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 2023 Dates
- April 2nd--8th: Spring break
- May 6th: Spring classes end
- May 20th: Commencement
Summer 2023 Dates
- May 29th: Summer term begins
- June 1st: Program and scholarship application deadline for Fall 2023
- July 2nd: 8th - Summer break
- July 29th: Summer term ends
Fall 2023 Dates
- August 14th: Fall classes convene
- October 22-28th: Break (Aldersgate Form)
- November 19th-25: Thanksgiving Break
- December 1st: Program and scholarship application deadline for Spring 2024
- December 16th: Fall classes end
