Residency in Global Theological Education

Gulf Theological Seminary

Gulf Theological Seminary trains pastors and church planters for the 10/40 Window. We are affiliated with gospel-centered churches in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Starting with our first classes in 2015, we have seen the Lord bringing a growing number of students from all around the world and now have graduates serving in ministries throughout this region. We are working in partnership with international seminaries and mission organizations, and are pursuing regional accreditation. Currently all classes are taught in English. Past visiting professors have included D.A. Carson, Mark Dever, Tom Schreiner, and others.

LOCATION

Abu Dhabi / Dubai, United Arab Emirates

POSITION

Residency in Global Theological Education

DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities
Gulf Theological Seminary is inviting applications for our Residency in Global Theological Education for the 2026-27 academic year (and subsequent years). Designed for those interested in exploring the possibility of longer-term work in cross-cultural theological education, a commitment of one or two academic years will allow you to serve in a strategic role and learn through (English-speaking) cross-cultural ministry experience. Residents will serve as part of the
GTS team, teaching classes in Bible and theology, and participating in planning, administration, and student care.

Institutional Summary
Gulf Theological Seminary was founded in 2016 to train pastors and church planters for the 10/40 Window. We offer M.Div., M.A., and other programs accredited by the European Council
for Theological Education (ECTE). As of 2025, at sites in Dubai and Abu Dhabi we are training more than two hundred students from thirty different countries. We emphasize theological
education in and for local churches, and are affiliated with Redeemer Church of Dubai, the Evangelical Church of Abu Dhabi, and selected international mission organizations.

EDUCATION LEVEL REQUIRED

Bachelor's Degree in Bible or Theology

MINIMUM LENGTH OF COMMITMENT

1 Year