Doctor Of Ministry Studies (DMinStuds)

The Doctor of Ministry Studies is a professional research doctorate dealing with significant contemporary issues in the practice of ministry. The primary focus of the degree is a research project grounded in the context and experience of ministry. The Supervised Research Project provides significant opportunities for candidates to develop theological and sociological analyses of church and ministry in a particular setting.

Entry Requirements

1. Master of Ministry, Master of Theology, Doctor of Theology,
2. Minimum of six years practice of ministry

Structure

Qualifying component (varies according to entry awards)

• MMin graduates: two (2) units at Level 4.
• MTheol and DTheol graduates: one (1) collegium group, and one ministry studies residential school.
• All candidates: a comprehensive assessment of 5,000 words.

Coursework and Research preparation

• Two (2) units at doctoral level
• participation in a doctoral research seminar
• a unit on research methodology (if appropriate)
• development and approval of a proposal for a supervised research project.

Supervised Research Project

• SRP of 50,000 words AND
• oral defence of 60 minutes.

Normal Duration

2 ½ — 6 years