M.A. in Christian Studies

M.A. in Christian Studies

Rooted in Faith.

This program represents an opportunity to engage the very foundations of the Christian faith. Including classes on Scripture, Christian doctrine, church history, and philosophy, the curriculum encourages depth and breadth that will prayerfully serve students’ future ministries for the rest of their lives. The breadth of this program provides students with wholistic formation, producing well-rounded and broadly capable graduates. From this broad and sturdy foundation, students can launch into various ministry opportunities, encountering various challenges and conversations with grace and wisdom.

PROGRAM COURSE INFORMATION

Biblical Studies (15 hours)

BIB 505     Biblical Hermeneutics

NTS 501    New Testament Introduction I

NTS 502    New Testament Introduction II

OTS 501    Old Testament Introduction I

OTS 502    Old Testament Introduction II

 

Ministerial Studies (6 hours)

MIN 503    Personal Evangelism

MIN 715     Ministry Practicum

 

Theological and Philosophical Studies (18 hours)

PHI 502    Philosophy of Religion

THS 512    Prolegomena and Trinitarianism

THS 514    Anthropology, Hamartiology, and Soteriology

THS 516    Baptist Ecclesiology and Eschatology

THS 660    Patristic, Medieval, and Reformation Theology

THS 665    Modern and Postmodern Theology

One of the best experiences of my life. The wisdom they imparted to me so I could share the Gospel with the world is indescribable.

CRISWELL GRADUATE

CAREERS

Graduates with a M.A. in Christian Studies are prepared to step into the following roles:

  • Pastor (especially discipleship pastor, associate pastor)
  • Parachurch leader
  • Worship leader
  • Missionary
  • Bi-vocational church leader

From 2018—2021, 67% of those who graduated with a M.A. in Christian Studies are either employed or continuing their education.

Ty Kieser

Assistant Professor of Theology; Program Director of M.A. in Theological & Biblical Studies and M.A. in Christian Studies


NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Criswell College admits students who are Christians of good character, without regard or reference to race, national or ethnic origin, color, age, disability, or sex (except where regard to sex is required by the College’s religious tenets regarding gender and sexuality) to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of these classifications in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs.