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Philosophy of Religion
The Master of Arts in Philosophy of Religion prepares persons for entrance into a PhD program for the purpose of teaching within an academic setting or working within church ministries designed to have an effective voice in the public square. It is also a preparatory degree for those who wish to do work in philosophical theology or in cultural missions.
Students applying to this program must have a Bachelor’s degree with at least a 3.0 GPA, as well as 6 hours of theological studies (an introductory philosophy course is required). All of the prerequisites are at the baccalaureate level or higher.
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
DEGREE REQUIREMENTSThis program includes 4 credit hours from the Master of Arts Research score and 36 hours in the area of Philosophy of Religion.
TOTAL HOURS40 hours
STANDARD COMPLETION TIMERequest Info Apply
What are some courses I will take?
Below is a sample of the required courses. To see a complete list, view the academic catalog.
- PHI 7550 - Critical Thinking and Argumentation for Theological Discourse
- PHI 7610 - Philosophical Theology
- PHI 6550 - Problem of Evil 3
- PHI 7510 - Reality and Knowledge
- PHI 7630 - Philosophy of Religion
What can I do with this degree?
- Teach apologetics in the local church
- Help grow a conversational outreach ministry through the local church
- Teach apologetics at the undergraduate level
- Pursue a Ph.D. in an effort to become a professor
Who Will Teach Me?
