Curriculum
Areas of Study
Curriculum Roadmap
The curriculum at City Seminary is thorough, rigorous and broad. Based upon the classical approach once embraced by most Protestant seminaries, the school emphasizes core subjects a well-prepared minister needs, divided into classical divisions:
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Current Courses
Third Trimester 2026 (Begins Aug. 31, 2026)
NT 131 – Intermediate Greek Grammar. Thursdays, 6:30PM-8:20PM (US PDT) Rev. Lane Keister
Study of Greek syntax: cases, moods, and tenses. The purpose is to acquaint the reader of the Greek New Testament with the linguistic constructions found in the New Testament. Prerequisite: NT 102. (2 credit hours)
RW 101 – Research and Writing Methods. Tuesdays, 5:30PM-6:20PM (US PDT) Rev. Colin Samul
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of theological research, academic writing, and proper documentation for seminary-level work. It is designed especially for students with little or no prior experience in research writing. The goal of this course is to equip students to engage in developing a thesis and defending their thesis through long form argumentation. The course will especially prepare them to engage in essay writing for biblical, historical, systematic, and apologetic courses at City Seminary. *Required for all new students. (1 credit hour)
ST 191/591 – Prolegomena. Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:20 PM (US PDT) Dr. Joel Wood.
An examination of theological method, the nature of Biblical revelation, verbal inspiration, inerrancy and infallibility. (A working familiarity with ancient and modern philosophy would be helpful). **This course uses a flipped-classroom format. Students complete assigned readings, pre-recorded lectures, and other preparatory work before each class session. There are fewer live lecture sessions, as scheduled in the syllabus. Class time is devoted primarily to faculty-guided discussion, theological reflection, collaborative learning, and the practical application of course concepts. Students should expect consistent preparation and active participation.*Required for all students. (2 credit hours)
ST 312/712 – Creeds & Confessions of the Reformation. Tuesdays, 6:30 PM – 8:20PM (US PDT) Rev. Michael Voytek
A study of the creeds and confessions produced during the Protestant Reformation, especially the Three Forms of Unity and the Westminster Standards. (2 credit hours)
PT 351 – Clinical Pastoral Education II. begins August 31, 2026. Rev. John Sawtelle
Fulfills CPE Unit 2 requirements for certified chaplaincy, including not less than 400 hours composed of classroom and one-on-one instruction, and fieldwork. Fieldwork may include internship hours.
Mark the Date:
- Aug. 3, 2026 – Registration for Third Trimester opens
- Aug. 24, 2026 – Registration Deadline
- Aug. 31, 2026 – Third Trimester Begins
- TBD – Midterms Begin
- Dec. 7 – 11, 2026 – Last Week of Classes