Talbot School of Theology
The Award in New Testament - To the student who has done outstanding work in New Testament studies throughout the seminary program. The Baker Book Award in Theology - To a graduate who has distinguished himself or herself in the study of theology. The Robert N. Oliver Award in Systematic Theology - To the student with the best work for the year in the Department of Systematic Theology. The Award in Homiletics - To two students in the seminary who distinguish themselves in preaching. The Zondervan Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award - To the student who produces a thesis of the highest quality at the Th.M., M.Div. or M.A. level. The thesis exhibits superior academic research coupled with implications for the life of the Church. The Louis T. Talbot Memorial Scholarship Award - To a continuing student preparing for the ministry who has demonstrated academic excellence, exceptional Christian commitment and zeal for practical ministry. Dean’s Award - Given by the Korean Student Scholarship to a student or students who have shown excellence in academic studies, faithfulness in Christian service, and in whose life the love of Jesus is reflected. Charles Lee Feinberg Award - To the senior who best exemplifies the image of a student at Talbot School of Theology. Award in Jewish Evangelism - To the student who has done outstanding work for the year in the Messianic Jewish Studies Program. The Doctoral Research Excellence Award - Given to the student completing a doctoral dissertation, who, in the opinion of Talbot Faculty, has shown evidence of comprehensive, thorough, and accurate research methods resulting in a well-written, well- constructed, and well-supported dissertation. Biblical and Theological Studies, Certificate Mission The mission of the Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies is to deepen knowledge of God and his Word within those who have not yet determined to enter a full seminary degree program but, nevertheless, wish to grow in their ability to minister to others. Program Description The Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies is ideal for church lay leaders, church elders, and formerly untrained ministers for whom a full degree is too costly in terms of time or money. The Certificate in Biblical and Theological Studies provides a foundational theological education while allowing the student to complete some elective coursework to help address specific ministry needs. This certificate consists of six courses most of which can be completed in an online/ hybrid format (hybrid courses are a combination of online and in- person interaction). Those wanting to see if a full seminary degree is for them can use this certificate as a “trial run.” Certificate coursework may later be applied toward a Master of Divinity or Master of Arts degree. Outcomes As a result of this program, the student will: 1. Be able to articulate and defend the correct, biblical view on the following central doctrines: theology proper (including God’s nature, attributes, triunity, works, and fatherhood) and bibliology as well as other central doctrines such as: Christology, pneumatology, soteriology, angelology/demonology, anthropology, hamartiology, the relationship between Israel and the Church, the nature of the church and its ministries, eschatology, and ecclesiology.
2. Be able to articulate the significance of the above-mentioned central doctrines for personal life and ministry. 3. Know the history of hermeneutics, the basic principles of grammatico-historical exegesis, and the basic principles of lexical semantics to determine the meaning of biblical words. Students will develop a commitment to more effectively meditate on God’s word in their own spiritual lives. 4. Be able to demonstrate: the theme and major contributions of each Old Testament (OT) book; discover the importance of historical background to the interpretation of the OT; and develop greater confidence in the OT as a trustworthy guide to faith and life. 5. Be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of the following: a historical outline of the New Testament (NT); how each NT book fits into the outline; the broad historical and cultural backgrounds to the NT; and the basic theme and teaching of each NT book. The student will be able to evaluate critical views of the NT from an evangelical perspective. Admission Requirements Applicants must possess a Bachelor of Arts degree or its academic equivalent from an accredited college with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). All applicants must submit a written statement outlining their vocational objectives and how the certificate relates to those objectives. Graduation Requirements A. Satisfactorily complete all courses for a total of 18 semester credits as outlined in the curriculum below. B. Obtain a 3.0 GPA with no grade below a “C-” in all courses to be credited toward graduation. C. At least 9 credits must be taken at this seminary. D. Complete the entire program in no more than five years. Students are placed on academic probation if their GPA for any semester falls below 3.0 and will remain on probation as long as the single semester or cumulative GPA remains below 3.0. Probation students are granted one semester in which to bring their academic work up to the required level (3.0) for continuance in the seminary. A student cannot graduate while on probation. General (unspecified) electives (4 credits) must have a reasonable connection to, and relationship with, the student’s stated vocational objectives. In some cases, the student may be required to submit a written rationale to the program academic advisor, demonstrating the usefulness of the electives for church ministry, parachurch work, or further study. Curriculum Electives: 3 credits selected from TTBE, TTNT, TTOT, TTTH, TTHT, TTPH. TTBE 517 Hermeneutics and Bible Study Methods Credit(s): 3. TTBE 519 Survey of Genesis–Malachi Credit(s): 3. TTBE 520 Survey of Matthew–Revelation Credit(s): 3. TTTH 511 Theology I - Introduction: Revelation and Nature of God Credit(s): 3. Choose one of the following: TTTH 512 Theology II - Works of God, Angels, Man and Sin Credit(s): 3. TTTH 613 Theology III - Christ, Salvation and the Spirit Credit(s): 3. TTTH 614 Theology IV - The Church and Last Things Credit(s): 3.
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