Master of Theology (2-year program – 48 units)

Program Description:

The Master of Theology is designed to prepare students for further study, in preparation for an advanced study or employment that requires a master’s degree. This program concentrates especially on the upper division biblical courses including biblical languages, methods of exegesis, theology, and hermeneutics.

Graduation Requirements: 48 units
Concentration requirement: 24 units
Electives in Any area of interest: 24 units
Residence requirement: 24 units to be taken at Rochester University

Master of Theology Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Theology degree program, students will have achieved the following learning outcomes.

1. Exercise, through their readings, actions, and writings a critical assessment of the primary texts of Christianity.
2. Relate the biblical, historical, and theological dimensions, and the contemporary implications to the Christian faith.
3. Describe ways in which the study of theology serves the on-going life of the Church and its members.
4. Demonstrate advanced understanding in an area of specialized biblical and theological studies through writings .
5. Articulate effective approaches to promote the gospel.
6. Demonstrate the ability to conduct research at the advanced graduate level with breadth and depth within a specific field of study.

Admission Requirements:

Anyone possessing a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent meets the basic academic requirement for admission to the program. See the section on admissions criteria, earlier in this catalog, for additional requirements.

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for admission to the Master of Theology program:

1. Hold a Bachelor of Arts or equivalent degree from a university or college
2. A completed application form
3. Application fee
4. Recommendation Form

Program Requirements:

As stated above, a minimum of 24 units must be completed in the concentration of Biblical Studies or Theological studies. The remaining 24 units are to be taken as electives and may be derived from Biblical Studies as well as the other areas of Church History and Systematic Theology.

Course Offerings (for full descriptions, see Course Offerings Section of catalog)

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Graduation Requirements:

1) Completion of 48 quarter units
2) Completion of the course work with a GPA of 2.75 or above.
3) Demonstration of competence in Biblical Studies through coursework
4) Passing Exit interview