While the student is not required to seek the Doctor of Theological Studies, this degree is the first step toward achieving the Doctor of Theological Studies in Bethany’s seminary division. Students working on the course requirements for this program continue to explore greater depths in Theology.
PREREQUISITES
Prerequisite for enrollment in this program is an earned Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Bible or with a Theology major or its equivalent from Bethany or an acceptable college. To receive this degree, the student must complete the following 60 Semester Hour program:
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
FIRST YEAR
Bi-511 Introduction to Old Testament – 3SH
Bi-505 Mosaic Writings – 3SH
Bi-504 Life of Christ – 3SH
Bi-507 Gospel of John – 3SH
Bi-506 Romans – 3SH
Bi-502 Hebrews – 3SH
Bi-510 Isaiah – 3SH
Ph-503 Advanced Hermeneutics – 3SH
Hi-501 Christianity Through the Ages – 3SH
Th-503 Christian Theology – 3SH
Total 30SH
SECOND YEAR
Th-502 Dispensationalism – 3SH
Th-505 Eschatology – 3SH
Th-501 Directed Reading (Divine Covenants) – 3SH
Ph-501 Introduction To Philosophy – 3SH
Ph-502 Comparative Religions – 3SH
Hi-502 Christianity Through the Ages II – 3SH
Pm-604 Pastoral Ministry – 3SH
Pm-603 Advanced Homiletics – 3SH
Th-506 Independent Research – 6SH
Total 30SH
Successful completion of the Master of Theological Studies program prepares the student for the Doctor of Theological Studies degree.