MASTER OF THEOLOGICAL STUDIES

While the student is not required to seek the Doctor of Theological Studies, this degree is the first step toward achieving the Doctor of Theological Studies in Bethany’s seminary division. Students working on the course requirements for this program continue to explore greater depths in Theology.

PREREQUISITES

Prerequisite for enrollment in this program is an earned Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Bible or with a Theology major or its equivalent from Bethany or an acceptable college. To receive this degree, the student must complete the following 60 Semester Hour program:

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

FIRST  YEAR

Bi-511    Introduction to Old Testament – 3SH
Bi-505   Mosaic Writings – 3SH
Bi-504   Life of Christ – 3SH
Bi-507   Gospel of John – 3SH
Bi-506   Romans – 3SH
Bi-502   Hebrews – 3SH
Bi-510    Isaiah – 3SH
Ph-503   Advanced Hermeneutics – 3SH
Hi-501   Christianity Through the Ages – 3SH
Th-503  Christian Theology  – 3SH

 Total                                               30SH

SECOND  YEAR

Th-502     Dispensationalism – 3SH
Th-505     Eschatology – 3SH
Th-501     Directed Reading (Divine Covenants) – 3SH
Ph-501     Introduction To Philosophy – 3SH
Ph-502    Comparative Religions – 3SH
Hi-502    Christianity Through the Ages II – 3SH
Pm-604  Pastoral Ministry – 3SH
Pm-603  Advanced Homiletics – 3SH
Th-506   Independent Research – 6SH

 Total                                               30SH

Successful completion of the Master of Theological Studies program prepares the student for the Doctor of Theological Studies degree.