Theological Studies - Faith Evangelical Seminary

Theological Studies from Faith Evangelical Seminary is a Campus Master Religious Studies degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Purpose of the Program The Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) is a 72-hour program designed for those who desire to serve the church or a church-related ministry. The Interdisciplinary program provides a well-rounded biblical and theological understanding of the Christian faith in relation to other disciplines. Students also may develop a concentration in one of two areas: New Testament or Apologetics. A minimum of 32 hours in a specific area must be taken to establish a concentration. The program is for the following: 1. Christian workers in positions where a graduate degree will allow entrance into a Christian vocation or lay ministry which would not otherwise be possible; 2. Those who need a general seminary education and wish to gain further knowledge in the areas of theology and biblical studies; and 3. Those who desire to develop expertise in either New Testament studies or Apologetics. Interdisciplinary Learning Outcomes 1. Acquire a basic understanding (knowledge) of the Bible and theology; 2. Acquire an understanding of the relationship between biblical and theological disciplines; and 3. Acquire the ability to teach basic Bible or theology in a Christian ministry setting. Apologetics Learning Outcomes 1. Acquire an understanding of Christian theology and a Christian worldview and how it relates to other religions; 2. Acquire an understanding of the history and philosophy of apologetics and the basic elements of apologetic argument; and 3. Acquire an ability to argue apologetically the fundamentals of the Christian faith in order to advance Christian truth and to refute historic and contemporary challenges to Christianity. New Testament Learning Outcomes 1. Acquire a basic understanding of the books and theology of the New Testament; 2. Acquire an ability to read, exegete, and interpret the Greek New Testament; and 3. Acquire an ability to skillfully research New Testament texts with reference to the historical and theological background. View more details on Faith Evangelical College & Seminary . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Religious Studies courses.