CGLD Global School of Open Learning
Master of Arts in Christian Studies
Programme Description:
This is a 64 credits post graduate program offered in both traditional distance learning and blended eLearning modes conveniently structured to enable working professionals, pastors and others to pursue easily.
The entire program could be completed in 3 to five years.
The MACS blends academic study, mentored learning and practical internship experience in a comprehensive program that will prepare you for Christian leadership in its various forms. The program is offered in two levels of six modules each. The program takes anywhere between three to five years.
The degree could be pursued with specialization by choosing the relevant elective courses in the area of Bible studies, Christian ministry, and inter-cultural studies.
Entry Requirements:
§ Must be 21 years of age or above.
§ Reasonable proficiency in English.
§ Graduate in any discipline from a recognized university.
§ A desire and passion to serve the Lord in part-time or full-time
Apply for Admission:
Financial Information:
Application Fee : Rs. 500.00
Registration Fee : Rs. 500.00
Tuition Fee
Print Mode
Per Credit Hour: Rs. 800.00
Per Course (3 credits): Rs. 2400.00
Per Module: Rs. 4800.00
eLearning Mode
Per Credit Hour: Rs. 1500:00
Per Course (3 Credits): Rs. 4500.00
Master of Arts Curriculum:
| Level I: Foundational Level | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sl.No. | Course Code | Name of the Course | Credit Hours |
| Induction Seminar | DG510 | Face2Face | 1 |
| Research & Study Methods | |||
| Module 1 | DY531 | Evangelism Today | 3 |
| DH531 | Pentecostal Movement | 3 | |
| Module 2 | DO532 | Bible Survey – I | 3 |
| DN532 | Bible Survey – II | 3 | |
| Module 3 | DN533 | Synoptic Gospels | 3 |
| DB533 | Hermeneutics | 3 | |
| Module 4 | DH534 | Church History – I | 3 |
| DY534 | Homiletics | 3 | |
| Module 5 | DT535 | Theology – I | 3 |
| DH535 | Church History – II | 3 | |
| Module 6 | DY516 | Spiritual Formation – I | 1 |
| Elective – 1 | 2 | ||
| Level 1 Total Credits | 34 | ||
| Level 1: Intermediate Level | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sl.No. | Course Code | Name of the Course | Credit Hours |
| Module 1 | DH531 | Pentecostal Movement | 3 |
| DB533 | Hermeneutics | 3 | |
| Module 2 | DR633 | Major World Religions | 3 |
| DN632 | Pauline Epistles | 3 | |
| Module 3 | DN634 | Johannine Writings | 3 |
| DO631 | Prophetic Books | 3 | |
| Module 4 | DY633 | Christian Counseling | 3 |
| DT535 | Theology – I | 3 | |
| Module 5 | DO732 | Hebrew Poetry & Wisdom Literature | 3 |
| DR731 | Contemporary Religious and Secular Movts. | 3 | |
| Module 6 | DY516 | Spiritual Formation – I | 1 |
| Elective – 1 | 2 | ||
| Level 1 Total Credits | 34 | ||
| Elective Courses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sl.No. | Course Code | Name of the Elective | Credit Hours |
| 1 | DMH3A | Indian Church History | 3 |
| 2 | DMY2B | Foundation for Christian Ministry | 2 |
| 3 | DMY2C | Family & Marriage | 2 |
| 4 | DMR2D | Approach to Islam | 2 |
| 5 | DMY2E | Work of the Pastor | 2 |
| 6 | DMN2F | Corinthian Letter | 2 |
| 7 | DMM2G | Mission in the North East | 2 |
| 8 | DMM2H | Bible and Missions | 2 |
| 9 | DMM2I | Christian Response to Suffering | 2 |
| 10 | DMO2J | Pentateuch | 2 |
| 11 | DMM2K | Cell Groups & House Church | 2 |
| 12 | DMM2L | Apologetics | 2 |
| Seminars | |||
| Sl.No. | Seminar Code | Name of the Seminar | Credit Hours |
| 1 | GSN10 | Lead like Jesus | 1 |
| 2 | GSM11 | Ministerial Health | 1 |
| 3 | GSY12 | Trends in Preaching | 1 |
| 4 | GST13 | Holy Spirit Signs & Wonders | 1 |
| 5 | GSR14 | Christian approach to Hinduism | 1 |
| 6 | GSY15 | Justice and the Legal System of India | 1 |
| 7 | GSN16 | Book of Revelation | 1 |
| 8 | GSM17 | Women in Ministry | 1 |
| 9 | GSM18 | Ministry to Children | 1 |
| 10 | GSY19 | Justice & Advocacy | 1 |
| 11 | GSM20 | Church Planting in Cross-Cultural Settings | 1 |
| 12 | GSY21 | Communication Theory & Practice | 1 |