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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Theology
THE 2010 APPLICATION
WINDOW FOR THIS DEGREE PROGRAM IS NOW CLOSED.
Application invitations are tentatively scheduled to be sent in the
spring of 2011.
Additional Admission Information
Submit Application
The
goal of the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Theology program
is
the production of a substantial research document that contributes
to the knowledge base of the Christian world. The program
provides each student with the opportunity to develop specialized
expertise in a subject of interest under the tutoring and
supervision of senior academicians.
This degree
program will train, mentor and guide the student in the production
of academic work that will be of benefit to the evangelical
community and will add to its understanding. Intentionally
based on educational models from the best European universities, the
program is not based on progressive course work, but rather on a
relationship between the student and senior tutor that stresses
independent critical thinking and research.
The relationship
between student and tutor is the critical focal point of this kind
of education. Therefore, the student is expected to make a
commitment to regular interaction with the senior tutor and other
academic experts. This degree is designed to lead the student
toward recognized expertise in thought and expression. While
only two courses are required, these courses focus on the tools
necessary for theological thinking, not on particular subject
matter. In some cases, at the suggestion of the senior tutor,
the student may be directed to additional learning outside the
specific degree program if necessary to establish expertise in a
particular subject matter.
The Ph.D. in
Theology degree program is ideal for the student who is committed to
the deepest possible understanding of a particular topic, and is
willing to accept the guidance and review needed to produce that
expertise.
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A FEW TESTIMONIES FROM CURRENT STUDENTS IN THE 2009 PIONEERING
CLASS
"I want to highly recommend the Ph.D. program to you. In my
studies thus far I have learned more about understanding the
Word than through all my previous studies combined. Today I am
able to correctly research and understand more about the Bible
than I could ever do before this program. I highly recommend
this to you if you are serious about learning exactly what the
Bible says. This degree will help you to correctly interpret
the Word of God."
Ken Smith, D.B.S., Master's International School of Divinity
Retired U.S. Army Col, DOD Contractor, Biblical Counselor and
Minister
~
"Master's Theological Research Institute program has allowed
me to forge a new level of understanding. Dr. Moen has taken
the strong foundation laid at Master's International School of
Divinity and utilized Hebraic thought to unite the Old and New
Testament challenging and developing a quantum leap in
theological thought. Such thought encourages the true academic
within to search to greater depth, while enabling them to
proclaim the truth to new heights."
Rev. Burt Wilbur, D.B.S., Master's International School of
Divinity
Southern Baptist Pastor
~
"My previous degrees from Master's were wonderful experiences,
but the European format for learning in depth was perfectly
suited to this Ph.D. degree. Dr. Moen had so much to offer us,
and held nothing back. This has been an awesome year -- being
a part of drastically changing paradigms and transformations,
and learning to respond to what our God demands of us. Thank
you MTRI. "
Donna Dozier, D.P.Th., Master's International School of
Divinity
Chaplain of Motorcycle Ministries, Author, Editor and Mentor
for Christian writers.
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The European Model Ph.D. is an
invitation-only degree program. Students who desire this
kind of academic environment and training are invited to submit an
online application. All
applications are processed through an admissions system resulting in
an actual final invitation being offered to the selected applicants.
If accepted, the student will enter into a two-year tutorial program
in preparation for the final research document (dissertation).
It is expected that the Ph.D. in Theology degree may be earned in
not less than three years, but up to five years is allowed.
The tutorial membership is limited to no more than twelve
students per year.
APPLICATION WINDOW IS
CLOSED.
General Program Completion Plan (52
units total)
PHASE
ONE
Biblical
Theology: Old and New Testaments (8 units)
(Doctor of Philosophy in Theology Component # 1 PHD-721)
Component
Purpose:
This component
will provide the Doctor of Philosophy in Theology student with a
review of specific theological considerations in the Bible.
Topics will be viewed from both an historical and contemporary
perspective. The component is not a substitute for
expertise in the content of the Bible, its structure or its
historicity. This component focuses on theological
understanding, argument and insight. Students are expected to
have a prior sufficient working knowledge of the Bible.
Component
Objectives:
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To provide the
student with an opportunity to demonstrate a knowledge of the
entire Bible as a framework for theological topics.
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To enable the
student to document an advanced understanding of the origins of
contemporary theology as they are derived from the Old Testament.
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To understand
the dependence of Old Testament thought on Hebrew language,
culture and religious practice within the context of the ancient
Near East.
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To demonstrate
a command of the connection between the Testaments.
PHASE TWO
The Relationship
Between the Testaments (8 units)
(Doctor of Philosophy in Theology Component # 2 PHD-722)
Component
Purpose:
This component
will provide the Doctor of Philosophy in Theology student with a
review of specific theological considerations governing the
relationship between the Old Testament and the New Testament.
This component focuses on theological understanding, argument and
insight. Students are expected to have a prior sufficient
working knowledge of the Bible literature. Some facility with
Hebrew and Greek is important and can be accomplished with the use
of theological dictionaries, software and lexicons.
Component
Objectives:
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To provide the
student with an opportunity to demonstrate a knowledge of the
intimate connection between the Old Testament and the New
Testament.
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To enable the
student to demonstrate an advanced understanding of the origins of
contemporary theology as they are derived from the canon.
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To exhibit the
connections between Hebrew language, culture and religious
practice and the development of New Testament thought.
IMPORTANT:
The major
Course Component of both PHD-721 & 722
is completed in a two-day colloquy of other Ph.D. students.
The colloquy dates will be scheduled at a time and place most
convenient to the majority of the other students. Students
will be given sufficient advanced notice for travel arrangements to
be made.
Approximate
2010 Dates for the
two-day colloquy of
PHD-721 ~ either September or
November.
Approximate 2011 Dates for the
two-day colloquy of
PHD-722 ~ either February or
March.
The cost of
travel, meals and lodging will be the responsibility of the student,
but there will be no additional tuition or fee charges, these being
covered by the program tuition. Please refer to the tuition
information detailed in the Program Description and Details
document. Dress for the colloquy will be casual, but
respectfully bear in mind that both men and women students may be in
attendance.
PHASE THREE
Theological
Doctorate Students Online Colloquium (16 units)
(Doctor of Philosophy in Theology Component # 3 PHD-723)
Component
Purpose:
This Doctor of Philosophy in Theology component presents the student
with an opportunity to interact with other Ph.D. candidates under
the supervision of the senior tutor, and prepares the doctoral
student for the research and writing required for the Doctor of
Philosophy in Theology dissertation (which it is expected, will take
twelve months). This Component requires participation in an
on-line chat once each month during the course of the
year during which the student is completing the dissertation.
The online colloquium will last approximately 2 hours. During
these online discussions, students will present portions of their
doctoral work for critique and review. Not every student need
present at every online session, but every student will present at
least twice during the course of the year.
Participation in the Online Colloquium
is a requirement of the degree program, and may not be undertaken
until the first two Components (PHD-721 & PHD-722) have been
successfully completed. Students may not begin dissertation
work apart from this Component.
Component
Objectives:
The on-line
colloquium is designed to assist the student with critical thinking
in the chosen area of expertise. Presentation before a group
of peers and tutors is essential to this process since this will act
as a tool to assist students in producing genuine scholarly work at
the dissertation level. The senior tutor will select which
students will present, but students may always volunteer to make a
presentation of the work for review.
From time to
time, additional articles or lecture material may be assigned to the
students who participate in the online colloquium. When these
are assigned, students will have an opportunity to discuss a common
subject during part of the colloquium.
PHASE FOUR
(FINAL PHASE)
Doctor
of Philosophy in Theology Dissertation (20 units)
(Component #
PHD-724)
Purpose:
This is the
final project for the Ph.D. student. The student will have the
opportunity to demonstrate subject matter expertise and quality
scholarship. The subject matter is at the discretion of the
student but must be approved in advance by the senior tutor.
The dissertation should be not less than 20,000 and not more than
50,000 words and must follow accepted format for scholarly material.
It must include a summary of the discussion, proper bibliography and
citations.
Once the written
work is completed, it will be submitted to an examining committee.
Upon review, the committee may arrange for an oral defense of the
dissertation. The student should be prepared to present
arguments germane to any portion or concept presented in the written
material. The committee will then rule according to the
following:
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The
dissertation is accepted without revision
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The
dissertation is accepted but requires revision at specific points
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The
dissertation is unacceptable
Objective:
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To
provide the student with an opportunity to produce a dissertation
acceptable for publication.
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To
enable the student to formulate in writing, the concepts, ideas,
and conclusions of his or her thinking concerning a theological
position relating to a relevant area of biblical thought.
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To
encourage the student to utilize the knowledge gained in the
course of the doctoral program toward the formation of an
intelligent and comprehensive writing project which accurately
reflects the student’s conclusions and beliefs in a selected area
of biblical thought.
Tuition and Fee Payment Schedule
Total tuition is $6,000 ($115.39 per unit). There are no
other fees except the $200 graduation fee which is not paid until near the completion of the program,
and the dissertation binding fee ($35 - $50 per copy) which is not
due until the submission of the approved final draft. Tuition
payments schedules are as follows:
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$750
to be paid within 30 days of notification of acceptance.
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The
remaining tuition balance of $5,250 is to be paid in monthly
installments of $145.83 due not later than the 21st of each month
beginning the month following the payment of the initial $750
tuition installment.
Tuition payments cannot be paid in advance of the
above schedule. There are no tuition scholarships, discount
grants or other payment options for this program. Due to the
unique pricing structure of this degree program, there are no
tuition refund provisions. Note: The monthly payments are
scheduled interest free, but a late fee of 1% of the unpaid tuition
balance may be charged monthly for payments more than 30 days late.
Additional Admission Information.
Submit Application.
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