The Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics prepares students to articulate and defend the Christian faith with intellectual clarity, biblical faithfulness, pastoral wisdom, and Great Commission focus. Graduates are equipped for vocational ministries such as apologetics ministry, pastoral ministry, student ministry, and missions.

  • On-Campus

At a Glance

  • 39

    MA Hours

  • 15

    Christian Apologetics Hours

  • 54

    Total Hours

Additional Information

Master of Arts Core

Intro to Seminary

  • SEM 5000 – Introduction to Seminary Education

Biblical Studies (12)

  • 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 (6)

  • THE 6110 – Christian Theology I
  • THE 6120 – Christian Theology II

Theological Studies Selective (3)

Choose one of the following courses:

  • ETH 5100 – Introduction to Christian Ethics
  • PHI 5100 – Christian Philosophy: Worldview, Western Thought, and Apologetics

Christian History (3)

  • HIS 5130 – Baptist History: Identity, Heritage, and Polity

Bible Exposition (3)

Choose one of the following courses:

  • PRS 6100 – Bible Exposition I: Hermeneutics and Preparation
  • CED 6300 – Bible Exposition for Ministry to Women I

Hermeneutics (3)

  • BTI 5100 – Hermeneutics

Ministry Studies (6)

  • EVA 5150 – Disciplemaking: Personal Evangelism and Discipleship
  • MIS 5100 – Christian Missions: Principles and Practice

Practicum Selective (3)

Choose one of the following courses:

  • MIS 6901 – Missions Practicum
  • MIS 6990 – Practicum in International Missions: [Location of trip]
  • MIS 6991 – Practicum in North American Missions: [Location of trip]
  • PMN 7900 – Mentored Internship

 

Christian Apologetics – 15 Hours

Christian Apologetics (12)

  • APO 6500 – Christian Apologetics
  • APO 6550 – Problem of Evil
  • APO 6590 – Reliability of the Bible
  • APO 7670 – Christianity, Science and Miracles

Apologetics Selective (3)

Select one of the following:

  • APO 6100 – Cults and World Religions
  • APO 7680 – Coherence of Christianity
  • APO 7900 – Special Topics in Apologetics

Total Hours – 54

  • At SEBTS, you will be encouraged to find your place in his mission. We will also equip you with the skills to be effective in your ministry for the nations.

    Scott Hildreth

    Assoc. Professor of Missiology

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