Doctor of Ministry at Adventist University (AUA)

• Theology and Religious Studies

1. Have a Master’s degree in Ministry or Theology, with a minimum GPA of 3.33
2. Have a minimum of 84 credit hours of Religion/Theology at the undergraduate level. A Master’s degree in theology/religion/Ministry or MA in Religious Studies (or its equivalent) in the area of interest, MA in Mission (or its equivalent) or MDiv (or its equivalent) for entry into the DMin. Applicant’s related Master’s degrees may be required to take appropriate number of prerequisites as shall be determined by the Seminary Admissions Committee.
3. Be active in professional ministry for at least four years (limited exceptions could be considered) and demonstrate aptitude and commitment for the gospel ministry
4. Be ordained or commissioned to the gospel ministry (limited exceptions could be considered)
5. Provide satisfactory recommendations from the current field/conference administrator or direct supervisor, a pastoral colleague, and a local elder (a total of three recommendations from specific individuals is required)
6. Submit a paper (2-4 pages) that provides an applicant’s philosophy of ministry and objectives in seeking the degree
7. Have successfully completed a course equivalent to GSEM 607 Documentary Research and Writing. Applicants are to submit their Master’s Thesis/Project or its equivalent. Those applicants who did not do a Thesis/Project on a Master’s level must submit a major paper (approximately 50 pages) showing applicant’s research competencies.
8. Must demonstrate proficiency in English.

Adventist University of Africa (AUA) is open to all qualified applicants irrespective of colour, race, ethnic identity, religion, gender, or national origin. Potential students may apply to any of the current programs at any time and are admitted subject to fulfilling all admission requirements.

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Telephone: (+254) 733 333 451/2
Email: admissions@aua.ac.ke
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