Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology

Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology is a Masters program taught at Adventist University of Africa, Kenya. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years full-time or 3 years part-time) options.

The Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology is a professional degree for experienced pastors involved in diverse ministerial and leadership roles within the Church. The program provides theological knowledge, pastoral skills, and biblical insights to support the objectives of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Africa.

Students engage in courses that emphasize biblical doctrines, ministry methods, and ethical responsibilities, grounded in traditional biblical Christianity. The program offers flexible study options: full-time for two years or part-time for three years. It prepares students for roles such as pastors, church leaders, and preachers.

Modules

• The Seventh-day Adventist Church Heritage
• Church Leadership and Administration
• Church Growth and Spiritual Nurture
• Christian Professional Ethics
• Health Ministry
• Gospels
• Expository Preaching
• Topics in Mission
• Biblical Exegesis
• Pentateuch
• Revelation, Inspiration, and Hermeneutics
• Contemporary Issues in Seventh-day Adventist Theology

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology at Adventist University of Africa for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Adventist University of Africa.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Adventist University of Africa as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Bachelor’s degree in Theology/Religion with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 on a 4-point scale or equivalent grade of 60%.
• Applicants with a CGPA of 2.5 to 2.99 or 55% to 59% may be accepted on probation.
• Minimum of 4 full years of experience in Pastoral/Christian ministry or related profession.
• Two recommendations: one from the local Church Board, one from previous university or employing organization.
• Demonstrate proficiency in English.

Please check detail of study units at https://aua.ac.ke/master-of-arts-in-pastoral-theology

• Pastor
• Church Leader
• Preacher