MA in Apologetics
Overview
- 36 credits (2 years full-time)
- Completely online
- Weekly live video conferences with professor and classmates
The MA in Apologetics is designed for those who would like to develop advanced understanding and skill in the articulation and defense of the Christian faith. With a core of 18 hours and an 18-hour Apologetics concentration, the degree equips students with the deepened knowledge and skills needed to give winsome and informed reasons for the hope that lies within them. An undergraduate degree, at least 30 undergraduate hours of Bible & Theology, and one semester of biblical languages are prerequisites.
Course Outline
| MA in Apologetics | |
| Biblical Hermeneutics | 3 hours |
| Biblical Theology of Holiness | 3 hours |
| Advanced Systematic Theology | 3 hours |
| Evangelism / Discipleship Spiritual Formation elective | 3 hours |
| Bible / Biblical Theology elective | 3 hours |
| Systematic Theology elective | 3 hours |
| Apologetics and Cultural Engagement | 3 hours |
| World Religions / Worldview Analysis elective | 3 hours |
| History and Methods of Apologetics | 3 hours |
| Ethics and Bible Difficulties | 3 hours |
| Creation, Science and the Problem of Pain | 3 hours |
| Total: | 36 hours |
Graduate Program Calendar
Spring 2024 Dates
- January 8th: Classes Convene
- January 13th: Add/Drop Deadline
- February 19-24th: Late Winter Break
- March 2nd: Withdraw Deadline
- April 8-13th: Spring Break
- May 4th: Spring Classes End
- May 17th: Graduate Breakfast & Commencement Practice (Optional)
- May 18th: Commencement
Summer 2024 Dates
- May 27th: Classes Convene
- June 1st: Fall Application Deadline
- July 1-6th: Summer Break
- July 27th: Classes End
For more important dates the the GBSC Calendar.
