INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the realm of Final Projects!  If you have completed half of your program (24 of 48 units or 36 of 76 units), you can embark on the journey of writing a final project. It is a journey that provides you with the opportunity to focus on your ministry passion and fulfill some ministry dreams. 
 

Your previous coursework should serve you well as preparation for the trek.  Having gained "fire for your ministry and oxygen for your soul," you are ready with these essential elements and other tools to make the climb to "higher elevations."  Your destination is Mount Telos, the end of a goal-oriented process that results in the completion of your final project.

Surveying the Terrain
Your final project journey consists of six major legs or phases:
     • Planning Your Trek: Proposal development (DM710: two-unit online course)
     • Checking in at Base Camp: Course registration for DM706 (6 units of writing) and
        final project fee
     • First ascent: Writing of introduction, first chapter and  accompanying material
     • Second ascent: Writing of entire first draft and pre-final version
     • Final ascent: Preparation of final version and program clearance
     • Celebration: Graduation and Commencement
 

This journey takes around two years to complete. At the end of that time, you will have a 125 to 175 page paper that represents your learning, theological reflection, and response to a significant issue in ministry. Your project will not only contain valuable insights with a strategy that benefits those you serve, but it can also be a practical resource to the broader Christian community.

Getting Started
Are you ready for the challenge and reward of the journey? The Final Project Travel Handbook is the place to start. Should you need help along the way, your primary trail guides are the DMin Final Projects Manager (dmin-finproj@fuller.edu ) and the Final Projects Coordinator (dmin-fpcoord@fuller.edu). They can also be reached by calling 626.584.5315.

Let the journey begin!