to do a one year advanced study in theological studies. This is also designed for those who plan to have a full year sabbatical leave from their job or ministry for the purpose of advanced theological studies. This program requires at least thirty (30) unit-courses.

CERTIFICATE OF SPECIAL STUDY (C.S.S.)

This study is especially designed for students who graduated from other Bible colleges or seminaries and wish to be ordained in the Presbyterian Church of the Philippines (PCP). The program is designed to equip the students with an emphasis on meeting the various needs of the ministry through the Reformed Faith. A person who applies for Certificate of Special Study (CSS) is required to complete at least twenty four (24) unit-courses prescribed by the Presbyterian Church of the Philippines (PCP).

LEADERSHIP TRAINING COURSE (LTC), WITH LLTI

PTS-CAS offers a special program on Leadership Training Course (LTC) through its Lay Leaders Training Institute (LLTI) in partnership with the Presbyterian Church of the Philippines (PCP) and other denominations. This program is designed for the training of lay leaders especially elders and deacons and other church workers. This program requires at least twenty-four (24) unit-courses.