COVENANT THEOLOGICAL ACADEMY (COTAC)

More Than a Theological Academy—A Pathway to Ministry and Higher Education.

About COTAC

More Than a Theological Academy—A Pathway to Ministry and Higher Education

Covenant Theological Academy (COTAC) serves as the theological and ministerial training arm of Our Lord the Saviour Covenant Church, equipping students with both academic depth and practical ministerial skills. The Diploma in Theology and Pastoral Studies (DTPS) is a four-semester program designed to provide rigorous training in biblical, doctrinal, historical, and pastoral studies, preparing students for effective ministry and further academic pursuits. 

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Equipping for Practical Ministry and Real-World Challenges

The DTPS program is designed to equip students with the right tools to provide practical solutions and assistance to the ever-growing, complex challenges facing humanity daily. By integrating theological education with real-world applications, students develop the capacity to engage with contemporary social, ethical, and spiritual issues.

Flexible Learning and Ministerial Training

The DTPS program fosters theological reflection on ministerial practice, offering full-time, part-time, online, and offline study options. This flexibility allows students to pursue their theological education while balancing personal, professional, and ministerial responsibilities

A Bridge to Higher Education and Ministry

Beyond preparing aspiring pastors, Covenant Theological Academy is exploring affiliations with tertiary institutions to facilitate direct admission and further studies in Theology, Religious Studies, and related disciplines. This provides graduates with opportunities for academic advancement while deepening their theological expertise. 

Program Structure and Assessment

The DTPS program runs for four semesters and includes coursework in biblical studies, systematic theology, church history, pastoral ministry, and ethics. 

Assessment includes examinations and extended essays, ensuring students develop both critical theological insight and practical ministerial competence. 

At Covenant Theological Academy, we are committed to raising leaders who are not only spiritually and theologically equipped but also prepared to tackle the pressing social and moral dilemmas of the modern world.

Graduates of the DTPS program may:

  • Enter formal ministerial roles within their Christian denomination

  • Pursue undergraduate or advanced studies in Theology, Religious Studies, or other related fields. 

  • Apply theological knowledge to address humanitarian, ethical, and spiritual challenges in society.