Divinity

Overview

Generally, graduates may serve in senior leadership positions in the pastorate, missions, christian education, youth ministry, chaplaincy, evangelism, denominational settings, and social work. 

The Divinity degree at the Southern California Seminary can be completed in about three to four years by taking 9-12 units each trimester.

Objectives

• Upon successful completion of the Master of Divinity program students will be able to:

• Interpret the content of the Old and New Testaments utilizing a literal-grammatical-historical hermeneutic;

• Demonstrate a graduate-level proficiency in theological research and writing;

• Articulate and defend a robust understanding of the foundational theological doctrines of the Christian faith;

• Expound Biblical truths in a variety of settings;

• Exegete both the Hebrew text of the Old Testament and the Greek text of the New Testament;

• Exhibit advanced skills for Christian leadership and ministry within the local church; and

• Develop a missional mindset for ministry.