Talbot School of Theology
Formation Master’s Project-Thesis, which includes 3 credits for writing and one credit for personal growth exploration. The Project-Thesis must involve both a theoretical and practical- experiential dimension in consultation with thesis advisor. Students in other MA concentrations will receive specific directions about their capstone project from their respective departments. C. At least 24 of the total credits required for the degree program must be completed in residency at Biola. Advanced Standing, Reduction and transfer credit are not considered residency credits. D. Obtain a 3.0 average with no grade below a “C-” in all courses to be credited toward graduation. E. Complete the entire program in no more than five years. F. Meet with a Graduate Graduation Counselor in the Office of the Registrar one year prior to graduation to declare intent to graduate. (See Graduate Graduation Check description in Admission, Enrollment and Graduation Requirements section). Concentration Requirements Program Structure The academic programs leading to the degree Master of Arts with concentrations in Bible Exposition, Biblical and Theological Studies/Diversified, New Testament, Old Testament, Philosophy, Spiritual Formation, and Theology are comprised of 64–66 credits structured in common to include: 1. Biblical and theological foundations. 2. Spiritual Formation Focus (SFF). 3. Academic specialization in one of four disciplines requiring biblical language studies, or general studies in which biblical languages are not required. 4. Additional elective courses determined by the student in consultation with the advisor. Reduction Applicants who have taken undergraduate courses in biblical or theological studies may request a program reduction based on collegiate work. See Talbot Admissions Requirements for details. Note: if master’s level courses are reduced based on undergraduate coursework, some Ph.D. programs may require additional graduate courses in order to meet doctoral program requirements. Curriculum (64 Credits) Core Requirements (31 Credits) The following are the core requirements for all Talbot Master of Arts Concentrations except the Spiritual Formation Concentration and Biblical and Theological Studies/Diversified (Kyiv Extension) Concentration. The core requirements for this concentration are listed separately. 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. TTHT 514 Historical Theology Survey Credit(s): 3. TTSF 501 Introduction to Spiritual Theology and Formation Credit(s): 2–3. TTSF 501 must be taken for 3 credits. TTSF 503 Personal Foundations for Spiritual Formation Credit(s): 2–3. TTSF 503 must be taken for 3 credits. TTSF 505 Talbot Spiritual Direction Credit(s): 0. TTSF 505 must be taken twice. TTSF 504 Spiritual Formation, Vocation, and the Disciplines Credit(s): 0. TTSS 510 Theological Research Methodologies Credit(s): 1. TTTH 511 Theology I - Introduction: Revelation and Nature of God Credit(s): 3.
Master of Arts, Talbot Director: Alan Hultberg, Ph.D. Mission The mission of the Master of Arts is to produce biblically,
theologically, and spiritually discerning Christian thinkers who can serve the body of Christ in lay, parachurch or academic ministries. The Master of Arts program provides both a general biblical, theological, and spiritual foundation for reflection and a specialized focus on a discipline crucial to fulfilling Talbot’s mission and from which students can serve or go on for advanced study. These disciplines include Bible Exposition, Biblical and Theological Studies/Diversified, New Testament, Old Testament, Philosophy, Spiritual Formation, and Theology. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Master of Arts, students will be able to: 1. Identify the basic contents of all books of the Old and New Testaments and the broad historical and cultural background information relevant to the study of the Old and New Testaments (ULO 1). 2. Exegete and apply a biblical text properly through application of historical-grammatical hermeneutics (ULO 3). 3. Explain the major doctrines of Christianity, including their biblical basis, historical development, and contemporary relevance, and assess non-evangelical doctrines from an evangelical perspective (ULO 1). 4. Describe and explain (a) a basic knowledge of Spiritual Theology (the integrative study of Scripture and the ministry of the Indwelling Holy Spirit regarding the nature, process and directives of spiritual transformation in Christ) (b) their experience and understanding of the Double Knowledge of God and oneself in truth and (c) how these impact personal vocation and ministries in the local church (ULO 2). 5. Prepare and present sermons demonstrating biblical accuracy, oral clarity and contemporary relevance (ULO 3). 6. Demonstrate the ability to counsel using empathic listening skills and relational skills (ULO 3). 7. Perform and report research in their respective disciplines at a level sufficient to begin a doctoral program (ULO 3). 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 degree might relate to those objectives. For special admissions deadlines and requirements involved in the Spiritual Formation concentration, contact Graduate Admissions. Due to the limited enrollment in this concentration, all applicants will be personally interviewed. Academic Probation Students are placed on academic probation if their grade point average for any semester falls below 3.0 and will remain on probation as long as the single semester or cumulative grade point average 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. Graduation Requirements A. Satisfactorily complete 64–66 semester credits as outlined in the curriculum requirements below. The rate of progress for many students is 11–12 credits per semester, allowing the program to be completed in three years. B. Submit an acceptable capstone project, as determined by the department of concentration. Students in Spiritual Formation concentration submit an acceptable Spiritual
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