Master of Arts (Religion) | Reformed Theological Seminary

The Master of Arts (Religion) curriculum is designed to equip graduates with the skills to bring biblical and theological reflection to bear on their chosen profession and/or other callings, culminating in an integrative thesis. Students of the 60-credit program will gain proficiency in theological disciplines and biblical studies and have the option of completing fully online through RTS Global Education.

Coursework

Theology (31 hours)
Biblical Studies (12 hours)
Integrative Paper (5 hours)
Electives (12 hours)

How It Works

Sharpen your biblical worldview with theological and biblical training aimed at helping you apply God’s heart to a wide spectrum of societal issues.

Curriculum

60 hours of coursework integrating theological and biblical studies

Degree Duration

May be completed in two years
Flexible pace

Format

Residential
Online

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What You'll Learn

A strong foundation of the theological and historical development of the Christian faith.

Confidence in the inerrant, infallible Scriptures, and ability to live and witness faithfully as a Christian in a pluralistic age.

A strong grasp of Reformed theology as grounded in the Scriptures and summarized in the confessions of the church.

A greater awareness of modern cultural issues and how they relate to God’s Word.

Ability to reflect theologically on issues both inside and outside the church.

A deeper love for God, his Word, and his people, and an increased desire for personal holiness.

Course Requirements

Theology

Historical Theology

HT5100

History of Christianity I

3 hours

HT5200

History of Christianity II

3 hours

Systematic Theology

ST5100

Introduction to Pastoral & Theological Studies

3 hours

ST5150

Systematic Theology: Scripture, Theology Proper, Anthropology

3 hours

ST5200

Systematic Theology: Christology, Soteriology, Eschatology

3 hours

ST5250

Systematic Theology: Ecclesiology and Sacraments

2 hours

ST5300

Covenant Theology

2 hours

Applied Theology

ST5400

Christian Thought & Philosophy

3 hours

ST5450

Apologetics

2 hours

ST5500

Pastoral and Social Ethics

3 hours

ST5600

Christ, Culture and Contextualization

2 hours

Pastoral Theology

PT5375

Personal Sanctification

1 hours

PT5400

Classics of Personal Devotion

1 hours

Biblical Studies

Old Testament

OT5200

Genesis – Deuteronomy

3 hours

OT5350

Isaiah – Malachi

3 hours

New Testament

NT5200

Gospels

3 hours

NT5300

Pauline Epistles

3 hours

Integrative Paper

ST5940

Integrative Paper

5 hours

Electives

Free Electives

12 hours

Curricular Adjustments

Global Education

DROP the Following Required Courses:

Free Elective

1 hours

ADD the Following Courses:

PT5000

Orientation Seminar

1 hours

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Apply online and receive your acceptance letter.

Study

Grow as you study the scriptures and deepen your love for God.

Serve

Take what you learn and leverage it for the good of Christ's church.

Master of Arts (Religion) (MAR)

Coursework

How It Works

Sharpen your biblical worldview with theological and biblical training aimed at helping you apply God’s heart to a wide spectrum of societal issues.

Curriculum

Degree Duration

Format

What You'll Learn

Course Requirements

Theology

Historical Theology

Systematic Theology

Applied Theology

Pastoral Theology

Biblical Studies

Old Testament

New Testament

Integrative Paper

Electives

Curricular Adjustments

Global Education

DROP the Following Required Courses:

ADD the Following Courses:

Available at Two Campuses & Online

Take the Next Step

Apply

Study

Serve

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