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Procedures

Discover Asian Theological Seminary's academic, admission, graduation, and other related procedures.

Graduation Requirements

Understand the requirements and procedures for successful graduation


    Credit Hours

    Complete Required credit hours with a minimum grade point average of 2.3.

    Submit a Satisfactory Research Paper (150 pages). 3 Cr. Hrs.

    Students enrolled in a master's program who have successfully passed the comprehensive examination must submit the final draft of their thesis to the department faculty no later than the first Sunday of November in their year of graduation.

    • Certificate Requires:
      Photo Size: MRP size (45mm x 35mm)
      Background: White
      Clothing: Formal attire is preferred
      Requirements: No glasses or caps, and both ears must be visible
      Submission Deadline: 27th October
    Pass in Comprehensive Exam: 3 Cr. Hours.

    Regular students who have successfully submitted their Ministry Report are eligible to sit for the Comprehensive Examination, which is scheduled for the second Sunday of October in their graduating year. The Comprehensive Examination is a graduation requirement that determines a student's eligibility for graduation. It is designed to assess the student's overall theological knowledge and ministerial competency. The examination consists of 400 written questions covering a broad range of subjects, including Systematic Theology, Bible Exposition (Old and New Testaments), Church History, Biblical Missions, Church Management, Christian Leadership, Pastoral Ministry, Christian Counseling, Expository Preaching, and the fundamentals of the biblical languages (Greek and Hebrew). To successfully complete the examination, students must achieve a minimum grade of "C."

    Submit a Ministry Report (8-10 pages). 3 Cr. Hrs.

    As a graduation requirement, each student must submit a Ministry Report documenting his or her ministry involvement and contributions to a local church throughout the three years of study, including the challenges encountered and the outcomes of the ministry. The report must be submitted to the Field Education Department no later than the last day of the Spring Session in the graduating year (before July 15). An oral presentation may be required at the discretion of the department. This ministry report is mandatory for all graduating students.

    Graduation

    • Year of Graduation: Each Two Year
    • Degree Conferral: On Sunday Second week of December.
    Graduation Preparation

    The responsibility for graduation preparations is shared between the Ministry Field Director and the Student Body President. Together, they oversee all aspects of the graduation process, including:

    • Organizing the graduation ceremony: Planning the structure, schedule, and key elements of the event.
    • Managing logistics: Ensuring arrangements such as venue setup, seating, audio-visual systems, and decorations are executed flawlessly.
    • Coordinating participants: Ensuring the involvement of students, faculty, and guests, and communicating their roles clearly.
    • Handling graduation materials: Managing the distribution of caps, gowns, certificates, and other essentials.
    • Addressing student needs: Engaging with students to consider their concerns, suggestions, and preferences for the event.
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