Talbot School of Theology
Master of Theology (Talbot) Director: Rob Price, Ph.D. Mission The mission of the Master of Theology program is to equip students with specialized academic knowledge and advanced professional skills in one of the theological disciplines in order to advance the cause of Christ in theological higher education and the Christian community. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Master of Theology, students will be able to: 1. Demonstrate, at an appropriately advanced level, the knowledge and skills most pertinent to their major, such as: knowledge of the Bible and of relevant languages, cultures, and major interpreters; and skills of biblical interpretation, doctrinal formulation, and critical analysis (ULO 1). 2. Formulate a productive research question and conduct advanced research and writing on this topic (ULO 2). 3. Demonstrate an understanding of pedagogical strategies and effective teaching methods (ULO 3). Program Description The Master of Theology curriculum is a challenging post-graduate degree program designed to equip students with specialized academic knowledge and advanced professional skills in one of the theological disciplines. The program is of special interest to students who aspire to teach—whether in the church, a Bible college or seminary, an extension center, or in a cross-cultural setting. This is in accord with both A.T.S. (Association of Theological Schools) and A.A.B.C. (American Association of Bible Colleges) which consider the Th.M. degree the minimum educational credential for teaching biblical and theological subjects at accredited seminaries and Bible schools. The program also provides an excellent preparation for those who anticipate further study at the Ph.D. and Th.D. level. Qualified students aspiring to excellence and leadership in many areas of ministry and service for Christ find the Th.M. program personally enriching and academically stimulating. Admission Requirements The student must present an accredited Bachelors degree, as well as a Master of Divinity degree or educationally equivalent M.A. Specifically, they must have maintained at least a 3.25 average in their Divinity program and have completed at least 9 semester hours of Greek beyond beginning Greek and 9 semester hours of Hebrew. Applicants deficient in the biblical languages may take the prerequisite credits at Talbot while taking other Th.M. courses, but such deficiencies must be made up before more than 16 credits in other subjects may be taken. Divinity degrees presented from non-accredited seminaries and theological schools are individually evaluated. Deficiencies discerned in such cases may be made up by coursework at Talbot or other specified accredited institutions. Students must also have the personal qualifications necessary for a minister of Christ, including promise of future usefulness. They must be spiritually qualified by providing evidence of a born-again experience and a consistent Christian manner of life. Note: The minimum TOEFL score for admission to the Th.M. program is a total of 100 iBT. Application Procedure All applicants are required to submit a personal statement of one to two double–spaced typewritten pages expressing their career goals and personal objectives in seeking the Th.M. degree. Graduates of other seminaries must file a full application with the Office of Graduate Admissions. Master of Divinity students currently enrolled at Talbot may file for admission by submitting a written request to the Graduate Committee in care of the Office of Graduate Admissions. This request should
Theology III - Christ , Salvation and the Spirit
TTTH 613
Credit(s): 3.
Theology IV - The Church and Last Things
TTTH 614
Credit(s): 3.
Choose one of the following: TTPH 602 Apologetics
Credit(s): 3.
OR TTPT 510
Evangelism and Follow-Up
Credit(s): 3.
Concentration Specific Requirements (38 Credits) ISCL 555 Introduction to World Missions
Credit(s): 3.
Educational Ministry in the Church
TTCE 600 TTPT 703 TTSF 517
Credit(s): 3.
The Church and Society
Credit(s): 3.
Hermeneutics and the Word in Spiritual Formation
Credit(s): 3.
TTBE 517 may be taken in the place of TTSF 517. TTSF 521 Introduction to Christian Spirituality and Prayer
Credit(s): 1–3.
TTSF 521 should be taken for 2 credits. TTSF 524 TTSF 524 should be taken for 2 credits. TTSF 532 TTSF 532 should be taken for 2 credits. TTSF 543 TTSF 543 should be taken for 2 credits. TTSF 544
History and Theory of Christian Soul Care and Direction
Credit(s): 2–3.
Developmental Spirituality and Contemplative Prayer
Credit(s): 2–3.
Personal Foundations of Spirituality and Retreat
Credit(s): 1–3.
Personality Development and Psychopathology Soul Care Pre-practicum I and Professional Ethics
Credit(s): 3.
TTSF 577
Credit(s): 2–3.
TTSF 577 should be taken for 2 credits. TTSF 578
Soul Care Pre-practicum II and Professional Referral Personal Spiritual Direction
Credit(s): 3.
TTSF 585
Credit(s): 0.
TTSF 585 must be taken every semester. TTSF 602 TTSF 602 to be taken with TTPT 609. TTSF 670 TTSF 670 to be taken for 1 credit, twice. TTSF 677 Soul Care Practicum I
Prayer and Formation in Expository Preaching
Credit(s): 1.
Intensive Journey Inward and Retreat
Credit(s): 1–4.
Credit(s): 2.
TTPT 791 may be taken in place of TTSF 677 if taken for 2 credits. TTSF 678 Soul Care Practicum II TTPT 792 may be taken in place of TTSF 678 if taken for 2 credits.
Credit(s): 2.
Elective Requirements (9 Credits) Choose 9 credits of general electives. OR Choose 6 credits of general electives and TTSF 531. TTSF 531 History and Traditions of Christian Spirituality Co-Curricular Requirements • Personal Spiritual Direction (TTSF 585) • Didactic Therapy • Faculty-Student Retreats • Personal Retreats • Student Progress Assessment • Intensive Journey Inward Retreat (TTSF 670)
Credit(s): 3.
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