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New Testament
The Master of Arts in New Testament degree program exists to prepare students for in-depth exegesis from Matthew-Revelation. Students in this program will learn tools to help them faithfully interpret and apply the New Testament text through studying the Greek language, hermeneutics, and theological themes within the New Testament texts. In this program you’ll learn from New Testament and Greek scholars who have been in the field for many years and will provide the expertise you need to be a faithful teacher of the Word, whether in the local Church or in the academy.
Program at a glance
Total hours
49
This program includes 4 credit hours from the Master of Arts core, 36 hours in the New Testament core and 9 hours of New Testament electives.
Additional Admission Requirement
Admission to the MA New Testament presupposes undergraduate preparation consisting of an accredited Bachelor of Arts in a complementary field such as Theology or Biblical Studies. Students must have completed 3 hours of New Testament survey, 3 hours of Old Testament survey, 6 hours of Biblical Hebrew, 6 hours of Biblical Greek, 6 hours of Theological Studies, and 6 hours of Practical Ministry in their undergraduate coursework to be admitted into this program. Students who lack any of the necessary foundational coursework, but have the prerequisite degree, may take the appropriate remedial courses at SEBTS. Applicants for this degree program must meet these and all other normal application requirements for admission to Southeastern.
What are some courses I will take?
Below is a sample of the required courses. To see a complete list, view the academic catalog.
- GRK 6500 - Greek Syntax and Exegesis
- GRK 6510 - Greek Exegesis: [Book]
- GRK 6510 - Greek Exegesis: [Book]
- GRK 6510 - Greek Exegesis: [Book]
- GRK 6600 - Intermediate Greek Exegesis
what can I do with this degree?
- Work as a research assistant for a professor or writer
- Write for Christian literary publications
- Work with research institutions devoted to New Testament studies
- Pursue a Ph.D. in an effort to become a professor
Learn from over 60 professors who know what it's like to be in ministry. Our world-class faculty will teach you how to think critically about the Bible so you can minister faithfully throughout the world.
Who will teach me?