Denver Seminary

77 Core Curriculum These courses are required of all DMin students regardless of the track selected. Course # Sem. Hrs. Biblical & Theological Reflection on the Practice of Ministry FC 1101 3 Relational and Vocational Foundations FC 1102 3 Obstacles & Opportunities in Ministry in Mission FC 1103 3 Project DP 1101 4 Project Completion DP 1104 3 Track courses 12 Open electives 6 Total hours for degree: 34 Degree Requirements 1. Note the following sequence requirements in the DMin program: a. Three foundational courses (FC) listed above b. Four required track courses c. Two elective courses d. Doctoral project following completion of required track courses and electives 2. All DMin students are required to complete a doctoral project and participate in an oral defense of that project. 3. A minimum of 34 hours are required for the degree. Graduation Requirements 1. Satisfactory completion of a minimum of thirty-four semester hours. 2. Satisfactory completion of a doctoral project, including an oral defense of that project. 3. Approval of an application for graduation. Application must be made in writing on the appropriate form secured online or from the Registrar's Office by the deadline posted for the semester in which the student expects to graduate (refer to "Application for Graduation" for more information). 4. The fulfillment of all financial obligations to Denver Seminary. 5. Completion of all course work that is applying to the degree within ten years from the date of first enrollment in courses (this includes any transfer credit that is applied to the degree). Withdrawal for any period of time during the degree program does not affect this time limit. 6. Submission of a signed statement of agreement with the National Association of Evangelicals' Statement of Faith. Track Options Leadership Christian leaders struggle with what it means to be a leader in a rapidly changing world and yet healthy leaders are vital to churches and other Christian organizations. In the leadership track, students learn how to be healthy leaders so they can lead healthy organizations. Students learn the leadership skills and organizational tools necessary to lead more effectively in the places God calls them to serve. Marriage and Family Ministry In the marriage and family ministry track, pastors, counselors, and ministry practitioners learn to understand the complexity of family systems and acquire the practical tools necessary to respond positively to the marriages and families under their care. Students are provided a unique combination of

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