The growth and success of my future ministries will be the result of the great contribution of this program. (Philippines, '05 Grad)
I did not just learn about the knowledge but the life examples of the professors and everyone in ABTS. Your examples challenged us to go to the mission field by faith. (Hong Kong Student)
The ABTS program has been a perfect fit for our ministry in Korea. By taking only 1-2 courses per year, it enables us to keep fresh and growing while doing ministry. ('05 Grad)
Master of Arts
Interdisciplinary Studies in Bible, Theology & Ministry
Description
The Master of Arts (MA) degree is a 63 credit hour program providing opportunity for in-depth investigations into the three basic content areas. A substantial elective category allows students to explore areas appropriate to their ministry context. Students who have not accomplished any postgraduate studies are encouraged to complete the In-Ministry MRE degree before progressing to the MA degree.
Program of Study
| Bible | |
| Biblical Hermeneutics | 3 credit hours |
| Old Testament Biblical Theology | 3 credit hours |
| New Testament Biblical Theology | 3 credit hours |
| Bible Elective | 3 credit hours |
| Bible Elective | 3 credit hours |
| Theology | |
| Systematic Theology I | 3 credit hours |
| Systematic Theology II | 3 credit hours |
| Systematic Theology III | 3 credit hours |
| Philosophical Theology Elective | 3 credit hours |
| Historical Theology Elective | 3 credit hours |
| Ministry Leadership | |
| Spiritual Formation | 3 credit hours |
| Organizational Leadership | 3 credit hours |
| Pastoral Ministry Elective | 3 credit hours |
| Educational Ministry Elective | 3 credit hours |
| Intercultural Ministry Elective | 3 credit hours |
| Electives | |
| 6-7 modules of the student's choice | 18-19 credit hours |
TOTAL REQUIRED UNITS: 63 credit hours
Note: In-Ministry MRE graduates are required to complete a total of 64 credit hours for the two degree programs.
Elective Choices
Degree Requirements
Admissions Requirements
