POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL APPLICATION PROCEDURE

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Admission Requirements

The programs are primarily intended for Christian individuals engaged in professional or vocational ministry. However, mature Christian leaders who may not be in "full-time" ministry but meet the established qualifications are also encouraged to apply. All applications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, with final admission decisions made by the faculty. Below are the standard qualifications for admission:

General Requirements: The programs are designed for professional pastors, missionaries, and ministers in Christian organizations and institutions with experience in full-time Christian ministry. Applicants should be mature Christian leaders who hold a Master of Divinity, or an equivalent degree.

Specific Requirements for Master of Theology (ThM) Applicants: Applicants for the Master of Theology program must possess a recognized Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (or a ‘B’) on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).

Specific Requirements for Doctoral Studies Applicants: Applicants for doctoral studies must possess a recognized Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree, with a minimum grade point average of 3.3 (or a ‘B+’) on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).

Applicants with an M.A., M.C.S., or Equivalent Degree: Applicants holding only an M.A., M.C.S., or an equivalent degree may be considered for admission provided they complete the pre-postgraduate studies program before proceeding to their chosen postgraduate program.

Entrance Exam: All applicants must successfully complete an entrance exam as part of the admission process.

ADMISSIONS PROCESS

1. All documents must be submitted to the Postgraduate School Office, by email to doctoral@mbts.org.my. Applications will not be processed if any required documents are incomplete.

Required documents:

  • Completed Application Form (typed and not handwritten).

  • Write a testimony describing your conversion experience and conviction being called into ministry (< 1,000 words).

  • All academic records (certificates and transcripts) from tertiary education onward.

  • Written approval from the church/organization supporting the applicant’s studies, including financial assistance (if applicable) and confirmation of sufficient time for study.

  • A sample research paper (minimum 10 pages) previously submitted during master's level studies.

  • A 3000-word essay, typewritten and double-spaced, describing the applicant’s (a) calling and gifts for ministry, (b) goals for the programme and proposed area of research, (c) adjustments needed for successful study, and (d) plans for self-development in Spiritual Formation.

  • Pay a non-refundable Application Fee of RM100 (Malaysians & Developing 

    Countries nationality) or USD50 (Developed Countries nationality) by depositing the amount into one of the bank accounts below and provide the record or receipt of transaction.

    Applicants using wire transfer (TT) needs to pay an additional USD40 to cover the remittance taxes and bank charges. Overseas applicants can check with us before making payment.

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2. All applicants will go through an interview with the Dean of Postgraduate Studies.

3. Processing an application may take up to 6 months, depending on the response time from referees and the completion of all necessary documents. Therefore, the applicant must complete the entrance exam within this period.

4. Obtain the "Guide to Preparation for Entrance Exam" and schedule the exam date with the Postgraduate School Office. The exam must be completed within 2 months from the date the Application Form is received.                                                             * This is not applicable to the Master of Theology applicants.

5. While awaiting admission confirmation, applicants may register for a maximum of 2 courses within one year of submitting the Application Form. In such cases, applicants must pay a non-refundable annual student fee of RM200. This fee is valid from the date the applicant registers for a course.

6. If the exam results are satisfactory, the applicant will receive an official letter of admission.

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