The Master of Arts in Theological Studies San Diego Campus

The Master of Arts (Theological Studies) is intended for persons who seek to integrate their faith and learning as committed and informed Christians and relate their theological studies to their vocations and interests. This degree is especially appropriate for:

1. persons preparing for service in world missions when their main focus is in an area such as medicine, education, agriculture, or mechanics;
2. persons planning to teach religion in an academic or other graduate setting;
3. persons choosing to serve in parachurch organizations and Christian social agencies;
4. laypersons who desire to equip themselves for more effective witness in and through their local churches; and
5. persons pursuing further graduate work.

A student must declare a concentration in one of three areas: biblical studies, historical studies, or theological studies. The professional supervised ministry program, except for SP504 Disciplines of Spiritual and Personal Formation, is not required, and thus the seminary does not assume responsibility for placement assistance upon completion of this degree. The degree will be awarded upon the completion of 24 courses; participation in the first-year self-assessment and evaluation program; the writing of a satisfactory personal statement of faith; achieving a grade point average of C (2.0) or above; financial clearance from the Business Office; and participation in graduation ceremonies.

Admission requirements are the same as for the other degree programs.

Degree Requirements

Master of Arts in Theological Studies

BI501	Hermeneutics	4
DC501	Discipleship in Community	4
GC502	Introduction to World Missions	2
GC505	Evangelism for Discipleship	4
HS501	Early Church to Reformation	4
HS502	Church in the Modern World	4
NT501	The Gospels	4
NT502	Acts and Pauline Letters	4
OT501	Genesis - Ruth	4
OT502	I Samuel - Song of Songs	4
OT503	Isaiah - Malachi	4
TL510	Celebrating Diversity and Embracing Unity	4
TS501	Systematic Theology I	4
TS502	Systematic Theology II	4
TS503	Systematic Theology III	4
TS505	Christian Social Ethics	4

Concentration Courses and Electives

5	Concentration Electives			20
3	Free Electives			12

Supervised Ministry and Other Requirements

SP504	Disciplines of Spiritual and Pers. Formation	2
	Junior Assessments	0
	Senior Statement of Faith	0

Concentrations Available

Biblical Studies, Historical Studies, Theological Studies.

A minimum of 96 credits is required for graduation from an M.A. program. Concentration electives must be taken at the advanced (600+) level, with the exception of NT503, which may count as a biblical studies elective. The student is responsible to meet all graduation deadlines and requirements. The associate registrar will be happy to answer questions and offer guidance.

The Bethel Seminary Catalog is provided online as a convenience for those who desire course information in electronic form. The printed version of the Bethel Seminary catalog is the official version, and it will be treated as the document of record in all seminary business.