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ThM Program Outline

Curriculum 
The ThM ICS requires the successful completion of 48 units of coursework:
  • Missiology as a Discipline sequence (8 800-level units) 
  • Research courses (8 800-level units) 
  • Specialization/elective courses (24 500-level units) 
  • Thesis (8 800-level units) 
This program can be completed in one calendar year, but can be extended by students desiring to attend part-time. The Missiology as a Discipline sequence (MI804 A, B, and C) begins in the Summer quarter each year, and continues during Fall and Winter quarters. Students may begin this sequence once they have completed at least 12 units of missiology, either as part of the ThM program or in prior master's-level coursework.
Program Design 

ThM Curriculum Sheet  

ThM Course Sequence 

 Thesis 
The ThM thesis (normally 50-100 pages of double-spaced text, inclusive of notes and bibliography) is designed to demonstrate the student's competence in his or her area of specialization. The guidelines and expectations for the thesis will be covered in the Thesis Design Course, which must be completed prior to beginning the thesis.
 Relationship to the PhD ICS 
Aspects of the ThM ICS coursework are designed to mirror the first year of the PhD ICS program. As a result, the ThM can provide an excellent means of preparing an application for the PhD. Students who are admitted to the PhD prior to completing the ThM may be permitted to use some of their coursework toward the PhD. Please contact the admissions office for more details on this.
 Residency Requirement 
The Missiology as a Discipline sequence must be completed on the Pasadena campus (Summer, Fall, Winter). While in residence students are also expected to attend all Colloquia offered by the Center for Missiological Research (currently held four times per quarter).
 Time Limit for Degree Completion 
The requirements for the ThM degree must be completed within six years, dated from the first quarter of enrollment with the program.
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