About Rikkyo Graduate School of
Christian StudiesRikkyo University’s Christian Studies
Two courses in the Graduate School
Research Course in Christian Studies
This course emphasizes research and education in Christian Thought, Theology, Hebrew Scripture and New Testament, as well as Christian Art.
- Degrees granted:
Master of Theology, Master of Arts （two-year programs）
Doctor of Theology, Doctor of Philosophy （three-year programs）
Bishop Williams Course
This course is tailored for people presently working in a Christian-related field. It allows students to obtain a Master of Applied Theology degree in one year. Through this course students will conduct practical research and studies in either Church Music or NGO-NPO-related activities.
For International Students
As a general rule, classes at Rikkyo University are conducted in Japanese, and international students are expected to complete the prescribed curriculum under the same conditions as other students. Degree candidates must, therefore, be sufficiently proficient in Japanese.
Students matriculate in April, at the beginning of the academic year.
Students matriculate in April, at the beginning of the academic year.
About Rikkyo University
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