Master of Arts in Biblical Languages (M.A.)
Purpose
The Master of Arts in Biblical Languages program is designed to provide a focused examination of the biblical languages, specifically Greek and Hebrew. Students interested in wanting to do focused work in exegesis, Bible translation, or those seeking to do additional research in related fields would benefit from this program. Students are trained in biblical languages through a historical-grammatical approach to interpretation and are taught how to apply the biblical text in meaningful ways.
Program Learning Outcomes
The student will be able to:
- Apply insights from grammatical and syntactical knowledge to interpreting the text of Scripture.
- Create an original translation and exegetical analysis of a text of Scripture.
- Examine major critical issues in the Old and New Testaments of the Bible from a conservative evangelical perspective while exhibiting knowledge of the literature appropriate to the field of Biblical Languages.
Thesis Concentration
Program Specific Admission Requirements
In addition to the general admission procedures, applicants to the Master of Arts in Biblical Languages program must meet the following requirements:
- Earned baccalaureate degree or its equivalent (in any field) from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (e.g., SACSCOC, TRACS, ABHE, etc.).
- Contact information for one Pastoral Recommendation
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.00 (on a 4.00 scale)
- School of Divinity Questionnaire