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Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry

Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Main Subject Area

Theology, Divinity and Religious StudiesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Study Level

Masters

The M.A. in Pastoral Ministry provides a foundational, integrative curriculum for the theological education of people engaged in a variety of pastoral ministries, including: parish pastoral associate, parish life collaborator, director of religious education, youth minister, parish social minister, campus minister and health care minister. The curriculum is designed with attention to the competencies needed by Catholic lay ecclesial ministers and others. Students combine course work in central areas of theology with a supervised practicum, including a field placement in their area of ministerial focus and a capstone ministerial portfolio. M.A. in Pastoral Ministry (30 credits plus practicum and portfolio): Students, who follow a course rotation as shown below, taking two courses per semester plus completing the practicum and portfolio, can complete the M.A. within 3 years. Others may enroll on a part-time basis, taking one or two courses per semester and completing the program in 5-6 years. Students may begin studies in Year A, B or C. A minimum of 12 credits must be completed before enrolling in the practicum. Credit total: 30 credits are required for the degree, earned through completion of 10 courses at 3 credits each.

Program overview

Main Subject

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

Study Level

Masters

The M.A. in Pastoral Ministry provides a foundational, integrative curriculum for the theological education of people engaged in a variety of pastoral ministries, including: parish pastoral associate, parish life collaborator, director of religious education, youth minister, parish social minister, campus minister and health care minister. The curriculum is designed with attention to the competencies needed by Catholic lay ecclesial ministers and others. Students combine course work in central areas of theology with a supervised practicum, including a field placement in their area of ministerial focus and a capstone ministerial portfolio. M.A. in Pastoral Ministry (30 credits plus practicum and portfolio): Students, who follow a course rotation as shown below, taking two courses per semester plus completing the practicum and portfolio, can complete the M.A. within 3 years. Others may enroll on a part-time basis, taking one or two courses per semester and completing the program in 5-6 years. Students may begin studies in Year A, B or C. A minimum of 12 credits must be completed before enrolling in the practicum. Credit total: 30 credits are required for the degree, earned through completion of 10 courses at 3 credits each.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

6+

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Information for Applicants from ChinaDuquesne University welcomes applicants from China. Our office regularly makes trips to China to visit with prospective students. We are also partners with Zinch.cn. Why Duquesne?1. Duquesne University is ranked #119 among National Universities (US News), the #43 Best Value School in the nation (US News), and is among the "The Best 376 Colleges" in the nation (US News - Duquesne University is a religious institution, though there are no requirements placed on students2. We offer a variety of programs, including: Business (ranked the #154 Best Undergraduate Business Program - US News), Natural and Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, Computer Programing, and Music3. Duquesne University graduates have recently gained admission to prestigious graduate programs such as New York University and University of Pennsylvania.4. Undergraduate students are not required to submit an IELTS or TOEFL score. We can also provide you with ESL (English as a Second Language) instruction when you arrive on campus.5. Experienced Office of International Programs - assists with housing, airport pickups, and Orientation.6. Rolling admissions - receive an admissions answer approximately 3 weeks after your application is complete. After acceptance, you are partnered with a current student from the same country or program that will answer any questions you may have.7. Located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; campus is set overlooking the city. Campus is completely self-contained, but is only a five minute walk from all downtown Pittsburgh has to offer, including food, entertainment, and shopping

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