Daniel L. Akin
Master of Arts (Research)
Christian Studies
The Master of Arts Christian Studies (MACS) is a Seminary degree that provides a graduate level introduction to the theological disciplines
The Master of Arts Christian Studies (MACS) is a Seminary degree that provides a graduate level introduction to the theological disciplines
The Master of Arts in Christian Studies degree program exists to equip believers with a biblical and theological foundation for ministry. This degree can be done completely online and will provide introductory graduate-level courses in theology, Bible exposition, Christian ethics, and more. Learn from professors who know God’s Word, love his Church, and want to equip you to apply it wherever you go. Students who graduate with this degree will gain practical and biblical foundations for life and ministry.
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Fully Online
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On-Campus
Southeastern equipped me to love the local church and to have the Great Commission in the heartbeat and the DNA of the church that I pastor.
MA in Context
What can I do with this degree?
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Teach Christian studies in a Christian educational context
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Write for Christian literary publications
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Work in the non-profit sector
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Pursue a Ph.D. in an effort to become a professor
What courses will I take?
MA Research Core
- SEM 5000 – Introduction to Seminary Education
- EVA 5150 – Disciplemaking: Personal Evangelism and Discipleship
- MIS 5100 – Christian Missions: Principles and Practice
Christian Studies
Biblical Studies
- NTS 5110 – New Testament Introduction and Interpretation I: Jesus and the Gospels
- NTS 5120 – New Testament Introduction and Interpretation II: Acts, Epistles, and Revelation
- OTS 5110 – Old Testament Introduction and Interpretation I: Pentateuch and Former Prophets
- OTS 5120 – Old Testament Introduction and Interpretation II: Latter Prophets and Writings
Theological Studies
- ETH 5100 – Introduction to Christian Ethics
- PHI 5100 – Christian Philosophy: Worldview, Western Thought, and Apologetics
- THE 6110 – Christian Theology I
- THE 6120 – Christian Theology II
Christian History
- HIS 5130 – Baptist History: Identity, Heritage, and Polity
Bible Exposition
Choose one of the following courses:
- CED 6300 – Bible Exposition for Ministry to Women I
- PRS 6100 – Bible Exposition I: Hermeneutics and Preparation
- Course is offered in an EQUIP format (e.g., PRS 6101 – Bible Exposition I: Hermeneutics and Preparation Practicum).
Hermeneutics
- BTI 5100 – Hermeneutics
Research Project
- GEN 7500 – MA Research Project
