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M.A. in Theology Curriculum

Curriculum

This is an example. Please note that the most current and official curriculum information is found in our Course Catalog. The M.A. in Theology (44 credit hours) provides students with a course of graduate theological study within an interdisciplinary, liberal arts context.

Master of Arts in Theology Curriculum (44 Credit Hours)

Core Courses (28 Credits)

  1. BITH 533. Exploring the Old Testament (4 credits) or BITH 638. Old Testament Theology (4)
  2. BITH 555. Exploring the New Testament (4) or BITH 648. New Testament Theology (4)
  3. BITH 565. Christian Theology (4)
  4. BITH 566. Foundations for Biblical Interpretation (4)
  5. BITH 578. Global Church History (4)
  6. BITH 627. World Religions (4)
  7. BITH 675. Advanced Systematic Theology (4)

Concentrations (12 Credits)

Students may choose from one of the following concentrations and take twelve credits in the specialized area.

Systematic Theology Concentration

  • BITH 676. Seminar Systematic Theology (take 8 total credits)
  • Electives (any 500- or 600-level BITH course) (take 8 total credits)

Ecclesial Theology Concentration: Offered in partnership with the Center for Pastor Theologians.

  • BITH 685. Seminar in Ecclesial Theology (take 8 total credits)
  • Electives (any 500- or 600-level BITH course) (take 8 total credits)

Historical Theology Concentration:

  • BITH 679. Seminar in Historical Theology (take 8 total credits)
  • Electives (any 500- or 600-level BITH course) (take 8 total credits)

General Concentration

  • Electives (any 500- or 600-level BITH course) (take 16 total credits)

Capstone Elements

  • BITH 692. Graduate Comprehensive Examination (0)

Interested in pursuing a Ph.D.?

Students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Theology or a related field are strongly encouraged to take the following for elective credit:

  • BITH 684. Methods in Scholarship (0)
  • BITH 505. Language Study (4). French or German.

In addition, here is valuable input from our faculty on pursuing Ph.D. studies and crafting a strong research proposal.

Theology Comprehensive Exam Study Guide

Comprehensive Exams are offered twice each academic year, once during the fall and spring semesters. Students must register for BITH 692, Comprehensive Exam, in the semester in which they plan to take the exam.


Theology Comprehensive Exam Study Guide