- Biblical Studies: In-depth study of the Old and New Testaments, including textual criticism, interpretation, and theological analysis.
- Historical Theology: Examination of the development of Christian thought and doctrine throughout history, including patristics, medieval, reformation, and modern theology.
- Systematic Theology: Study of the central doctrines of Christian faith, such as the nature of God, Christology, and soteriology.
- Ethics: Analysis of moral principles and their application to contemporary issues, including bioethics, social justice, and political ethics.
- World Religions: Comparative study of major religious traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, and Judaism, and their interaction with Christianity.
Elective Courses:
Depending on the specific focus of the doctoral program, students may also take elective courses in areas such as:
- Liturgy and Sacraments
- Church History
- Theology and Literature
- Theology and Culture
- Theology and Science
- Intercultural Theology
- Feminist Theology
- Postcolonial Theology
- Liberation Theology
- Ecumenical Theology
- Religion and the Arts
- Spirituality and Mysticism
- Theology and Ministry
- Hermeneutics
Research and Dissertation:
In addition to coursework, doctoral candidates are required to conduct original research and write a dissertation that makes a significant contribution to theological scholarship. The dissertation topic must be approved by the dissertation committee and the dissertation itself must be successfully defended in a public oral examination.