Masters of Biblical Studies

MASTER OF BIBLICAL STUDIES

Ministry Track

The Master of Biblical Studies Program (M.B.S.) is designed for maximum flexibility, combining a strong Biblical studies component with high-quality academics for the graduate student. The student can choose from a wide variety of courses that fit their needs and interests. The program is specially designed for individuals already in ministry who wish to improve their ministry skills and those who are in a transition to ministry or who hope to do so in the future.

 

Applicants for the degree programs must have earned a baccalaureate degree from an approved college or university, or its equivalent. The student’s undergraduate overall grade point average must be 2.0 or higher.

 

The 36 credit hours (non-thesis), degree program can be earned entirely online or through a combination of on-campus and online formats. All applicants must have completed a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited or approved college or university.

RECOMMENDED CORE COURSES

RESEARCH AND WRITING

*RSTE 6601 – Introduction to Theological Research and Writing (3)

BIBLICAL LANGUAGES (6)

BLGK 1201 – Greek 1 (3) & BLGK 1202 – Greek 2 (3)

or ELECTIVES (6) ____________ (3) & ____________ (3)

BIBLICAL INTRODUCTIONS (3)

BSBI 2000 – Introduction to the Bible (3)

OT BIBLICAL STUDIES (6)

BSOT 2101 – The Pentateuch (3)

BSOT 2102 – Historical Books (3)

NT BIBLICAL STUDIES (3)

BSNT 2501 – Synoptic Gospels & Acts (3)

MINISTRY SKILLS (3)

MSEM 5001 – Personal Evangelism (3)

THEOLOGICAL STUDIES (9)

TSBT 6001 – Spiritual Life (3)

TSBT 6004 – Hermeneutics (3)

TSST 6401 – Introduction to Systematic Theology 1 (3)

TSST 6402 – Introduction to Systematic Theology 2 (3)

36 Credit Hours

POTENTIAL MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES 

A Master of Biblical Studies degree prepares a student to pursue a position with a local church, Christian organizations, or Christian schools. 

  • Pastor
  • Associate Pastor
  • Youth Pastor
  • College Pastor
  • Pastor of Small Groups
  • Pastor of Christian Education
  • Christian Education Director
  • Small Group Director
  • Bible Teacher for a Christian School
  • Missionary
  • Evangelist
  • Church Planter

The academic dean must approve permission to waive a recommended core course.

*RSTE 6601 – Introduction to Theological Research and Writing (3) – This course must be completed in the first semester.

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