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0073Arts & Humanities

Master of Arts in Theology - Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies

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<p>The Master of Theology in Pentecostal and Charismatic Studies is a specialised postgraduate programme that equips scholars to investigate and document Pentecostal and Charismatic phenomena in the Global South. The programme analyses characteristics, trends, and expressions of Classical Pentecostalism, Neo-classical Pentecostalism, and New Religious Movements dominant in the Global South. Core areas include Pentecostal theology, Charismatic studies, Global South Christianity, Pentecostal history, Neo-classical Pentecostalism, New Religious Movements, biblical and theological foundations of Pentecostalism, and research methods. Students engage with both theoretical frameworks and empirical research. The programme is offered by Pan Africa Christian University (PAC University) through its School of Theology. PAC University was established in 1978 as a Bible college by the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada (PAOC) and chartered as a university in 2008, marking a significant milestone as the first PAOC university in the world. Students develop competencies in articulating the contextual nature of Christianity in the Global South, critically examining biblical and theological foundations for Pentecostal and Charismatic faith, employing theoretical and methodological approaches to Pentecostalism, and developing a theology of Pentecostal and Charismatic movement. PAC University (private) charges approximately KES 90,189–282,150/year for master's programmes. The programme runs for 2 years with intakes in January, May, and September. Entry requires a Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.70 or Second Class Upper Division. Graduates pursue careers as Pentecostal theology educators, pastors, researchers, church leaders, and theological writers in churches, seminaries, theological institutions, and religious organisations.</p><h3>Skills Required</h3><ul><li>Pentecostal Theology and Doctrine</li><li>Charismatic Studies and Analysis</li><li>Global South Christianity</li><li>Pentecostal History and Movements</li><li>New Religious Movements Analysis</li><li>Biblical Foundations of Pentecostalism</li><li>Theological Research Methods</li><li>Contextual Theology</li><li>Church Leadership and Ministry</li><li>Academic Writing and Publication</li></ul><h3>Key Subjects</h3><ul><li>Pentecostal Theology and Doctrine</li><li>Charismatic Studies and Movements</li><li>Global South Christianity</li><li>Pentecostal History and Origins</li><li>New Religious Movements</li><li>Biblical Foundations of Pentecostalism</li><li>Pentecostal Hermeneutics</li><li>Theological Research Methods</li><li>Contextual Theology in Africa</li><li>Pentecostal Mission and Evangelism</li></ul><h3>Certifications</h3><ul><li>SPS Pentecostal Studies Certification</li><li>ATS Theological Education Certification</li></ul><h3>Specializations</h3><h4>Classical Pentecostalism</h4><p>Focuses on Classical Pentecostalism, Azusa Street Revival, Pentecostal denominations, Pentecostal theology, and understanding and analysing classical Pentecostal movements and theology.</p><h4>Neo-Classical Pentecostalism</h4><p>Examines Neo-classical Pentecostalism, charismatic renewal, neo-Pentecostal churches, prosperity gospel, and understanding and analysing neo-classical Pentecostal movements.</p><h4>New Religious Movements</h4><p>Covers New Religious Movements, NRM theology, NRM practices, NRM analysis, and understanding and analysing New Religious Movements in the Global South.</p><h4>Pentecostal Biblical Hermeneutics</h4><p>Focuses on Pentecostal biblical interpretation, hermeneutics, Spirit-empowered reading, Pentecostal exegesis, and interpreting biblical texts from Pentecostal perspectives.</p><h4>Global South Christianity</h4><p>Examines Global South Christianity, African Christianity, Asian Christianity, Latin American Christianity, and understanding and analysing Christianity in the Global South.</p><h4>Pentecostal Mission and Evangelism</h4><p>Covers Pentecostal mission, evangelism, church planting, missions theology, and understanding and practising Pentecostal mission and evangelism.</p>

2 yearsFull-timeup to Ksh 220,500
0074Arts & Humanities

Master of Arts in Transformational Church Leadership

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The Master of Arts in Transformational Church Leadership provides advanced training in church leadership, transformational leadership, ministry, and theological foundations for church transformation. Students learn transformational leadership theory, church leadership, ministry management, biblical foundations, and community transformation. The programme is designed for church leaders, pastors, and ministry professionals seeking advanced transformational church leadership qualifications. Students develop advanced competencies in transformational leadership, church leadership, ministry management, biblical foundations, community transformation, and organisational development. The curriculum covers transformational leadership, church leadership and governance, biblical foundations for transformation, ministry management, community transformation, research methods, and a research project. Practical skills are developed through ministry practicum and case studies. Transformational church leadership expertise is important for Kenya's church sector, which plays a significant role in social transformation. Churches, Christian organisations, and faith-based NGOs require trained leaders who can drive transformation in churches and communities. Kenya's vibrant church sector creates demand for transformational leadership. The programme addresses the demand for advanced transformational church leadership training. The programme combines classroom lectures with ministry practicum, case studies, and research. Students study transformational leadership, practise ministry skills, analyse church transformation, and conduct research. Teaching methods include lectures, ministry practicum, case studies, and research supervision. The programme emphasises practical leadership skills and transformational competence. Graduates find employment as senior pastors, church leaders, ministry directors, Christian organisation leaders, or community transformation specialists in churches, Christian organisations, and faith-based NGOs. The master's degree supports careers in church leadership, ministry management, and community transformation. This programme is ideal for church leaders, pastors, and ministry professionals seeking advanced transformational church leadership qualifications. The programme provides advanced skills for church leadership and community transformation roles.

2 yearsFull-timeup to Ksh 220,500
0075Arts & Humanities

Master of Arts in Women in History

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<p>The Master of Arts in Women in History is a postgraduate programme that examines the role, experiences, and contributions of women in historical perspectives, with particular focus on African and Kenyan contexts. The programme integrates gender analysis with historical methodology to uncover marginalised narratives and advance understanding of women's agency in shaping societies. Core areas of study include feminist historiography, women in African history, gender and historical methodology, women in colonial and post-colonial Africa, oral history methods, women's movements and activism, women in development, comparative women's history, and research methods. Students engage with both Western feminist scholarship and African gender perspectives. The programme is offered by Maseno University through its School of Arts and Social Sciences. Maseno University has established programmes in History, Gender Studies, and Gender and Development, providing a strong academic foundation for this specialised programme. The programme is available in part-time mode at the Main Campus. Students develop competencies in historical research, gender analysis, oral history methodology, feminist critique, archival research, comparative analysis, and academic writing. The programme combines coursework, examinations, and a research thesis, preparing graduates for both academic and policy-oriented careers. The programme is delivered over two years with coursework and thesis components. Students engage with primary sources, oral histories, and archival materials to conduct original research on women's historical experiences. The programme emphasises the recovery and documentation of women's voices in African history. Graduates pursue careers as history educators, gender researchers, policy analysts, heritage managers, museum curators, archival specialists, and development consultants in universities, research institutions, government, NGOs, and cultural organisations.</p><h3>Skills Required</h3><ul><li>Feminist Historiography and Gender Analysis</li><li>Women in African History</li><li>Oral History Methodology</li><li>Archival Research Methods</li><li>Gender and Historical Methodology</li><li>Comparative Women's History</li><li>Women's Movements and Activism Studies</li><li>Colonial and Post-Colonial Gender Analysis</li><li>Academic Writing and Historical Scholarship</li><li>Research Methods in Gender and History</li></ul><h3>Key Subjects</h3><ul><li>Feminist Historiography</li><li>Women in African History</li><li>Gender and Historical Methodology</li><li>Women in Colonial and Post-Colonial Africa</li><li>Oral History Methods</li><li>Women's Movements and Activism</li><li>Women in Development</li><li>Comparative Women's History</li><li>Archival Research Methods</li><li>Research Methods in Gender and History</li></ul><h3>Certifications</h3><ul><li>IFRWH Professional Membership</li><li>Kenya Historical Association Membership</li></ul><h3>Specializations</h3><h4>Women in African History</h4><p>Focuses on women's roles, experiences, and agency in African history from pre-colonial through colonial and post-colonial periods, with emphasis on Kenyan and East African contexts.</p><h4>Feminist Historiography</h4><p>Examines feminist historical scholarship, gender theory in history, critique of mainstream historiography, and the development of women's history as a field.</p><h4>Women's Movements and Activism</h4><p>Covers women's movements, feminist activism, women's rights campaigns, and collective action in historical and comparative perspectives.</p><h4>Oral History and Memory Studies</h4><p>Focuses on oral history methodology, memory studies, life histories, and the documentation of women's experiences through oral testimony.</p><h4>Gender and Colonialism</h4><p>Examines the intersection of gender and colonialism, including colonial policies affecting women, women's resistance to colonialism, and gendered dimensions of colonial rule.</p><h4>Women in Development History</h4><p>Explores the history of women in development, gender and development theory, women's economic contributions, and the evolution of gender-responsive development policy.</p><h4>Comparative Women's History</h4><p>Covers comparative approaches to women's history across different regions, cultures, and time periods, examining commonalities and differences in women's experiences.</p><h4>Women and Cultural Heritage</h4><p>Examines women's roles in cultural production, cultural preservation, intangible heritage, and the representation of women in museums and heritage sites.</p>

2 yearsPart-timeup to Ksh 220,500
0076Arts & Humanities

Master of Divinity in Biblical Studies

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The Master of Divinity in Biblical Studies provides advanced training in biblical studies, biblical languages, biblical interpretation, and biblical theology. Students learn Old and New Testament studies, biblical Hebrew and Greek, hermeneutics, exegesis, and biblical theology. The programme is designed for those seeking advanced biblical studies qualifications for ministry, teaching, or research. Students develop advanced competencies in biblical exegesis, biblical languages, hermeneutics, Old and New Testament studies, biblical theology, and research. The curriculum covers biblical Hebrew, biblical Greek, Old Testament studies, New Testament studies, hermeneutics, exegesis, biblical theology, research methods, and a research thesis. The programme comprises 111 credit hours over three years. Biblical studies expertise is important for the church in Africa, which requires trained biblical scholars and teachers. Churches, seminaries, and theological institutions require graduates with advanced biblical studies qualifications. Africa's growing church and theological education sector create demand for biblical studies expertise. The programme addresses the demand for advanced biblical studies training. The programme combines classroom lectures with language study, exegesis practicum, and research. Students study biblical texts, learn biblical languages, practise exegesis, and conduct research. Teaching methods include lectures, language courses, exegesis seminars, and research supervision. The programme is offered in multiple modes including evening, weekend, and modular classes. Graduates find employment as pastors, biblical studies teachers, seminary lecturers, Bible translators, or Christian organisation leaders in churches, seminaries, theological institutions, and Christian organisations. The MDiv supports careers in pastoral ministry, theological education, and biblical scholarship. This programme is ideal for those seeking advanced biblical studies qualifications for ministry, teaching, or research. The programme provides advanced skills in biblical interpretation, languages, and theology for pastoral and academic roles.

3 yearsFull-timeup to Ksh 220,500
0077Arts & Humanities

Master of Divinity in Missions

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The Master of Divinity in Missions provides advanced training in Christian missions, missiology, cross-cultural ministry, Islamic studies, and mission theology. Students learn mission theology, missiology, cross-cultural communication, world religions, and mission strategy. The programme is designed for those seeking advanced missions qualifications for cross-cultural ministry, mission leadership, or teaching. Students develop advanced competencies in missiology, cross-cultural ministry, mission strategy, Islamic studies, world religions, and mission theology. The curriculum covers mission theology, missiology, cross-cultural communication, world religions, Islamic studies, mission history, research methods, and a research thesis. The programme comprises 111 credit hours over three years with general and Islamic studies tracks. Missions expertise is important for the church in Africa, which is both a mission field and a mission-sending continent. Churches, mission agencies, and theological institutions require trained missiologists. Africa's religious diversity, including Islam and traditional religions, creates demand for cross-cultural mission expertise. The programme addresses the demand for advanced missions training. The programme combines classroom lectures with cross-cultural ministry practicum, case studies, and research. Students study missiology, analyse mission contexts, examine world religions, and conduct research. Teaching methods include lectures, case studies, ministry practicum, and research supervision. The programme is offered in multiple modes including evening, weekend, and modular classes. Graduates find employment as missionaries, mission agency leaders, cross-cultural ministry workers, missions teachers, or Christian organisation leaders in churches, mission agencies, and theological institutions. The MDiv supports careers in cross-cultural mission, mission leadership, and missiological education. This programme is ideal for those seeking advanced missions qualifications for cross-cultural ministry or mission leadership. The programme provides advanced skills in missiology, cross-cultural communication, and mission strategy for global mission contexts.

3 yearsFull-timeup to Ksh 220,500
0078Arts & Humanities

Master of Divinity in Theological Studies

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The Master of Divinity in Theological Studies provides advanced training in systematic theology, historical theology, philosophical theology, and contemporary theology. Students learn systematic theology, church history, philosophical theology, ethics, and contemporary theological issues. The programme is designed for those seeking advanced theological qualifications for ministry, teaching, or research. Students develop advanced competencies in systematic theology, historical theology, philosophical theology, Christian ethics, and theological research. The curriculum covers systematic theology, church history, philosophical theology, Christian ethics, African theology, research methods, and a research thesis. The programme comprises 111 credit hours over three years. Theological studies expertise is important for the church in Africa, which is developing its own theological voice. Churches, seminaries, and theological institutions require trained theologians with advanced qualifications. Africa's growing theological education sector and the emergence of African theology create demand for theological expertise. The programme addresses the demand for advanced theological training. The programme combines classroom lectures with theological seminars, case studies, and research. Students study theological concepts, analyse theological systems, examine historical developments, and conduct research. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, theological discussions, and research supervision. The programme is offered in multiple modes including evening, weekend, and modular classes. Graduates find employment as pastors, theology teachers, seminary lecturers, theological researchers, or Christian organisation leaders in churches, seminaries, theological institutions, and Christian organisations. The MDiv supports careers in pastoral ministry, theological education, and theological scholarship. This programme is ideal for those seeking advanced theological qualifications for ministry, teaching, or research. The programme provides advanced skills in theological reasoning, historical analysis, and ethical reflection for pastoral and academic roles.

3 yearsFull-timeup to Ksh 220,500
0079Arts & Humanities

Postgraduate Diploma in Probation Practice and Correctional Studies

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The Postgraduate Diploma in Probation Practice and Correctional Studies is a programme that equips students with knowledge and skills in probation practice, correctional services and criminal justice. Offered at Egerton University through the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, the programme prepares professionals for careers in probation, corrections and offender rehabilitation. The curriculum covers criminal justice systems, probation practice, correctional services, offender rehabilitation, criminology, criminal psychology, restorative justice, parole and aftercare, offender assessment, counselling for offenders, prison management, community corrections, research methods and a research project. Students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in probation and correctional practice. The programme responds to the need for trained probation and correctional professionals who can support offender rehabilitation, manage community corrections and contribute to criminal justice reform. It provides a comprehensive foundation for those working in probation services, prisons and correctional facilities. The programme is delivered through full-time and part-time modes, with lectures, case studies, field visits to correctional facilities, counselling skills workshops and a supervised research project. Students gain practical experience through field placements and engagement with probation and correctional services. Graduates pursue careers as probation officers, correctional officers, rehabilitation officers, parole officers, criminal justice counsellors and social workers in the Kenya Probation Service, Kenya Prison Service, children's departments and NGOs. They can also progress to a Master's degree in criminology, criminal justice or social work. Prospective students should have a background in social sciences, criminology, law, psychology or a related field. The programme is suitable for professionals seeking to strengthen their probation and correctional practice expertise.

1 yearFull-timeup to Ksh 255,900
0080Arts & Humanities

Postgraduate Diploma in Theology

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The Postgraduate Diploma in Theology is a programme that equips students with advanced knowledge in theological studies, biblical interpretation and Christian ministry. Offered at Africa International University through the School of Theology, the programme prepares graduates for theological leadership, teaching and ministry roles. The curriculum covers biblical studies, Old Testament, New Testament, systematic theology, church history, African theology, biblical languages, hermeneutics, Christian ethics, pastoral theology, mission studies, research methods and a research project. Students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in theology and ministry. The programme responds to the need for trained theological leaders who can engage critically with Christian faith in African contexts. It provides a comprehensive foundation for those seeking advanced theological education for ministry, teaching or further study. The programme is delivered through modular and school-based modes, with 3-hour class sessions held in January, May and September. Students engage with lectures, seminars, research projects and theological reflection. The programme requires 30 credit hours of coursework. Graduates pursue careers as pastors, theological educators, chaplains, ministry coordinators, church administrators and Christian organisation leaders in churches, theological institutions, schools and faith-based organisations. They can also progress to a Master of Arts in Theology or Master of Divinity. Prospective students should have a recognised bachelor's degree with at least 2.0 GPA or Pass. The programme is suitable for both clergy and lay persons seeking advanced theological education.

1 yearModularup to Ksh 187,200
0081Arts & Humanities

Postgraduate Diploma in Urban Ministry

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The Postgraduate Diploma in Urban Ministry is a programme that equips students with knowledge and skills for Christian ministry in urban contexts. Offered at KAG East University, the programme prepares church leaders, pastors and ministry workers for effective service in rapidly growing urban communities. The curriculum covers urban ministry foundations, urban sociology, church planting in urban contexts, community transformation, urban mission strategies, pastoral care in urban settings, youth ministry in cities, urban poverty and development, leadership for urban ministry, biblical foundations for urban mission, research methods and a research project. Students develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills for ministry in urban environments. The programme responds to the rapid urbanisation in Kenya and the need for church leaders equipped to address the unique challenges of urban ministry. It provides a comprehensive foundation for those serving or planning to serve in urban churches, mission organisations and community development initiatives. The programme is delivered through modular and residential modes, with lectures, field visits to urban ministry sites, community engagement exercises and a supervised research project. Students gain practical experience through field placements in urban churches and ministries. Graduates pursue careers as urban pastors, church planters, ministry coordinators, community development workers, youth pastors and mission workers in urban churches, mission organisations and faith-based NGOs. They can also progress to a Master of Arts in Ministerial Studies. Prospective students should have a bachelor's degree from a recognised institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0. The programme is suitable for church leaders and ministry workers seeking to strengthen their urban ministry expertise.

1 yearModular