Master of Divinity (MDiv) in Waterloo Canada | Wilfrid Laurier University

The Master of Divinity (MDiv) program equips students with both academic knowledge and practical skills for a fulfilling career in Christian ministry.

Designed to prepare individuals for parish, institutional, and administrative roles, the curriculum covers theology, biblical studies, counseling, ethics, church history, worship practices, and leadership. The MDiv program offers two tracks: contextual and coursework. Completion time ranges from 24 to 36 months, varying by chosen track and study intensity (full-time or part-time).

The coursework track suits those currently engaged in ministry or pursuing non-congregational vocations, enabling students to select specialized electives instead of completing internships and seminars required in the contextual track.

All MDiv students at Luther begin in the coursework track by default, which comprises 25 courses plus a Spiritual and Personal Formation (SPE) unit. The SPE component typically occurs in a clinical environment during the second year or as a concentrated summer program.