Master of Theological Studies

The Master of Theological Studies is a basic Seminary program of study and research for international students in a cross-cultural setting who are participating in an approved Global Theological Initiative cohort and have already completed an initial undergraduate degree in theological studies or another approved field as determined by the Program Coordinator and the Registrar. The purpose of the program is to train God called men and women to be leaders within various international Christian ministries.

  • Available as Distance Learning

  • On-Campus

At a Glance

  • 48

    Total Credit Hours

  • 3

    Average Years to Complete

Program Courses

What kind of classes will I take?

Master of Theological Studies Core

  • SEM 5000 – Introduction to Seminary Education
  • BTI 5100 – Hermeneutics
  • EVA 5150 – Disciplemaking: Personal Evangelism and Discipleship
  • MIS 5100 – Christian Missions: Principles and Practice
  • PRS 6100 – Bible Exposition I: Hermeneutics and Preparation
  • THE 6110 – Christian Theology I
  • THE 6120 – Christian Theology II

History Selective

Select one of the following courses:

  • HIS 5130 – Baptist History: Identity, Heritage, and Polity
  • HTH 7800 – History of Baptist Theology

Ethics and Philosophy Selective

Choose one:

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

Theology Selective

  • Choose one:
    • BTI 6600 – Old Testament Theology
    • BTI 6700 – New Testament Theology
    • THE**** Upper Level Theology (6000-level or above)

 

MTS Specialty Selectives

At least two elective courses must be taken in the specific field that will be addressed in the research project.

 

MTS Research Thesis Project

  • IND 7521 – MTS. Research Project

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