L.Th. in Youth Ministry

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L.Th. in Youth Ministry

Advanced formation for ministry with young people

2 Years

Duration

6 Trimesters

Programme structure

76 Credits

Total academic load

Youth Ministry

Specialization

Programme Overview

Specialized formation for ministry with young people

The Licentiate in Theology (L.Th.) with specialization in Youth Ministry offers advanced theological, pastoral and practical formation for those preparing for specialized ministry with young people.

The programme combines theological foundations, youth ministry skills, youth spirituality, counselling, pastoral experience and theological research. It is structured over two years in six trimesters and comprises 76 credits.

Programme at a Glance

Duration	2 Years
Structure	6 Trimesters
Credits	76
Specialization	Youth Ministry
Practical	Youth Animation Fieldwork
Final	Research Thesis & Defence

Four Pillars of the Programme

Theology, specialization, practice and research come together in one formation for ministry with young people.

Theological & Pastoral Foundations

Pastoral theology, youth ministry, catechesis, Scripture, moral formation, the psychology and sociology of religion, and communication.

Youth Ministry Specialization

Youth animation, counselling, youth spirituality and juvenile jurisprudence, with educational theory and the Salesian pedagogical method.

Seminars & Fieldwork

Scientific methodology, statistics and empirical research, leading to a 100–120 page thesis and its defence.

Research & Thesis

Scientific methodology, statistics and empirical research, leading to a 100–120 page thesis and its defence.

What You Will Study

Three strands of study run through the two years.

01 Strand 1 · Foundations

Theological & Pastoral Foundations

A strong theological and pastoral base for ministry in Faith Formation and Youth Ministry.

Areas of Study

Pastoral Theology
Youth Ministry
Catechetics
History of Catechesis and Youth Ministry
Youth Catechesis
Bible in Pastoral Ministry
Moral Formation
Theological Anthropology
Psychology and Sociology of Religion
Communication for Pastoral Ministry

02 Strand 2 · Specialization

Youth Ministry Specialization

The heart of the programme: skills and spirituality for working with young people, grounded in educational theory and method.

Areas of Study

Youth Animation
Youth Counselling
Skills in Youth Ministry
Youth Spirituality
Juvenile Jurisprudence
Theory of Education
Salesian Pedagogical Method

03 Strand 3 · Practice

Seminars & Practical Experience

Reflection and hands-on experience that turn study into ministry.

Areas of Training

Youth Groups and Movements
Urban Youth Culture
Pastoral Care of Migrant Youth
Practical Fieldwork in Youth Animation

Optional studies include value education, liturgy, Indian society, pastoral management, spiritual direction of youth and youth liturgy.

Academic Structure

The academic year is divided into three trimesters.

76CREDITS

Two Years June – March each year

Six Trimesters, Two Years

Students are expected to attend prescribed classes, complete required evaluations and fulfil the requirements for the final thesis and defence.

Full Curriculum

76 credits across six components. Open any section to see its courses.

Basic Courses Specialization Optional Seminars Practical Final Thesis

Basic Courses30 credits

Fundamentals of Pastoral Theology2 Credits
Fundamentals of Youth Ministry3 Credits
Fundamentals of Catechetics3 Credits
History of Catechesis and Youth Ministry2 Credits
Youth Catechesis2 Credits
Bible in Pastoral Ministry2 Credits
Moral formation and Pastoral Ministry2 Credits
Theological Anthropology in Pastoral Ministry2 Credits
Psychology of Religion2 Credits
Sociology of Religion2 Credits
Announcing Christ in a Multi Religious Context2 Credits
Theory of Communication and Pastoral Ministry2 Credits
Skills in Communication4 Credits

Courses of Specialization14 credits

Youth Animation2 Credits
Youth Counselling2 Credits
Skills in Youth Ministry2 Credits
Youth Spirituality2 Credits
Juvenile Jurisprudence2 Credits
Theory of Education2 Credits
Salesian Pedagogical Method2 Credits

Optional Courses6 credits

Value Education2 Credits
Liturgy in Pastoral Care2 Credits
Analysis of Indian Society2 Credits
Organization & Management in Pastoral Care2 Credits
Spiritual Direction of Youth2 Credits
Youth Liturgy2 Credits

Seminars9 credits

Youth Groups and Movements3 Credits
Urban Youth Culture3 Credits
Pastoral Care of Migrant Youth3 Credits

Practical Experiences in Youth Animation5 credits

Fieldwork5 Credits

Final Thesis12 credits

Final Thesis12 Credits

Mandatory Prerequisite CoursesRequired

Methodology of Scientific Work
Statistics
Introduction to Empirical Research
Modern Language: Italian / German

Research & Our Sister Institution

How the programme concludes, and where to apply.

100–120 pp.

Research thesis

Scientific Work

Methodology

Statistics

Prerequisite course

Empirical

Intro to Empirical Research

Italian / German

Modern language

Research & Thesis

Research forms an integral part of the programme. Students undertake preparation in Methodology of Scientific Work, Statistics, Introduction to Empirical Research, and Modern Language: Italian or German.

The programme concludes with a 100–120 page research thesis, prepared under the guidance of an approved professor, followed by a successful dissertation defence. Participation in college seminars during the programme is also required.

Visvadeep & Kristu Jyoti College

Visvadeep and Kristu Jyoti College are sister institutions with a shared vision for theological and pastoral formation. The two institutions work closely together, with faculty and resource persons serving in both institutions.

Admission and application are handled through Kristu Jyoti College.

Eligibility & Documents Required

What you need to apply for the L.Th. in Liturgy.

1 · Eligibility

Who can apply

Applicants seeking admission to the L.Th. programme should possess a Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) degree.

Applicants who do not hold a recognised B.Th. degree should have:

Completed a two- or three-year Philosophy course in a religious studentate or major seminary.
Completed the B.Th. course in a studentate of Theology or seminary, or a three-year course in Theological Reflection.
Appeared for and qualified in the qualifying examination, if they do not possess a recognised B.Th. degree.

2 · Documents Required

What to submit

Applicants must submit the following documents at the time of admission:

Two attested photocopies of the complete mark list and certificate of the Philosophy course, in A4 size.

Two attested photocopies of the mark list and certificate of the B.Th. course, in A4 size.

Three passport-size photographs.

Ten stamp-size photographs.

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