The Graduate Diploma in Christian Ministry (GDCM) builds on the foundation of the GCCM, offering deeper formation for those serving in church or ministry settings. Whether you’re a pastor, ministry worker, or chaplain, GDCM strengthens both heart and hands for long-term, faithful leadership.

Programme Highlights:

  • Core courses in Scripture, church history, and discipleship that ground you theologically and spiritually.
  • Specialised electives in pastoral care, contextual ministry, and ministry foundations
  • Combines theological depth with practical training to support faithful ministry in diverse settings.

    *Students in the Chaplaincy Concentration Track will take TS111 in place of MS101, and complete the Certificate in Spiritual Accompaniment (CSA) offered by BGST’s Centre for Spiritual Formation.

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The GDCM is right for you if:

  • You are a ministry worker or lay leader desiring to serve with greater theological depth and pastoral skill.

  • You are preparing for or already serving in structured ministry settings such as churches, parachurch organisations, or chaplaincy.

  • You are seeking to minister with wisdom, compassion, and cultural awareness in today’s complex ministry landscape.

GDCM Curricula (30 AU)
Course Code
Course Name
Academic Units (AU)
Graduate Certificate Core
HE 101 Biblical Hermeneutics and Interpretation 3
TS 101 Christian Theology for Everyday Life 3
CS 102 Christian Spirituality 2: Practicum (Practicum Credit) 1.5
IS 100 Everyday Christianity 1.5
MM 100 Discerning Your Life 1.5
Graduate Diploma Core
OT 101 Old Testament Foundations 1 3
NT 101 New Testament Foundations 1 
 3
CH 101 Christian History, Thought & Culture 1 3
MM 101

Discipleship in the City: Purpose and Practice

 1.5
Electives
IS 211 Navigating Christian Life in Multi-Religious Asia
 3
MS 131 Pastoral Care 1: Ministry in Daily Life
 1.5
MS 132 Pastoral Care 2: End of Life Issues
 1.5
MS 101* Basics of Christian Ministry 
 1.5

Free Electives 1.5

*Students on the Chaplaincy Concentration Track will take TS111 (3 AU) in lieu of MS101, and are also required to complete the Certificate in Spiritual Accompaniment (CSA) offered by BGST’s Centre for Spiritual Formation.

Programme Information

  • Programme Duration

    1 Year (Full-time)

    4 years (Part-time)

  • Programme Fee

    GDCM Full Programme Fee: S$7,150

    3 Academic Units Course Fee:
    S$650 (Credit)

    1.5 Academic Units Course Fee:
    S$325 (Credit)

    *For CS102, as each student shall receive one-on-one mentoring from a Spiritual Mentor, the fee for this 1.5 AU course is S$650

  • Credits Required

    30

    25.5 AU (Core)

    4.5 AU (Elective)

Minimum Qualifications &
Admission Pre-requisites

  • A BGST Certificate with a minimum average grade of B minus (B-).

  • A Bachelor degree from a recognised institution or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5; those who do not possess a first degree may take a BGST class for audit or credit before deciding to enter into a programme.

  • Applicants who have completed previous biblical or theological studies may be able to apply for credit transfers or obtain advance standing; approval for such applications will be at the discretion of BGST.

  • English proficiency will be considered for international students : TOEFL Required Scores: • Paper-based = 550 points • Computer-based = 213 points • Internet-based = 78 points | IELTS Required Score: 6

  • Personal and spiritual aspects of the applicant will be considered.

Graduation Requirements

  • Submitted a completed Application for Graduation form to the Registrar’s Office by March 31st of the year they wish to graduate in.

  • Satisfactorily completed all requirements (30 Credits) for the programme by April 30th of the year they wish to graduate in.

  • Attained a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.8.

  • No outstanding payments to BGST.