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Academic Programs

Nurturing faithful scholars grounded in the rich heritage of the Orthodox Church

Our Educational Mission

At St. Frumentius Abba Selama Kessate Berhan Theological College, we are dedicated to nurturing faithful scholars, clergy, and theologians deeply grounded in the rich traditional heritage of the Orthodox Church (Ethiopia, Tigray) and the Universal Orthodox Tradition. Our programs combine rigorous academic study with spiritual formation, preparing disciples for services in the Church and the wider community.

Degree Programs

Explore our comprehensive theological education programs designed to form well-rounded disciples equipped for ministry, teaching, and continued theological study.

Undergraduate Program

Diploma in Theology

3 Years

The Diploma in Theology is a three-year program that provides a solid foundation in general theology.

"Forming well-rounded disciples equipped for ministry, teaching, and continued theological study."
Historical Theology (Church History, EOTC History)
Practical Theology (Homiletics, Liturgy)
Doctrinal Theology (Dogma)
Moral Theology (Christian Ethics)
Undergraduate Program

Bachelor of Theology

4 Years

The Bachelor of Theology is a four-year undergraduate program offering an in-depth exploration of general theology with introductory courses in Biblical languages.

"Fostering a deep and balanced understanding of Orthodox theology, tradition, and pastoral practice."
Biblical Languages (Arabic, Greek, Hebrew)
Historical and Doctrinal Theology
Ethics and Practical Theology
Liturgy and Pastoral Practice
Andemta Program

Commentary on the Old Testament

5 Years

The five-year Andemta program on the Old Testament offers a complete study of the Ethiopian traditional commentary on all Old Testament books.

"Cultivating a deep appreciation for the continuity of divine revelation and theological wisdom."
Complete study of Old Testament books
Ethiopian traditional commentary
Scriptural interpretation
Traditional scholarship
Andemta Program

Commentary on the New Testament

4 Years

This four-year traditional Andemta program focuses on the Ethiopian Orthodox exegetical tradition of the New Testament.

"Gaining profound insights into the Spiritual, theological, and linguistic dimensions of Holy Scripture."
Commentary on all New Testament books
Ethiopian Orthodox exegetical tradition
Spiritual and theological dimensions
Linguistic analysis of Scripture
Specialized Program

Commentary on Patristic Books

This program is devoted to the study of the Patristic Fathers—their writings, theology, and enduring influence on the Orthodox faith and Christianity.

"Examining contributions to the development of doctrine, spirituality, and ecclesial identity."
Writings of the Patristic Fathers
Theology and thought of early Church Fathers
Development of doctrine
Spirituality and ecclesial identity
Specialized Program

Commentary on the Books of Monks

The commentary on the Books of Monks provides a detailed study of the Ethiopian Orthodox monastic tradition.

"Engaging deeply with the values of humility, prayer, obedience, and spiritual discipline."
Ethiopian Orthodox monastic tradition
Spiritual and ethical dimensions
Ascetical dimensions of monastic life
Monastic vocation within the Church

Certificate Programs

In addition to our degree programs, we offer specialized certificate programs for focused study in key areas of theological education.

  • One year program in Theology - Comprehensive foundation in theological studies
  • One year in Geez - Mastery of the ancient liturgical language
  • One year in Bahire Hasab - Specialized study in ecclesiastical calculations

These certificate programs are designed for those seeking focused theological education without committing to a full degree program.

Theological Studies

Begin Your Theological Journey

Join our community of faithful scholars and deepen your understanding of Orthodox tradition

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"The purpose of theology is not to fill the mind with knowledge, but to open the heart to God's presence and transform lives through divine wisdom."

- St. Frumentius