The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is a professional degree designed to equip students for vocational Christian service. It is the degree typically required of those seeking ordination in Christian ministry. The program is designed with both balance and breadth in mind-students receive a solid and well-balanced foundation in biblical and theological studies as well as an opportunity to develop specific areas of ministry.

Anticipated Outcomes

M.Div. graduates will be able to demonstrate:

1)      A clear understanding of their gifts and calling to ministry.

2)      A growing knowledge and commitment to Scripture.

3)      A sound theology of ministry.

4)      A commitment to the church.

5)      A competence to preach, teach, administer, counsel, and lead in a way that honours Christ and equips, enables, and serves a local group of believers.

6)      An awareness of the cultural context for the practice of ministry.

7)      A compassionate concern to impact people with the gospel of Christ.

Graduation Requirements

• Complete the 90 credit hour program of studies as outlined
• Achieve a minimum of a 2.50 cumulative grade point average on a 4.00 scale
• Complete at least 30 hours of this program through Briercrest
• Successfully complete an oral comprehensive examination
• Receive the recommendation of the seminary faculty
• Complete all program requirements within nine years after beginning studies
• Meet all financial obligations to the seminary
• Fulfill all academic and financial requirements

Degree Requirements

(90 credit hours)

Core

(15 credit hours)

Bible/Theology/History

(27 credit hours)

Christian Ministry

(21 credit hours)

Research

(6 credit hours)

Electives

(21 credit hours)

*English Bible, Leadership and Management, Marriage and Family Counselling, Theology/History, Youth and Family Ministry, Worship

Program Coordinator:
Steven Elich, D.Min.