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PAU offers a specialized cohort-based Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry program, specifically tailored to meet the needs of seasoned pastors residing in the South Pacific Islands. This rigorous part-time curriculum is meticulously structured to accommodate the demanding schedules and ongoing ministerial obligations of experienced pastors who are unable to commit to prolonged periods of study at a traditional Seminary.
The Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry program is strategically designed with nested options. The design of these exit awards is carefully orchestrated to foster the development of high-calibre graduates who possess the knowledge, skills, and ethical foundation necessary to make significant contributions to leadership, ministry, and mission within the context of Pasifika. It also provides alternative pathways for students facing obstacles that may hinder their completion of the full 4-year program. These nested programs offer two distinct exit awards, ensuring that individuals encountering various challenges throughout their academic journey are still able to attain recognition for their educational accomplishments.
The MA (PastMin) provides professional development avenues for ministers and other skilled pastoral personnel for service in the Adventist Church in Pacifika. It provides capacity building for future leadership within the church, including in-depth study.
o  Program Length: 240 PNGNQF Level 9 Master credit points (12 units of 20 credits each) can typically be completed in 4 years.
o  Mode of Study: A Part-time six-week intensive Cohort session offered between June to July over four years. Each intensive cohort session comprises 1 Module where three subjects are taught.
o  Admission Requirements: Completion of 120 PNGNQF level 8 Master credit points with 2.7 CGPA or its equivalence (PG Diploma in Pastoral Ministry with 2.7 CGPA).
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The Postgraduate Diploma in Pastoral Ministry (PGDip PastMin) is an exit award for students who may encounter challenges continuing the 4-year program for various reasons. PGDip PastMin provides professional development avenues for ministers and other skilled pastoral personnel for service in Pasifika.
o  Program Length: 120 PNGNQF Level 8 Master credit points (6 units of 20 credits each) can typically be completed in 2 years.
o  Mode of Study: A Part-time six-week intensive Cohort session offered between June to July over two years. Each intensive cohort session comprises 1 Module where three subjects are taught.
o  Admission Requirements: Completion of 120 PNGNQF level 8 Master credit points with 2.5 CGPA or its equivalence (PG Cert in PastMin with 2.5 CGPA).
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The PGCert PastMin is an exit award for students who may encounter challenges continuing the 4-year program for various reasons. PGDip PastMin provides professional development avenues for ministers and other skilled pastoral personnel for service in the Adventist Church in Pacifika.
o  Program Length: 60 PNGNQF Level 8 Master credit points (3 units of 20 credits each) can typically be completed in 1 year.
o  Mode of Study: A Part-time six-week intensive Cohort session offered between June to July. The intensive cohort session comprises 1 Module where three subjects are taught.
o  Admission Requirements: Bachelor of Theology Degree or equivalent
MA PastMin Degree              : PNGNQF Level 9 Master
PG Dip PastMin                     : PNGNQF Level 8 Master
PG Cert PastMin                    : PNGNQF Level 8 Master
Theology Department, School of Humanities Education Theology
Coordinated with the Postgraduate and Research Department
Successful completion of an undergraduate program, particularly in the field of ministry and theology.
Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry
Intensive Session | Qualification | Subject | Credit |
|---|---|---|---|
Module 1 | PG Certificate | MNTY5100 Spiritual Nurturing and Pastoral Care BIBS5100 Preaching from the Old Testament MNTY5200 Preaching in a Complex World | 20 credits per subject |
Module 2 | PG Diploma | THEO5100 Distinctive Doctrines of the Seventh-day Adventist Church BIBS5200 Preaching from the New Testament GRAD5200 Academic Skills | 20 credits per subject |
Module 3 |
THEO6100 Interpreting Ellen G White’s Writings MNTY6200 Servant Leadership | 20 credits per subject | |
Module 4 | MA (PastMin) |
BIBS6400 Preaching from the Apocalypses MNTY6300 Discipleship in a Multi-Church Context | 20 credits per subject |
o  PGCert PastMin (1 Module): K11313.00 (fee subject to revision)
o  PGDip PastMin (2 Modules): K22626.00 (fee subject to revision)
o  MA PastMin (4 Modules): K45252.00 (fee subject to revision)
Postgraduate and Research Coordinator for Theology
Pacific Adventist University
Private Mail Bag, Port Moresby
National Capital District – 111
Papua New Guinea
Email: David.Sailo@pau.ac.pg
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Phone: +675 75773378
