Master of Divinity

Master of Divinity is a professional graduate degree at ACTS University, located in Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, designed to prepare students for ordained ministry and pastoral leadership. Unlike a purely academic theology degree, the Master of Divinity combines rigorous theological coursework with practical ministry training, covering biblical studies in the Old and New Testament, systematic theology, church history, pastoral counseling, homiletics, and hands-on ministry placements. Students typically complete supervised practicums or internships in church or community settings alongside classroom study, developing skills in preaching, worship leadership, congregational care, and religious education. Because the degree is oriented toward ordination in many Christian traditions, the curriculum is structured to meet the academic and practical requirements churches and denominations expect of ministry candidates. Graduates commonly pursue careers as ordained pastors, missionaries, chaplains, or religious educators, and the degree can also serve as preparation for further theological study at the doctoral level. Given the practical and vocational nature of the degree, coursework often emphasizes applied ministry skills alongside academic theology, distinguishing it from a research-focused Master of Theology. The program runs three years across six semesters, with new students admitted starting in early March. Instruction is conducted in English, and annual tuition is set at approximately 2520000 US dollars. As with other programs at this Christian institution, admission requires a full application package reflecting both academic preparation and the university's faith commitments, including a Christian Commitment Form and supporting affidavits. Located in Gyeonggi-do, the program combines seminary training with practical ministry formation for students preparing for ordained or pastoral service.