COURSES
PROGRAMS
Licentiate of Divinity | Licentiate in Christian Studies | Diploma in Christian Studies | Certificate in Christian Studies
FULL COURSE LIST
Courses Winter 2024
Church History II: From the Reformation to the Modern Era
Description: A survey of major developments in the history of Christianity from the Reformation to the Modern era. Through close readings and discussion of primary texts, students will become familiar with the major ideas, figures, movements and institutions of the period.
Instructor: Dr. Steve Griffin
Time: Mondays 6pm-9pm (begins Jan 29, 2024)
Location: In person and on Zoom
3 YEARS (30 COURSES)
This program parallels a master’s degree in divinity. The licentiate consists of the full thirty-course (90 credit hrs) core curriculum, including languages and internship requirements.
Requirements: Thirty courses, and pass the English Bible Exam (written) and Doctrine Exam (oral).
2 YEARS (20 COURSES)
This program parallels a master’s degree in the arts. It consists of twenty courses (60 credit hours). Students can choose to complete the program with or without a master’s thesis. The thesis track prepares students for further academic study and for careful theological thinking.
Requirements: Twenty courses, and pass the English Bible Exam (written) and Doctrine Exam (oral).
6 COURSES
This program is particularly suited to part-time students who wish to audit courses of interest.
Requirements: Any six courses (audit or credit) with at least one course in Bible, Theology, History, and Pastoral Studies.
1 YEAR (10 COURSES)
This program serves church leaders through its flexible online and/or on-campus options. Any leader or aspiring Christian leader can take this ten-course program (30 credit hrs) to learn more about the Bible, theology, and Christian discipleship. The program can be completed in one year.
Requirements: Any ten courses with at least two courses in Bible, Theology, History, and Pastoral Studies.
Additional Information
Seminary Training
Traditionally, seminary training has been required for individuals seeking ordained ministry in the church. Denominations have varying standards for ordination, and it is up to students to verify with their bishop/presbytery/board what program of study is acceptable. The primary role of Ryle is to educate students for effective Christian ministry, whether pastor, missionary, church planter, or lay leader.
Chapel
Chapel services are conducted throughout the semester on Wednesday afternoons during the term. They are open to students and visitors alike.
Transfer Credit
Students with master’s level credits may apply for advanced standing for the Divinity and Christian Studies programs at Ryle. Students wishing to graduate with a Licentiate of Divinity program may apply for transfer of Ryle credit to accredited institutions.
Auditors
Any course may be audited, without any formal application or acceptance into any program. Auditors attend lectures, engage in classroom discussions, but do not need to turn in assignments.