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Each Program Learning Outcome (PLO) listed above references at least one of the University Learning Outcomes (ULO 1, 2, 3), which may be found in the General Information (p. 5) section of this catalog. Requirements Admission Requirements Applicants to the Th.M. program must have an earned Master of Divinity degree or its equivalent, with at least a 3.25 GPA, from an accredited school that maintains academic standards similar to those of Talbot: at least 72 semester hours of graduate study comparable to Talbot’s MDiv curriculum, including 12 hours of Old Testament (9 of Hebrew), 15 hours of New Testament (12 of Greek), 12 hours of theology, 9 hours of practical theology, and 3 hours of church history, with the remaining hours free electives. Students in the Theology concentration may substitute a research language for Hebrew. Students who are deficient in one or more areas may be allowed to take leveling coursework at Talbot, 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. Students must also show aptitude for advanced theological study and 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 indicate any changes in marital status or doctrinal convictions since enrollment in the Master of Divinity degree. In addition, applicants should signify their intention to abide by the Standards of Conduct of Biola University. Talbot Master of Divinity students who have completed 80 or more credits, and whose current cumulative GPA is 3.25 or above may be granted a concurrent enrollment option but may not enroll in Th.M. courses until a maximum of 8 credits remain in their M.Div. program. Since the first academic responsibility is to complete the M.Div., all M.Div. requirements must be completed within two semesters after concurrent enrollment has begun. (See Concurrent Enrollment Option). Interested seniors should contact the Office of Graduate Admissions for detailed information. Applicants who have graduated from Talbot with a Master of Divinity degree may file for admission according to the following guidelines: Less than two years since graduation from Talbot:
TTSF 585 Personal Spiritual Direction Didactic Therapy Faculty-Student Retreats Personal Retreats Student Progress Assessment TTSF 670 Intensive Journey Inward and Retreat Total Credits 1 TTNT 501 and TTNT 502 are prerequisites to this course. 2 TTSF 585 must be taken every semester. 3 TTSF 602 to be taken with TTPT 609. 4 TTSF 670 to be taken for 1 credit, twice. Master of Theology (Talbot) Director: Rob Price, Ph.D. Mission
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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 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. Learning Outcomes 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).
• Re-admit Application • Personal Statement Between two and five years since graduation:
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