Doctor of Theology

The Doctor of Theology at Global Reformed University is an advanced degree program designed to enhance the analytical, practical, interpersonal, and professional skills of our adult learners and provide them with superior ability for positions of leadership and ministry. Through the completion of relevant courses and thorough analysis of precedent literature and current issues and trends, students discern how to interpret and respond to contemporary theories and practices, and how to deploy their knowledge, understanding, and skills to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Project: A Th.D. student will successfully complete a Thesis or Academic Monograph. In addition to the Focus Courses, a Research Project is designed to expand the knowledge of the field in the focus area of study, and to demonstrate that the degree candidate has conducted independent scholarly analysis and implementation of research findings in a ministry context. 

Purpose: To develop ministry leaders through curriculum based on a biblical worldview. 

Learning Competencies:

  1. Learners will develop a focused program of study in a specific area.
  2. Learners will interact with the content of the chosen program through analysis, critical evaluation, and synthesis, culminating in a Dissertation.
  3. Learners will conduct independent scholarly analysis and implement research findings in ministry context.

VABU Offers the following Degrees at the Doctor of Theology level:

Spiritual Formation Core – 3 credits

  • SF 700 Spiritual Formation Elective
    • SF 700 Spiritual Formation Elective
    • SF 700 Spiritual Formation Elective

Academic Presentations – 2 Credits

  • RW 721 Academic Presentation I
    • RW 722 Academic Presentation II

QP 801 Doctoral Qualification Module – 0 Credits

ThD Stage

Research Core – 12 credits

  • EL 762 Elective Related to Focus of Study
    • EL 762 Elective Related to Focus of Study
    • EL 762 Elective Related to Focus of Study
    • EL 762 Elective Related to Focus of Study

Academic Presentations – 2 Credits

  • RW 723 Academic Presentation III
    • RW 724 Academic Presentation IV

RW 725 Writing for Christian Scholarship – 3 credits

RW 720 Prospectus Development and Hearing – 0 credits

RW 828 Academic Monograph or Thesis – 12 credits

Total 49 credits