MA in Pentecostal-Charismatic Theology

As a graduate of this program, you’ll be equipped for church ministry, education, and roles in theological colleges and missions worldwide.

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Pentecostal-Charismatic Theology equips you for advanced leadership in ministry and academia. Offered at the European Theological Seminary (ETS) in partnership with Lee University, USA, this three-year, part-time, English-language program blends rigorous academics with a Pentecostal-Charismatic focus to prepare you for global impact.

This Evalag- and SACS-accredited master’s program trains ministry leaders through intensive study and practical application. Recognized by the Baden-Württemberg Ministry of Education, the program consists of 90 ECTS, including 14 modules and a thesis component, qualifying graduates for doctoral studies. The part-time model is designed to suit working professionals seeking to advance their calling.

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What You’ll Learn

Theological Depth: Explore Pentecostal-Charismatic perspectives through courses like History of Doctrine, Philosophy of Religion, Doctrine of the Holy Spirit, German Pentecostalism, Theological Anthropology, and Trinity.
Biblical Scholarship: Engage in advanced studies of various books of the Bible.
Practical Ministry: Apply learning through ministry-focused courses like Pastoral Theology.
Research Skills: Develop expertise through research papers and a thesis, equipping you for in-depth theological exploration.

Program Details

Duration: Three years, part-time
Format: Six modules per year, each consisting of a one-week intensive block on the ETS campus, as well as self-study, exams, and research papers.
Credits: 90 ECTS (14 modules at 5 ECTS each, plus a 20-ECTS thesis), EQF Level 7.
Cost: Approximately €3,000 per year (tuition only).
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (180 ECTS, EQF Level 6, preferably in theology), one year of documented ministry experience (equivalent to 30 ECTS), and C1-level English proficiency. Non-theology bachelor’s holders complete four propaedeutic modules (Basic OT Hebrew, Basic NT Greek, Systematic Theology, Church History) prior to starting the program.

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Who Should Enroll?

The MA in Pentecostal-Charismatic Theology is ideal for:

Ministry leaders seeking advanced theological training
Pastors and church workers aiming for doctoral studies
Individuals called to deepen their Pentecostal-Charismatic scholarship

Why ETS?

With a 75-year legacy of equipping leaders, we empower you to fulfill God’s vision and prepare our students for various types of ministry through deep scriptural knowledge and academic excellence. Our experienced faculty will help you grow in faith and skill, preparing you to impact God’s Kingdom worldwide with compassion and wisdom.