DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN THEOLOGY
PRESENTATION
The doctorate in Theology seeks to deepen the knowledge of the religious phenomena in the world based on diversity, aiming to train professionals interested in working with religious analysis. Furthermore, the course seeks to scientifically delve into relevant aspects of religious matrices around the world.
TITLE AWARDED TO THE GRADUATE:
Doctor of Philosophy in Theology
OBJECTIVES:
This program equips students with the skills to analyze significant texts within historical and conceptual contexts, constructing well-founded arguments. They will explore key philosophical and theological movements, the relationship between faith and reason. Ethical principles will be applied to justice and moral decision-making, while philosophical insights will inform discussions on science and technology. Additionally, students will integrate their liberal arts education with professional training, grounding their knowledge in theoretical and historical perspectives within philosophy and theology.
WHO SHOULD APPLY:
- Religious leaders and professionals;
- Academics and Researchers;
- Educators and Teachers;
- People interested in Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue.
Core Areas:
- CA 1: Religion, Culture, and Symbolic Systems;
- CA 2: Religious Pluralism, Dialogue and Language;
- CA 3: Religion, Education, Culture, and Contemporaneity.
Estimated duration of 48 months. Being:
- Stage 1- courses / components;
- Stage 2- for the preparation of the senior paper (dissertation or thesis) under direct guidance of an advisor;
- The examination board will take place after the above-mentioned steps have been completed. If the student does not complete the thesis, they must enter into a contractual addendum and continue paying the course fees;
- The student must make at least 03 (three) academic publications during the study period, these must be published in magazines with relevance index.
- The student must complete an additional workload in participating in academic events and lifelong education and extension courses to form the academic-scientific curriculum.
Responsible Persons:
Dra. Marcela Tarciana Cunha Silva Martins
Dean of Academic Relations at VCCU
Dr. Vivianne de Souza
Principal Professor at the School of Arts, Theology and Ministry
MODALITY: 100% Online
REASONS TO COMPLETE MY ONLINE COURSE AT VCCU
- You can watch classes from anywhere in the world (online – live).
- We have interactive classes through the VLE platform, taught by quality professors.
- You are able to interact online with fellow students and professors inside and outside the virtual classroom.
- You can access VCCU virtual resources from any device.
- We have accredited degree programs.
- You can get the same experience as students from all over the world.
COURSEWORK PLAN
STAGE 1:
Curricular Components
DPTI1- History of Theological Thought – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTI2- Advanced Biblical Theology – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTI3- Advanced Systematic Theology – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTI4- Advanced Exegesis of the Old Testament – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTI5- Advanced Exegesis of the New Testament – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTI6- Advanced Practical and Pastoral Theology – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTI7- Ethics and Philosophy of Religion – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTS1- Contextual and Intercultural Theology – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTS2- Religious Panorama in the Contemporary World – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTS3- Theology and Human Sciences – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTR1- Methodology of Theological Research – 60h – 4 Credits
DPTR1- Research Seminar – 60h – 4 Credits
Extracurricular Activities – 300h – 20 Credits
Total: 1260h – 84 Credits
STAGE 2:
Orientation Stage
Senior Thesis Research and Development
Senior Thesis Qualification
Presentation of the Thesis
Foreign Language Proficiency (English)
Foreign Language Proficiency (Spanish)
Total: 930h – 1 Credit