Academics
Certificate in Christian Studies
Program Overview
A one-year program designed to help Christian men and women grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. This certificate offers students a rich and focused immersion in the study of Scripture and Christian theology.
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Format: In-Person/Online
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*One-year if completed as a full-time student. Students may opt to complete the program over 2-3 years on a part-time basis.
28
Credit
Hours
1-2
Years to Complete
At a Glance:
General Studies: 2 Hours
Exegetical Theology: 9 Hours
Historical Theology: 3 Hours
Systematic Theology: 3 Hours
Practical Theology: 2 Hours
Electives: 9 Hours​
Program Requirements​
General Studies (2 Credits)
GS111 Introduction to Theological Education (2)
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Exegetical Theology (9 Credits)
ET111 Biblical Hermeneutics (3)
ET121 Old Testament Introduction (3)
ET131 New Testament Introduction (3)
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Historical Theology (3 Credits)
HT101 Church History Overview (3)
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Systematic Theology (3 Credits)
ST211 Symbolics (3)
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Practical Theology (2 Credits)
PT151 Biblical Spirituality (2)
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General Electives (9 Credits)
Electives (9)
Diploma of Theological Studies
Program Overview
A program of study designed to furnish students with a robust understanding of Christian theology. This diploma provides a general overview of exegetical theology and specialized in systematic and historical theology.
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Format: In-Person/Online​
46
Credit
Hours
3-4
Years to Complete
At a Glance:
General Studies: 2 Hours
Exegetical Theology: 12 Hours
Historical Theology: 6 Hours
Systematic Theology: 9 Hours
Practical Theology: 2 Hours
Electives: 15 Hours​
Program Requirements​
General Studies (2 Credits)
GS111 Introduction to Theological Education (2)
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Exegetical Theology (12 Credits)
ET111 Biblical Hermeneutics (3)
ET121 Old Testament Introduction (3)
ET131 New Testament Introduction (3)
BT111 Biblical Theology (3)
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Historical Theology (6 Credits)
HT111 Historical Theology I (3)
HT112 Historical Theology II (3)
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Systematic Theology (9 Credits)
ST211 Symbolics (3)
ST111 Systematic Theology I (3)
ST112 Systematic Theology II (3)
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Practical Theology (2 Credits)
PT151 Biblical Spirituality (2)
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Electives (15 Credits)
Electives (12)
Theology Electives (3)
Diploma of Biblical Studies
Program Overview
A program of study designed to teach students how to interpret and apply Scripture. This diploma provides an overview of theology and specializes in exegetical theology. Emphasis is placed on studying the Bible in the original languages.
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Format: In-Person/Online​
46
Credit
Hours
3-4
Years to Complete
At a Glance:
General Studies: 2 Hours
Exegetical Theology: 24 Hours
Historical Theology: 3 Hours
Systematic Theology: 3 Hours
Practical Theology: 2 Hours
Electives: 12 Hours​
Program Requirements​
General Studies (2 Credits)
GS111 Introduction to Theological Education (2)
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Exegetical Theology (24 Credits)
ET111 Biblical Hermeneutics (3)
ET121 Old Testament Introduction (3)
ET131 New Testament Introduction (3)
BT111 Biblical Theology (3)
ET211 Elementary Greek I (3)
ET212 Elementary Greek II (3)
ET311 Elementary Hebrew I (3)
ET312 Elementary Hebrew II (3)
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Historical Theology (3 Credits)
HT101 Church History Overview (3 Credits)
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Systematic Theology (3 Credits)
ST211 Symbolics (3)
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Practical Theology (2 Credits)
PT151 Biblical Spirituality (2)
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General Electives (12 Credits)
Electives (12)
Diploma of Divinity
Program Overview
The Diploma of Divinity is an academically rigorous program of study designed to equip men for the demands of pastoral ministry. Students will gain a greater mastery of the biblical text while developing a robust understanding of systematic, historical, and practical theology. This is integrated with a pastoral residency, combining theological depth with hands-on learning under the supervision of experienced pastors.
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Format: In-Person/Online​
68
Credit
Hours
4-6
Years to Complete
At a Glance:
General Studies: 2 Hours
Exegetical Theology: 24 Hours
Historical Theology: 6 Hours
Systematic Theology: 9 Hours
Practical Theology: 18 Hours
Electives: 9 Hours​
Program Requirements​
General Studies (2 Credits)
GS111 Introduction to Theological Education (2)
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Exegetical Theology (24 Credits)
ET111 Biblical Hermeneutics (3)
ET121 Old Testament Introduction (3)
ET131 New Testament Introduction (3)
BT111 Biblical Theology (3)
ET211 Elementary Greek I (3)
ET212 Elementary Greek II (3)
ET311 Elementary Hebrew I (3)
ET312 Elementary Hebrew II (3)
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Historical Theology (6 Credits)
HT111 Historical Theology I (3)
HT112 Historical Theology II (3)
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Systematic Theology (9 Credits)
ST211 Symbolics (3)
ST111 Systematic Theology I (3)
ST112 Systematic Theology II (3)
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Practical Theology (18 Credits)
PT111 Pastoral Theology I (2)
PT112 Pastoral Theology II (2)
PT121 Preaching I (2)
PT122 Preaching II (2)
PT131 Biblical Counselling (2)
PT151 Biblical Spirituality (2)
PT211 Pastoral Residency I (3)
PT212 Pastoral Residency I (3)
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General Electives (9 Credits)
Electives (9)
Graduation Requirements
To be eligible for graduation from Grace Theological Institute, students must satisfy all of the following requirements:
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General Requirements
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Successfully complete all credit hours required for their program.
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Achieve a minimum overall program average of 75%.
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Maintain active membership in a faithful local church throughout their program of study.
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Student Forum Participation
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Attend the minimum number of required student forums, based on the total credit hours in their program:
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Fewer than 30 credit hours: 3 forums
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30–50 credit hours: 5 forums
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More than 50 credit hours: 6 forums
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Live Modular Classes
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Attend the minimum number of required live modular classes (in person), based on the total credit hours in their program:
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Fewer than 30 credit hours: 2 live modular classes
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30–50 credit hours: 3 live modular classes
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More than 50 credit hours: 4 live modular classes
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This requirement may be waived or adjusted for distance students. This arrangement must be approved in advance.
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Live Class Completion
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Complete at least 60% of all program courses as live classes, whether in person or online.
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Application for Graduation
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Submit a completed Application for Graduation by the required deadline.
Students are responsible for monitoring their progress and ensuring that all graduation requirements, including Student Forum attendance and live modular class participation, have been fulfilled prior to program completion.
