Overview

Learn to write, publish, and engage with higher academic research as you equip yourself to teach and defend the Christian faith with this Theological Studies programme at Liberty University . You will explore topics such as the resurrection, the theology of the gospel, systemic theology, ethics, and learn how to integrate theology into your ministry.

Classes are taught by professors who are widely published in their area of expertise and who are dedicated to their biblical worldview. Take opportunities to join faculty in professional research, as you form relationships and gain experience.

Areas of Focus

Apologetics – Gain an overview of key issues in apologetics and study evidence and arguments for the existence of God.
Biblical Theology – Examine key theological themes and explore historical and current issues in biblical theology in both the Old and New Testaments.
Christian Thought – Explore current issues in historical, systematic, and philosophical theology as well as contemporary conversations in theological studies.
Public Theology – Study the intersection of Christianity and topics such as politics, ethics, and current events as you learn how to engage with public issues from a Christian perspective.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Seminar in Theological Method
Resurrection & Miracles
Historical Development of Christian Thought
Theology of the Gospel
Christology in Contemporary Theological Perspective
Christianity and Politics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 66 months

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Language

English

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Credits

57 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lynchburg, United States

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies View 97 other PhDs in Theology and Religious Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Admission application
Official college transcripts showing a Master of Divinity or Master of Biblical Studies degree (minimum 3.0 GPA)
Language requirements: 12 hours of graduate Greek with a B or higher; 9 hours of graduate Hebrew with a B or higher
Contact information for 3 approved recommenders (2 academic contacts from graduate degree faculty and 1 pastoral contact)
Professional vita/résumé (including degrees earned, ministry and/or teaching experience, and career goals)
Letter of Intent: 300 word minimum, specifying purpose and goals for entering the PhD programme
Doctrinal Questionnaire
Writing sample from master’s degree or recent research (10-12 pages)
Department/faculty review

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Tuition Fees

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2750 USD / module

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2750 USD / module

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2750 USD / module

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Living costs

Lynchburg

United States

942 - 1540 USD / month

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