Master Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies - Phoenix Seminary
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Master of Arts
In Biblical and Theological Studies
This program is available 100% online,  in our traditional campus setting, or a hybrid of both. The flexibility this degree provides is ideal for students currently serving in churches or parachurch organizations, allowing them to obtain graduate Biblical and Theological education while learning practical ministry skills in their current church or parachurch ministry contexts. Courses completed in this program may be transferred to other programs such as the Master of Divinity.
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Think Biblically, Independently and Constructively.
This degree is also an ideal option for those in secular vocations who want to do graduate studies in Bible and Theology. Those whose work requires frequent travel can log in anywhere with broadband internet access. While pursuing the Master of Arts (Biblical and Theological Studies) you will engage with an outstanding faculty in the systematic study of Scripture and theology, be exposed to contemporary theological issues, and learn to think biblically, independently and constructively. Campus students will also be directed by a Seminary mentor or local church mentor during their training for the personal development of Christ-like character.
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Train For a Lifetime of Faithful Ministry
An ideal option for those in secular vocations who want to do graduate studies in Bible and Theology
Program Requirements
48 credit hours with a wide range of classes and elective courses.
Student Learning Outcomes
Our robust program provides the education you need for a lifetime of faithful ministry.
Degree Program
An ideal option for those who want to do graduate studies in Bible and Theology.
Spiritual Formation: 3 Credits Total
SF500
The Life of the Mind and the Love of God
Biblical Literature: 15 Credits Total
BL515
Hermeneutics: Principles of Interpretation
BL511
Old Testament 1: Genesis to Esther
BL512
Old Testament 2: Job to Malachi
BL513
New Testament 1: Matthew to Acts
BL514
New Testament 2: Romans to Revelation
Theology: 9 Credits Total
TH511
Prolegomena, Scripture, and God
TH512
Humanity, Sin, History of Salvation, Person and Work of Christ
TH513
Salvation, Church, and Last Things
Church History: 6 Credits Total
CH511
Church History 1
CH512
Church History 2
Biblical Languages: 6 Credits Total
NT512
New Testament Greek 1
NT513
New Testament Greek 2
OR
OT512
Old Testament Hebrew 1
OT513
Old Testament Hebrew 2
BL/TH/NT/OT/CH Electives: 6
BL/TH/NT/OT/CH
Elective Course 1
BL/TH/NT/OT/CH
Elective Course 2
Culminating Requirement: 3 Credits Total
TH588
Capstone
Total Credits: 48
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Arts (Biblical and Theological Studies) should be able to:
Know and apply Scripture using proper hermeneutical principles;
Articulate sound doctrine according to historic Christian orthodoxy;
Demonstrate competency in research skills for an academic study of the Scriptures and Christian theology.
Degree Program
The Master of Arts (Biblical and Theological Studies) is available 100% online or in our traditional campus setting.  The flexibility this degree provides is ideal for students currently serving in churches or parachurch organizations, allowing them to obtain graduate Biblical and Theological education while learning practical ministry skills in their current church or parachurch ministry contexts. Courses completed in this program may be transferred to other programs such as the Master of Divinity. This degree is also an ideal option for those in secular vocations who want to do graduate studies in Bible and Theology. Those whose work requires frequent travel can log in anywhere with broadband internet access.
While pursuing the Master of Arts (Biblical and Theological Studies) you will engage with an outstanding faculty in the systematic study of Scripture and theology, be exposed to contemporary theological issues, and learn to think biblically, independently and constructively. Campus students will also be directed by a Seminary mentor or local church mentor during their training for the personal development of Christ-like character.
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