Overview

Liberty University 's Doctor of Education (EdD) in Christian Leadership - NextGen Ministry (Online) combines the training that you would receive in an online youth ministry degree with the rigorous training in education and ministry that you expect from a doctoral degree.

In this degree program, you’ll begin with a study of the biblical and theological basis for education, followed by research and specialization courses. With the unique blend of courses that you complete, you’ll be able to interact with material that can help spark ideas for your praxis project.

Courses in the NextGen ministry specialization will focus on the issues and trends in the development of ministry in both educational and ministry settings. Through applied projects and a specially developed curriculum, you can become a research-oriented professional.

Career Opportunities for Graduates of the EdD in NextGen Ministry

As a graduate of our EdD in Christian Leadership – Next Generation Ministry, you can pursue a variety of careers in both the education and ministry sectors. With the knowledge that you attain in our doctoral ministry degree, you can be better prepared for the following careers:

College professor
Discipleship pastor
Lead/youth pastor
Nonprofit executive
Youth/NextGen ministry director

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biblical & Theological Foundations of Leadership

Theological Anthropology in Leadership & Education

Character & Ethics in Leadership & Education

Leadership Models for Next Generation Ministry

Issues & Trends in Next Generation Ministry

Making Disciples for the Next Generation

Ecologies of Christian Formation

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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For online programmes, Liberty University offers multiple intakes depending on your chosen time table. To find out more information, visit the university's page.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

54 SCH

Delivered

Online

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 50 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

Other requirements

General requirements

A regionally or nationally accredited master’s degree with a 3.0 or above GPA is required for admission in good standing.

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Tuition Fee

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International

14040 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 650 USD per credit during 30 months.
National

14040 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 650 USD per credit during 30 months.
In-State

14040 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 650 USD per credit during 30 months.

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Career Opportunities for Graduates of the EdD in NextGen Ministry

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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