2022-2023 Capital Seminary & Graduate School Handbook

3. Program Requirements

The PhD in Biblical Studies is a research-based, terminal degree designed to develop biblical research and educational competencies. The PhD in Biblical Studies further equips candidates for teaching roles, faculty roles, and educational leadership in colleges and universities at the undergraduate and graduate level, as well as in churches, mission organizations, faith-based organizations, and non-profit organizations. Experienced ministry educators join a cohort of peers who progress through a prescribed sequence of courses and develop sustainable habits of scholarly inquiry together.