Academic Programmes

Programmes from Certificate to Doctorate

Every ABITC programme integrates biblical, theological, historical, and practical formation. Explore each pathway in detail below.

1 Year

Certificate in Theology

The Certificate in Theology is a one-year foundational programme designed for lay ministers, Sunday school teachers, evangelists, and church workers who desire structured biblical grounding without a full degree commitment.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school leaving certificate or equivalent
Letter of recommendation from a local church minister
Personal statement of faith

Curriculum Highlights

Introduction to the Old and New Testaments
Basic Christian Doctrine
Prayer, Worship & Spiritual Disciplines
Introduction to Church History
Practical Ministry & Sunday School Methods

Graduate Outcomes

Confidently teach Scripture in local church settings
Serve effectively as a lay minister or church worker
Progress to the Diploma in Theology

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2 Years

Diploma in Theology

The two-year Diploma in Theology offers a comprehensive introduction to the theological disciplines, giving graduates the tools to serve in pastoral, evangelistic, and teaching roles.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school leaving certificate with credits in English
ABITC Certificate in Theology (or equivalent) recommended
Ministerial recommendation and interview

Curriculum Highlights

Old & New Testament Survey
Introduction to Biblical Greek or Hebrew
Systematic Theology I
Church History I & II
Homiletics & Pastoral Ministry
Christian Ethics

Graduate Outcomes

Serve as an assistant pastor, evangelist, or ministry leader
Teach Scripture and doctrine with clarity
Enter the B.Th. or B.A. Theo with advanced standing

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4 Years

Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.)

A rigorous four-year undergraduate degree preparing candidates for ordained ministry, church leadership, missions, and further graduate study in theology.

Entry Requirements

Senior secondary certificate with at least 5 credits including English
UTME/JAMB or equivalent entrance examination
Ministerial recommendation

Curriculum Highlights

Biblical Hebrew & Greek
Systematic Theology I–IV
Old & New Testament Exegesis
Church History (Patristic to Modern)
Homiletics, Liturgy & Pastoral Theology
Missiology & Evangelism
Research Project

Graduate Outcomes

Eligibility for ordination and pastoral appointment
Ministry as missionary, church planter, or chaplain
Foundation for M.Th. or M.Div. studies

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4 Years

Bachelor of Arts in Theology (B.A. Theo)

The B.A. in Theology takes a liberal arts approach, integrating theology with philosophy, culture, and communication for those called to engage the modern world with a Christian mind.

Entry Requirements

Senior secondary certificate with at least 5 credits including English
UTME/JAMB or equivalent entrance examination
Statement of vocational interest (education, media, chaplaincy, etc.)

Curriculum Highlights

Introduction to Philosophy & Christian Thought
Biblical Studies I–IV
World Religions & Christian Apologetics
Christianity & Culture
Christian Communication & Media
Ethics & Public Theology
Research Project

Graduate Outcomes

Serve in Christian education, media, and public ministry
Teach religious studies in schools and colleges
Progress to graduate theological study

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2 Years

Master of Theology (M.Th.)

The M.Th. is a two-year advanced graduate programme for pastors, seminary lecturers, and scholars pursuing specialisation in a chosen theological discipline.

Entry Requirements

B.Th., B.A. Theo, or equivalent with minimum Second Class Lower
Research proposal in the intended area of specialisation
Two academic references

Curriculum Highlights

Advanced Biblical Exegesis
Theological Research Methods
Chosen specialisation (Biblical Studies, Systematic, Historical, Pastoral, or Missiology)
Seminars & Colloquia
Thesis (25,000–30,000 words)

Graduate Outcomes

Teach in Bible colleges and seminaries
Serve as senior pastor or denominational leader
Progress to Ph.D. research

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3 Years

Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

The M.Div. is the professional degree for ordained ministry, integrating biblical, theological, historical, and pastoral formation over three years of intensive study and supervised ministry practice.

Entry Requirements

Recognised Bachelor's degree (theological or non-theological)
Clear sense of ministerial calling with church endorsement
Admissions interview

Curriculum Highlights

Biblical Languages (Hebrew & Greek)
Systematic & Historical Theology
Preaching, Worship & Sacraments
Pastoral Care & Counseling
Church Administration & Leadership
Supervised Ministry Internship
Integrative Thesis

Graduate Outcomes

Full ordination readiness across denominations
Senior pastoral, chaplaincy, and missionary appointments
Foundation for Th.M. or Ph.D. studies

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3–5 Years

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

The Ph.D. is a research-intensive doctoral programme producing original scholarship and preparing seminary faculty, denominational leaders, and thought leaders for the global church.

Entry Requirements

M.Th., M.Div., or equivalent master's degree with distinction
Detailed research proposal endorsed by a prospective supervisor
Published or unpublished academic writing sample
Oral defence of proposal

Curriculum Highlights

Advanced Research Methodology
Doctoral Seminars in the chosen field
Supervised independent research
Annual progress review & colloquia
Doctoral dissertation (80,000–100,000 words) & viva voce

Graduate Outcomes

Seminary and university faculty appointments
Published theological scholarship
Senior leadership in denominational and ecumenical bodies

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