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Exegetical Theology: exegesis, biblical languages, isagogics, hermeneutics, or biblical theology.After completing at least 9 units (but no more than 12), successfully demonstrating proficiencyin a second modern language, and passing a qualifying language exam (Greek or Hebrew) in thearea of intended thesis research, a student may petition the ThM Committee for permission towrite a thesis by submitting a written request through the ThM Director no later than sevenmonths before receiving the degree. The ThM Committee may grant permission, defer thedecision pending further information, or refuse permission (in which case the student willremain in the Biblical and Pastoral Theology program). Approved thesis candidates must submita proposal to the ThM Director and receive approval from the ThM Committee at least sevenmonths before receiving the degree.The student must register and pay for ThM Thesis Supervision I (TM797) no later than thesemester following approval of the thesis proposal. The student must register for ThM ThesisSupervision II (TM798) no later than the semester in which the student plans to graduate.Thesis Procedures, available in the Registrar’s office, outlines the thesis requirements. An oraldefense of the thesis may be requested by the ThM Committee. (See ThM Manual for details.)The student must pay the thesis binding fee in the semester of anticipated graduation.No thesis will be considered completed until the final format and style have been approved bythe Library Director. The student should submit two copies of the completed thesis for bindingand permanent retention to the Seminary Library. Both copies must be printed on 20-poundacid-free paper and typed in a standard typeface appropriate for scholarly material.Candidates required to take the comprehensive exam instead of writing a thesis must register forthe ThM Comprehensive Exam (TM795) and begin the process no later than the first week ofthe semester in which the candidate expects to graduate. The exam should be taken no laterthan five weeks prior to the expected graduation date. The ThM Committee may request an oraldefense of the comprehensive exam. See the ThM Manual for details.‣ ThM in Biblical and Pastoral Theology: The ThM in Biblical and Pastoral Theology requires atleast 9 units in biblical studies, 9 in practical theology, and 3 in philosophy. The remaining unitsmay be taken in any area. Biblical studies include courses emphasizing direct Bible study, such asbiblical theology, exegesis and systematic theology. Practical theology courses include areas suchas church planting, growth, and renewal; counseling; preaching; and educational ministries.[15]
The degree also requires successful completion of a practicum (3 units) in an area of pastoralministry (educational ministries, Christian mission, preaching, diaconal services, etc.).Students with a year or more of practical Christian ministry experience may requestpermission to substitute 3 units of course work rather than the practicum. Further details areavailable from the ThM Director.Finally, the degree requires three units of independent study culminating in a writing project.After choosing the study topic, the student must, with the counsel of the ThM Director,select a faculty member who will direct and evaluate the research and/or project thatculminates in a written paper relating the Scriptures to some aspect of ministry or to an issueof contemporary pastoral concern. The paper must conform to the latest edition ofTurabian’s A Manual for Writers. The ThM Committee may require a student to take acomprehensive examination instead of completing the independent study project. (See theThM Manual for further details.)‣ Nine-Year Time Limit: The time limitation for completion of the ThM degree is nine years.Courses taken more than nine years prior to degree completion may be credited toward thedegree only by faculty approval. Such approval may require re-examination or additionalstudy and may jeopardize financial aid eligibility.DOCTOR OF MINISTRY (DMin)‣ See the DMin Handbook, available from the DMin office, for details on this program.GRADUATE CERTIFICATE (GC)‣ Program Requirements: Each certificate requires satisfactory completion of 20 semester units asoutlined in the curriculum with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.25/4.0. Since the certificate isnot a degree, all certificate credits subsequently may be applied to one of Covenant Seminary’sdegree programs.‣ Nine-Year Time Limits: The time limitation for completion of a Graduate Certificate is nineyears. Courses taken more than nine years prior to certificate completion may be credited towardthe certificate only by faculty approval. Such approval may require re-examination or additional[16]
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