Master of Arts
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Course Overview
Registration opens on 19 July
Course Duration: 2 Years 8 Months
Study Mode: Online Live via Zoom
Start – End Date: 5 Jan 2026 – September 2028
The Master of Arts (MA) is designed to provide a comprehensive postgraduate-level education, drawing on SOT’s established expertise, while expanding to include general subjects of interest to the students. The programme’s coursework aims to offer an advanced body of knowledge and professional application in various contexts. Graduates will gain an in-depth understanding of the Christian worldview and its integration with vocation and community. They will develop skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication, along with advanced theoretical knowledge and its practical application. The Master of Arts is designed to produce graduates who can effectively apply their knowledge and skills in diverse professional settings, demonstrating intellectual independence, responsibility, and collaboration, as well as a strong foundation in both theory and practice.
The Master of Arts programme is open to Christians who hold a Bachelor’s degree with English as the medium of instruction.
Accreditations

Our onsite and online programmes are obtained and accredited through our partnership with Alphacrucis University College located in Sydney Australia. These programmes include our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and diploma course.
Course Structure
Our course structure is thoughtfully designed to equip students with both spiritual depth and theological training. It aims to develop spiritually grounded and theologically equipped individuals for ministry and service.
Systematic Theology I:
Faith and Purpose
Jesus and the Gospels:
Gospel of Mark
Systematic Theology II:
Christ and Salvation
Historical Books of the Old Testament
Systematic Theology III:
Pneumatology, Ecclesiology, Eschatology
Acts of the Apostles
Biblical Ethics
World Religion
Foundations of
Pastoral Ministry:
Caring for Souls
Theology and Theory of Leadership
Christian Spirituality: Spiritual Formation
Discipleship:
Spiritual Direction
Globalization of Pentecostalism
Pneumatology
(Advanced)
Pentecostal Theologies
Independent Guided Research
Why You Should Enrol
Deepen Biblical Foundation and Spiritual Maturity
Grow deep in Scripture through solid Pentecostal teaching and hands-on ministry training that cultivates maturity and Spirit-empowered living.
Discover and Develop Ministry Calling
Be equipped for church, missions, or the marketplace with Spirit-led leadership and ministry training.
Experience Discipleship and Impartation
Thrive in a vibrant spiritual community shaped by prayer, mentoring, and ministry that brings personal growth and lasting impact.
Grow from Foundation to Mastery

Required courses to take before advancing
Admission Criteria
Academic Entry Requirements
Applicants should meet the following criteria
Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree with English as the medium of instruction.
If the degree was not conducted in English, applicants are required to submit an IELTS (or equivalent) score with an overall band of 7.0, and no individual component below 6.5.
General Admissions Details
City Harvest Church Members
- Must have two recommendations: One from your Pastor/Pastoral Supervisor and the other from your Cell Group Leader.
- Must pass an entrance interview.
Non-City Harvest Church Student
- Must have two recommendations: One from your Senior Pastor and the other from another Pastor from your Church.
- Must be a member (at least 1 year) in good standing with your Church.
- Must pass an entrance interview.
Pre-Application Checklist
Complete the Application Form
Ensure that all sections of the application form are fully completed. Answer each question clearly and thoroughly within the spaces provided.
Provide Recommenders’ Details (Non-CHC Student)
The email addresses of your 2 non-CHC recommenders must be indicated on your application form. Recommendation Forms are required for the entrance interview. Kindly ensure that your referees are expedient and thorough in completing the online Recommendation form sent by SOT.
Upload Academic Documents
Upload a copy of your certificate and transcript of your Bachelor’s degree and any higher qualifications.
Submit English Proficiency Results (if applicable)
If your degree or higher qualification was not conducted in English, you are required to submit your IELTS (or equivalent) results.
Registration Fee
Registration Fee must be paid in full.
Submission of your application does not guarantee automatic admission to SOT. You will be contacted for an interview by a member of our SOT Interview Team or by your CHC Zone Pastor / Pastoral Supervisor.
Please do not tender your resignation to your current employer until you have received an official letter of acceptance from SOT via email. We will notify you of the outcome of your application via email.
How to Apply
Applicants must hold at least a Bachelor’s Degree with English as the medium of instruction.
If the degree was not conducted in English, applicants are required to submit an IELTS (or equivalent) score with an overall band of 7.0, and no individual component below 6.5.
- Your photograph, Passport biodata page and NRIC (for Singaporean students only) must be uploaded on the Application form. Forms without photographs, Passport biodata page and NRIC (for Singaporean students only) will not be accepted.
- A copy of your certificate and result transcript of your Bachelor’s Degree will also need to be uploaded.
Registration Fee
Students are to pay a non-refundable registration fee of SGD60 (with GST) upon registration.
Total Course Fees
SGD12,000 (with GST)
Important Notes:
- The course fees include Online Lectures, Course Credits and Student Notes. Reference Books for assignments are not included.
- Students may pay the entire course fees in a lump sum or in five instalments (January 2026, June 2026, January 2027, June 2027, January 2028).
- Payment should be made within the first five days of the payment month.
Payment Method
Course fees and registration fee are payable online at the SOT Payment Portal, with the following steps:
- Log in to SOT Payment Portal with your application ID, name and email.
- Select the category of payment.
- Click “Submit” and follow the on-screen instructions.
Note: Only credit card payments are accepted.
SOT reserves the right to change or amend course fees, academic calendar and/or course structure at any time during the academic year at its own discretion.
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Academic Entry Requirements
Applicants should meet the following criteria
Have obtained at least a GCE O-level certificate or its equivalent; or have at least 3 years of work experience at the time of application.
General Admissions Details
CHC Members
- Must have two recommendations: One from your Pastor/Pastoral Supervisor and the other from your Cell Group Leader.
- Must be attending Cell Group and Service regularly for at least a year.
- Must be an Ordinary Member (OM) and above.
- Must pass an entrance interview.
Non-City Harvest Church Student
- Must have two recommendations: One from your Senior Pastor and the other from another Pastor from your Church.
- Must be a member (at least 1 year) in good standing with his/her Church.
- Must pass an entrance interview.
Pre-Application Checklist
- The application form must be completely filled. Answer every question as explicitly as possible within the spaces provided.
- The email addresses of your 2 Recommenders for non-CHC recommenders must be indicated on your application form before we can process your application. The Recommendation Forms are required for your entrance interview. Please help to ensure that your recommending referees are expedient and thorough in completing the online Recommendation form sent by SOT.
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