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South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies

Programme Detail: Doctor of Philosophy

Language of this entry English (UK, International)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Doctor of Philosophy
Type of Training Programme with multiple subsidiary courses
Reference Number
Description A research doctoral programme
Keywords PhD, Doctoral programmes, post graduate studies, research programmes etc
Languages Programme Available in English (UK, International)
Other Languages
Country and region where programme is available India / Karnataka
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Theology
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Doctorate
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
Actual Cost varies
Bursaries/scholarships available Yes
Actual Length 4 years
Average hours of study per week 70
Methods of instruction lectures in Pre Doctoral programme, library reserch, emphirical research, mentoring
Percentage of time spent in formal learning (e.g. lectures, structured reading, work-books, etc.) 70%
Percentage of time spent on non-formal skill-based learning (e.g. learning on the job and supervised practice, etc.) 10%
Percentage of time spent in informal unstructured learning (e.g. prayer times, teamwork). 20%
Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 5
Prerequisite Programmes M.Th or M.Phil, in particular discipline
Other Prerequisites Teaching in a recognised institution is preferable
Qualifications gained
Qualifications this programme is part of
Programme Accredited by
Other Accrediting Bodies Asia Theological Association