Benjamin L. Merkle
Master of Arts (Research)
New Testament
The purpose of the Master of Arts New Testament is to enable students to accurately interpret and faithfully apply the New Testament text by increasing their (1) competency in the Greek language, (2) facility in sound hermeneutical principles, and (3) ability to synthesize key theological themes. It will prepare students for faithful interpretation of Scripture in various ministry settings, and for advanced academic study of New Testament studies beyond the Master’s degree.
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.
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On-Campus
Every class, no matter if it's in person or online, no matter the subject at hand, is one that prepares you as a missionary and leader first and academic second.
MA in Context
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
Additional Information
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.
