COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES PROGRAM

Master of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies

The Master of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies is designed for Christians called to lead in teaching and preaching ministries.

Master of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies

Master of Arts in Biblical & Theological Studies

The purpose of this degree program is to train students to rightly interpret the Word of God and communicate theological truth in order to strengthen the church and her mission. The fully online, 36-credit-hour program provides sound biblical and theological training for vocational and voluntary ministry. Students preparing for doctoral studies have the option to write and defend a master’s thesis.

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*This program is in cooperation with UM’s Alabama School of the Arts

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Biblical & Theological Studies Major

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  • Major Courses
  • Major Courses
Major Courses
OT 520 Old Testament: Torah & Historical Narrative
OT 521 Old Testament: Poetry & Prophecy
NT 530 New Testament: Gospels & Acts
NT 531 New Testament: Epistles & Revelation
OT 510 Old Testament Exegetical Tools
NT 520 New Testament Exegetical Tools
TS 530 Systematic Theology I
TS 531 Systematic Theology II
TS 535 Historical Theology I
TS 536 Historical Theology II
RH 598 Graduate Capstone Assessments (required during final semester)
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Program Benefits

  • Online program compatible with career and family responsibilities
  • Prepares graduates for vocational and volunteer ministry leadership
  • Master’s thesis option offers foundation for doctoral studies
  • Top 10 Most Affordable Theology Programs in the nation

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Christian Higher Education Instructor

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“Our master’s candidates prepare to serve as leaders in the classroom, the boardroom, and the waiting room. Our graduate alumni currently serve the Lord and His people in a wide range of ministry positions: church pastors and cross-cultural missionaries, college instructors and community chaplains, Christian school teachers and military personnel.”

Dr. Doug Wilson Executive Director, Center for Christian Calling dwilson@umobile.edu

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