Requirements in Areas of Concentration - Master of Theology degree

1. Bible

  1. Working knowledge of Hebrew, Greek, and one approved modern language. Hebrew LG1100 and Greek LG1200 cannot be upgraded for MTh credit.
  2. A student majors in either Old Testament or New Testament.
  3. Old Testament: 4 courses and 2 electives
    New Testament: 4 courses and 2 electives

2. History of Christianity

  1. A reading knowledge of Latin or an approved modern language.
  2. History of Christianity: 4 courses and 2 electives

3. Systematic Theology

  1. A reading knowledge of Latin or an approved modern language.
  2. Systematic Theology: 4 courses and 2 electives

4. Missions and World Religions

Consult professors of Christian missions and world religions for details.

  1. A reading knowledge of one approved modern language.
  2. Missions and World Religions: 4 courses and 2 electives
  3. Courses at the University of Minnesota are advised.

5. Islamic Studies

  1. A reading knowledge of one approved modern language
  2. Islamic Studies: 4 courses and 2 electives (including Arabic)
  3. In addition to these required courses, students are strongly advised to take at least two additional half courses in Islamic Studies.
  4. Courses at other institutions in the area as advised.

6. Pastoral Theology and Ministry

A composite degree involving courses in religious education, homiletics, pastoral counseling, youth and family, and church and society.

  1. A reading knowledge of one approved modern language.
  2. Composite fields: 4 courses and 2 electives

7. Pastoral Care: Clinical Pastoral Theology

  1. A reading knowledge of one approved modern language
  2. Pastoral Care: 4 courses and 2 electives
  3. One quarter of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) in an approved, accredited program is a prerequisite.