Degree programs Master of Theology
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Dr. Albin Huss, Director Purpose of the Master of TheologyThe Master of Theology program is designed to provide advanced training (beyond the Master of Divinity level) both for those who are intending to continue on to final, advanced academic or specialized degrees and for those who are seeking further preparation and competence for practical ministries such as pastoral ministry and mission work. As such, the Master of Theology program aims: (1) to develop greater knowledge of Bible content with special emphasis upon the biblical languages; (2) to expand the student’s understanding and application of theological and hermeneutical principles and methods; and, (3) to develop their ability to do advanced, in-depth research from which syllabi, journal articles, and sermons may be generated. Admission requirements for the Master of TheologyThe Master of Theology program is available to applicants who have completed a Master of Divinity degree or its equivalent. An applicant to the Master of Theology program must submit the following materials to the registrar to be considered for admission into the program. Generally, all materials should be received at least eight weeks prior to the beginning of the semester in which the applicant plans to begin classes, in order to provide the Th.M. committee adequate time for review and action. Admission into the Th.M. program cannot be considered until all application materials have been received. In addition to the general requirements for admission to the seminary (see the General Admissions section), documentation for application to the Th.M. program includes: (1) evidence by transcript that the applicant has successfully completed a full M.Div. or equivalent program commensurate with that of Calvary Baptist Theological Seminary; (2) a legible copy (that will not be returned) of a graded research paper from M.Div.-level work reflecting the ability to research a biblical/theological topic or passage, to organize, and to communicate in a clear and precise manner; (3) proof of competency in biblical languages at the CBTS M.Div. level. Competency may be exhibited by transcript and/or by examination. Degree requirements for the Master of TheologyCredit and GPA requirements. The Master of Theology program involves completion of a minimum of 28 semester credit hours. Only grades of "B-" or higher (2.7 or higher) will be credited toward completion of the degree. Courses in which a grade lower than "B-" is earned will not be counted toward graduation or completion of the 28 semester credit hours. The Th.M. program requires that a GPA of "B" (3.0) be maintained in the overall program for graduation. Duration. The Th.M. program must be completed within five years of acceptance into the program except by recommendation of the program director and permission of the Th.M. committee. Students who do not make academic progress over the course of one calendar year (e.g., earn course credits, submit a thesis proposal, submit thesis chapters, etc.) will be subject to having their status in the program changed to inactive and will be assessed the program continuation fee. A student whose status is changed to inactive must reapply to the program for reinstatement. Transfer work. The Master of Theology program allows for the transfer of up to four hours of credit from study programs equivalent to Calvary's Th.M. program. The acceptability of external programs for credit transfer will be determined by the program director. Under special circumstances and with special approval of the program director, more than four hours of credit transfer may be allowed. Th.M. graduation requirements. (1) The student becomes a candidate for graduation when (a) as a thesis project student the final corrected copies of the thesis are submitted, successfully defended before the examining committee, and a grade has been assigned or (b) as a paper projects student the final corrected copy of the second research paper is submitted, the colloquial presentation has been made, and a grade has been assigned. (2) The candidate shall have completed with a 3.0 GPA or higher a minimum of 28 credits of study, including four credits of guided research. (3) Since the Seminary aims to graduate those who qualify as Christian leaders, the faculty and administration will evaluate a student’s qualifications in terms of spiritual, doctrinal, and professional standards as well as academics. (4) The candidate shall be present to receive the degree. (5) The candidate shall be current on all financial obligations to the seminary. Course requirements for the Master of TheologyThe Th.M. program involves 28 credits of which 20 credits involve core and elective studies, four credits are guided research, and four credits are guided reading seminars. The courses are sequenced such that if the student desires he/she may complete all course work in a single calendar year. The program provides for focused study in Old Testament, New Testament, and theology, as well as for flexibility through guided research and two guided reading seminars. Master of Theology program overview:
Total: 28 credits Course rotationThe core course schedule for the Th.M. program is as follows (all courses are three credits each, unless stated otherwise): Fall Semester
Spring Semester
* The two electives (one OT and one NT) may be selected from any of the rotational electives listed below or from 600 or 700 level MDiv classes (subject to approval by program director/department head): NT Electives
OT Electives
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