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
Summer 2024 Dates
- May 27th: Classes Convene
- June 1st: Fall Application Deadline
- July 1-6th: Summer Break
- July 15th: Fall Registration Deadline
- July 27th: Classes End
Fall 2024 Dates
- August 12-16: Course Preview Week
- August 19th: Fall Class Convene
- August 24th: Add/Drop Deadline
- September 28th: Withdrawal Deadline
- October 20-26th: Break for Aldersgate Forum
- November 24-30th: Thanksgiving Break
- December 1st: Spring Application & Registration Deadline
For more important dates the the GBSC Calendar.
