New
Doctor of Philosophy in Theology
Scholars preparing for university and seminary faculty positions
- Total Credits
- 72
- Courses
- 11
- Tuition
- Tuition-Free
- Delivery
- Online + Study Centers
The highest academic research degree offered by SATS, the Ph.D. in Theology prepares scholars for university and seminary faculty positions. Students undertake rigorous work in historical doctrine, biblical interpretation, philosophical theology, language requirements, and an original dissertation that advances the field.
Admission Requirements
- Master’s degree in theology or cognate field (M.Div., MATS, S.T.M., or equivalent)
- Academic writing sample of 20–30 pages
- Two letters of recommendation from qualified theological scholars
- Dissertation prospectus (3–5 pages)
- Demonstrated reading proficiency in Greek, Latin, or Hebrew
- Interview with the doctoral committee
Courses
Total: 72 credits — 11 courses
| Code | Course Title | Credits | Subject | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PHT801
|
History of Christian Doctrine I & II | 6 | Church History | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
PHT802
|
Advanced Biblical Interpretation (OT/NT) | 6 | Biblical Studies | Archbishop Randall Pike, PhD |
PHT803
|
Philosophical Theology & Metaphysics | 3 | Systematic Theology | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
PHT804
|
Modern & Postmodern Theological Movements | 3 | Systematic Theology | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
PHT805
|
Research Methods in Theological Studies | 3 | Research Methods | TBA |
PHT806
|
Language Requirement (Greek, Latin, or Hebrew) | 3 | Biblical Studies | Staff |
PHT807
|
Teaching Theology Seminar | 3 | Systematic Theology | Dr Temesgen Godebo, PhD |
PHT808
|
Comprehensive Exam Preparation | 6 | Research Methods | TBA |
PHT809
|
Dissertation Proposal Development | 3 | Research Methods | TBA |
PHT810
|
Doctoral Dissertation Research | 18 | Research Methods | TBA |
PHT811
|
Doctoral Dissertation Writing & Defense | 18 | Research Methods | TBA |
| Total | 72 credits | |||