Master's and Doctorate in Systematic Theology

Master's and Doctorate in Systematic Theology

MASTER'S DEGREE - Duration: 2 to 3 years | Modality: 100% online | Workload: 1,500 hours DOCTORATE - Duration: 3 to 5 years | Modality: 100% online | Workload: 2,500 hours

Differences between Master's and Doctoral programs

Master’s students will take Level I courses, while doctoral students will have access to more advanced content at Levels II and III. The Master’s program lasts 2 to 3 years, with a total workload of 1,500 hours, while the Doctoral program lasts 3 to 5 years, requiring a workload of 2,500 hours. Both courses are offered 100% online, providing flexibility and accessibility for students in their academic journey.

Course Presentation

The Systematic Theology program aims to train researchers and teachers capable of analyzing, developing, and articulating the main themes of Christian theology in a coherent and comprehensive manner. The course provides a deep understanding of fundamental theological concepts, their historical evolution, and their contemporary application.

Course Program

1st Semester

  • Scientific Methodology
  • Doctrine of God and the Trinity
  • History of Theological Thought
  • Advanced Theological Hermeneutics
  • Theological Deepening I
  • Training of Pastors and Religious Leaders I

2nd Semester

  • Christology and the Theory of Salvation
  • Pneumatology and Ecclesiology
  • Theological Anthropology
  • Theology and Contemporary Sciences
  • Theological Deepening II
  • Training of Pastors and Religious Leaders II

3rd Semester

  • Biblical and Contemporary Eschatology
  • Moral Theology and Christian Ethics
  • Interreligious Dialogue
  • Comparative Systematic Theology
  • Theological Deepening III

4th Semester

  • Dissertation/Thesis Guidance and Preparation

5th and 6th SEMESTER (for PhD students only) *Please note this module may last 1 or 2 semesters.

  • Contemporary Theological Systems
  • Advanced Issues in Systematic Theology
  • Public Theology and Social Engagement
  • Research Seminar in Systematic Theology
  • Advanced Methodologies in Theology
  • Training of Pastors and Religious Leaders III
  • Thesis Guidance and Elaboration
The Advanced Theological Studies courses (I, II and III) will be taught weekly in a live format, providing direct interaction between teachers and students, in-depth study of specific topics, and discussions on contemporary issues in systematic theology.

Training for Pastors and Religious Leaders (I, II and III)

  • The Pastor and Religious Leader Training course is an option geared towards those who want specialized training in ministerial leadership. With three levels of depth, the course offers essential theological deepening that pastors and religious leaders need for their roles. Students will develop practical and theoretical skills in areas such as pastoral theology, church management, and faith community development, preparing them to exercise effective and committed leadership.
  • This program is structured to ensure both theoretical depth and practical applicability, encompassing the main axes of systematic theology and its interfaces with other areas of theological and humanistic knowledge.