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Master's and Doctorate — United States

Master's and Doctorate in Ministry with Emphasis on Education, Ethics, Principles, and Purposes

Modality100% online
WorkloadMaster's: 1,500 hours
Doctorate: 2,500 hours
Estimated DurationMaster's: 02 to 03 years
Doctorate: 03 to 05 years
Course LanguagePortuguese / English

Program Overview

This program aims to train researchers and educators committed to the production of critical and transformative knowledge in education, aligning ethics, principles, and purposes with global academic quality.

Differences Between Master's and Doctorate

Both programs are conducted in a 100% online modality with high scientific support, adapting perfectly to your academic pace.

Stricto Sensu Master's•Courses at Level I (Advanced foundations)•Duration of 02 to 03 years (Flexible)•Total workload of 1,500 hours
Doctorate / PhD•Advanced studies at Levels II and III•Duration of 03 to 05 years (Deep research)•Total workload of 2,500 hours

Research Lines and Emphases

01.Teacher Training, Curriculum, and Pedagogical Practice.
02.Education, Culture, and Society.
03.Religious Diversity, Educational Practices, and Social Dynamics.

Program Objectives

General Objective

Train leaders and researchers capable of articulating ethics and principles within the ethical-aesthetic-political dimensions of education.

Specific Objectives

  • Analyze religious traditions and their impacts on education.
  • Promote dialogue between science, education, and faith.
  • Develop research skills in international scientific production.

Teaching Methodology

Online lectures and advanced epistemological discussions.
Case studies on ethics applied to teaching and management.
Mentorship and research seminars for publishing.

Target Audience

Education professionals, teachers, and school managers.
Directors and coordinators of faith-based or public institutions.
Researchers focused on ethics and moral principles in education.

Program & Curricular Matrix

1st Semester — Academic Leveling Module
  • •Learning in formal and non-formal contexts.
  • •Education focusing on ethics, principles, and purposes.
  • •Foundations of Religious Teaching.
  • •Teaching, Didactics, and Interfaith Education.
  • •Scientific Methodology.
2nd Semester — Foundations and Research Module
  • •Education, Human Rights, and Religion.
  • •Advanced Studies in Curriculum and Evaluation.
  • •Primary Education and Innovative Pedagogical Practices.
  • •Ethics, Religious Diversity, and Social Responsibility.
  • •Research Seminar I.
3rd Semester — Advanced Studies Module
  • •Religious Teaching: diversity and proselytism dilemmas.
  • •Democratic Management and Continuous Teacher Training.
  • •Active Teaching-Learning Methodologies.
  • •Religion, Culture, and Identity.
  • •Research Seminar II.
4th Semester — Qualification and Thesis Development
  • •Religious Pluralism and Cultural Diversity.
  • •Research in Education, Didactics, and Teacher Training.
  • •Future Trends in Education, Technology, and Interfaith Teaching.
  • •Guidance and Thesis Preparation.
5th and 6th Semesters — Exclusive for Doctoral Candidates (PhD Thesis)

*Please note: This advanced module of experimental research and thesis writing has a flexible average duration of 1 to 2 semesters.*

  • •Advanced Topics I.
  • •Advanced Topics II.
  • •Advanced Topics III.
  • •Advanced Topics IV.
  • •Thesis Guidance and Development.
Admission & Application
Region / Issuance:United States — South Dakota (Degree in Ministry)
Study Modality:100% online
Academic Candidacy:Requires approval by the Admissions sector

Accreditation and Validity

Master's and Doctoral degrees are conferred internationally by UniChristian in the US under religious and ministerial exemption in South Dakota, complete with official transcripts and credit distribution.

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Start Your Selection and Research Process

To enter the Stricto Sensu Master's and Doctoral programs of UniChristian, you must submit your academic transcript, updated resume, and a preliminary research proposal (pre-project). Our academic committee will provide support for pairing with PhD advisors.