Master of Arts (Research)

MA with Biblical and Theological Studies

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The purpose of the Master of Arts Biblical and Theological Studies is to enable students to interpret the biblical text from the original languages and to apply theology using biblical, systematic, historical, and philosophical means.

Admission to the MA Biblical and Theological Studies presupposes undergraduate preparation consisting of an accredited Bachelor of Arts in a complementary field such as Religion, Theology, or Biblical Studies. It will prepare students for faithful interpretation of Scripture in various ministry settings, and for advanced academic study of Biblical and Theological Studies beyond the Master’s degree.

  • On-Campus

At a Glance

  • 4

    MA Hours

  • 45

    Biblical and Theological Studies Hours

  • 49

    Total Credit Hours

Program Courses

The ethos of Southeastern is the Great Commission. That is part and parcel of what you're going to get, what you're going to hear, in every classroom from every professor.

Paul Laso Alum

MA in Context

What can I do with this degree?

  • Teach Bible and theology in a Christian educational context

  • Write for Christian literary publications

  • Work in research institutions dedicated to theological studies

  • Pursue a Ph.D. in an effort to become a professor

Additional Information

Admission to the MA Biblical and Theological Studies presupposes undergraduate preparation consisting of an accredited Bachelor of Arts in a complementary field such as Religion, Theology, or Biblical Studies. Students must have completed 3 hours of New Testament survey, 3 hours of Old Testament survey, 6 hours of Biblical Hebrew, 6 hours of Biblical Greek, 6 hours of Theological Studies, and 6 hours of Practical Ministry in their undergraduate coursework to be admitted into this program. Students who lack any of the necessary foundational coursework, but have the prerequisite degree, may take the appropriate remedial courses at SEBTS. Applicants for this degree program must meet these and all other normal application requirements for admission to Southeastern.

  • 3 hours of New Testament survey
  • 3 hours of Old Testament survey
  • 6 hours of Biblical Hebrew
  • 6 hours of Biblical Greek
  • 6 hours of Theological Studies
  • 6 hours of Practical Ministry

  • The seminar style electives are especially intimate and impactful for our students as it allows for more in-depth discussion and formation.

    Benjamin Quinn

    Assoc. Professor of Theology and History of Ideas

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