Core Curriculum, Divinity
Master of Divinity
By the time of graduation, all ISM/YDS students in the Master of Divinity program will have taken one 3-credit course from ISM faculty in EACH of the following areas:
- Sacred Music
- Worship
- Religion and the Arts (Visual Arts or Literature)
- One other ISM course. This course requirement may be fulfilled by participation for one year in anyof the listed vocal ensembles.*
Master of Arts in Religion
This two-year program offers the opportunity to prepare for new and special forms of ministry that do not require ordination. Students may elect to complete either a comprehensive program that introduces the basic theological disciplines, or a concentrated program of study in preparation for one of the many forms of lay ministry or service.
Master of Arts in Religion (Comprehensive)
The Comprehensive M.A.R. Program emphasizes general studies in the basic theological disciplines without stressing ordination as a goal. Institute students in this program use their electives for further graduate-level study in music and the arts. Some matriculate in doctoral programs in religious studies or musicology. By the time of graduation, all ISM/YDS students in the Master of Arts in Religion comprehensive program will have taken four 3-credit courses from ISM faculty. One course may be substituted with participation for one year in one of the listed vocal ensembles.*
Master of Arts in Religion (Concentrated)
The Concentrated M.A.R. program in Religion and the Arts (either the visual arts, literature, or music) or in Liturgical Studies integrates basic course work at the Divinity School with studies on the graduate level within the professional schools and the Graduate School department appropriate to the concentration. Undergraduate preparation in the concentration sufficient for work on the graduate level is required.
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Master of Arts in Religion (Liturgical Studies Concentrate and S.T.M.) / click here
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Master of Arts in Religion (Religion and the Arts Concentrate) / click here
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Master of Arts in Religion (all other concentrates)
By the time of graduation, all ISM/YDS students in all concentrates other than those listed above will have taken at least two 3-credit courses from ISM faculty. (Participation in a vocal ensemble does not count toward this requirement.)
Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.)
Graduates of theological schools of recognized standing who have obtained the M.DIV. degree or equivalent may be admitted to a program of studies leading to the Master of Sacred Theology (S.T.M.) degree. / click here
TRANSFER STUDENTS
All YDS students who transfer to the ISM shall attend the ISM Colloquium for the remaining time in their program. The requirements for the number of ISM courses and the Colloquium presentation may be adjusted. The students are otherwise required to fulfill all curricular requirements expected of ISM students.
* Vocal Ensembles fulfilling requirements for Divinity students:
Marquand Choir
Marquand Gospel Choir
Recital Chorus
Repertory Chorus
Yale Schola Cantorum
Yale Camerata
(updated June 9, 2009)
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