Master of Arts in Theological Studies - Theological Studies Track - Online
Online USA
DURATION
40 Hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 620 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance learning
* for Graduate Technology Fee: $250 per semester
Introduction
The Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) is an integrated approach to Christian theological graduate education designed to prepare students for enhanced ministry, both lay and vocational, in their churches, and to prepare those who want to pursue further graduate study. In addition, we have several students in the program with non-theological vocational callings who study with us to enrich their spiritual journey.
We value and draw from our Baptist heritage, but our faculty and students represent a range of evangelical traditions and denominations. Thus, we welcome anyone who would wish to study with us. Coursework exposes students to key questions and concerns in the fields of biblical studies, theology, and practical ministry.
Drawing from our specific focus on the Bible, graduates of the MATS program from HCU can responsibly bring the ancient texts of Christian Scripture into dialogue with historical, theological, and contemporary concerns.
Distinctions of the Theology Online Degree
Our Theology online degree still allows for close interaction with experienced faculty in small, seminar-style classes. Students in the Theology Masters online program will be personally challenged to grow intellectually and spiritually as servant leaders. Our Theology Masters online classes still allow us to get to know you personally.
Online students discuss texts together in the community, allowing us all to learn from the diverse ministry experiences of those in the classroom. This encourages deeper engagement with texts and ideas, and it prepares online students for PhD discussion seminars.
Admissions
Curriculum
To earn a Master of Arts in Theological Studies, 40 semester hours are required.
Core Methods:
- CHRI 5305 Theological Inquiry
- CHRI 5300* or CHRI 5000+ Introduction to Biblical Texts and Doctrines* (or) CHRI 5000+
*Candidates must take CHRI 5300 if they have no previous academic work in Theology and Bible (6)
Biblical Studies:
- CHRI 5310 or CHRI 6315 Christian Scriptures I (Pentateuch) (or) Christian Scriptures III (Prophets)
- CHRI 5315 or CHRI 6320 Christian Scriptures II (Gospels) (or) Christian Scriptures IV (Paul)
- CHRI 5360 or CHRI 5350 Old Testament Theology (or) New Testament Theology (9)
Theological Studies:
- CHRI 5330 History of Christianity
- CHRI 5311 Hermeneutics
- CHRI 5340 Systematic Theology (9)
Spiritual Formation:
- CHRI 5190 Spiritual Formation (4)
Electives:
- 12 hours of CHRI 5000+ from courses not already taken above, 6 of which may be GREK/HEBR/ARAM/LING 5000+ OR Thesis (thesis is at invitation of professor) (12)
Total Hours in the Master of Arts in Theological Studies: 40
English Language Requirements
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