PROGRAMS OF INSTRUCTION

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THEOLOGY

Levels Graduate Diploma | Master of Arts | Master of Divinity

At ATS, we value a theology that is both biblical and contextual. We seek to develop Asian theologians who will address the Word and the world from an Asian perspective.

Resident Faculty
Dr. Adonis Abelard O. Gorospe (Chair)
Prof. Lorenzo C. Bautista
Dr. George N. Capaque
Dr. Timoteo D. Gener

Adjunct Faculty
Dr. Charles R. Ringma

• Graduate Diploma in Theological Studies (G.Dip.TS)

The Graduate Diploma in Theological Studies is a one-year non-degree program of study
whose aim is to provide a basic introduction to theological studies. This program is
intended for students who have no plans to pursue a career in theological reflection,
education or writing but who do desire personal enrichment and training in the art and skill
of theological reflection for use in their personal ministry. Those who complete the
program will be able to:

1. exegete the Bible according to sound hermeneutical principles, aided by the insight of Christian tradition, and in accordance with the highest standards of academic scholarship.
2. do local theology by applying one’s own exegesis of the Bible to one’s own historical context in such a way that holistic transformation is effected within one’s own social, political, and cultural spheres of influence.
3. consistently model the disciplined and practical exercise of an internally formed biblical holiness.

All who take the program are required to complete 30 units of course work, including
Research and Writing, and participate in at least one Care Group session.

ONE-YEAR PROGRAM (10 Courses = 30 Units)

• MASTER OF ARTS IN THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (M.A.T.S.)

The Master of Arts in Theological Studies is an academic program whose aim is to train all who are either engaged in, or desire to be engaged in, theological education, reflection and writing. The program is also open to all who plan to do postgraduate work in the field of theology. The program allows the student to concentrate study in any one of three particular fields: theological reflection, theological education and theological writing. Those who complete the program will be able to:

1. Exegete the Bible according to sound hermeneutical principles, aided by the insights of Christian tradition, and in accordance with the highest standards of academic scholarship.
2. Do local theology by applying one's own exegesis of the Bible to one's own historical context, in such a way that holistic transformation is effected within one's own social, political and cultural spheres of influence.
3. Consistently model the disciplined and practical exercise of an internally formed biblical holiness.
4. Communicate the Christian faith through teaching and writing.

Consult the Theology Department for specific M.A.T.S. course requirements.

TWO -YEAR PROGRAM (20 Courses = 60 Units)

• Master of Divinity in Theology (M.Div.T)

The Master of Divinity in Theology is a three-year masteral program whose aim is the holistic development of pastor-theologians, emphasizing the balanced training of head (academic scholarship), heart (spirituality) and hand (ministry skills, contextualization and especially the ability to communicate the truths of the Christian faith through writing). Those who graduate from the study program will be able to:

1. exegete the Bible according to sound hermeneutical principles, aided by the insights of Christian tradition, and in accordance with the highest standards of academic scholarship.
2. do local theology by applying one’s own exegesis of the Bible to one’s own historical context in such a way that holistic transformation is effected within one’s own social, political, and cultural spheres of influence.
3. consistently model the disciplined and practical exercise of an internally formed biblical holiness.
4. shepherd the flock of God through the effective use of God-given spiritual gifts and seminary-honed ministry skills.
5. communicate the Christian faith through the faithful exercise of preaching and writing.

Though the study program is primarily designed to equip students for pastoral ministry, it also provides excellent preparation for those intending to pursue higher theological education or to engage in a vocation involving theological education, reflection and writing.

THREE-YEAR PROGRAM (30 Courses = 90 Units)