Ministry (M.A.)
Important: This degree plan is effective for those starting this degree program in fall 2025 through summer 2026. This degree plan will remain in effect for students who do not break enrollment or who do not change degree programs, concentrations, or cognates.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Program Courses | ||
| BIBL 500 | Hermeneutics and Biblical Interpretation | 3 |
| DSMN 515 | Biblical Foundations for Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| DSMN 525 | The Great Commission: Evangelism and Biblical Multiplication | 3 |
| LEAD 500 | Developing Leadership Character and Readiness | 3 |
| LEAD 600 | Dynamic Influence: Leading Teams for Growth and Impact | 3 |
| PACO 505 | Introduction to Pastoral Care and Counseling | 3 |
| THEO 505 | Theological Foundations | 3 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
- 1
Choose any 500-600 level course.
- 2
A student who desires to pursue the thesis track must consult the program director regarding course sequencing and thesis development within the first semester. The student must take RTCH 680, THES 689, and THES 690 in order. Students should also begin RTCH 680 in the first semester. If a student is not ready for enrollment in THES 690 after completing THES 689, as determined by the program director, the student may be required to repeat THES 689 until deemed ready for enrollment in THES 690.
All applicable prerequisites must be met
Graduation Requirements
- Complete 36 hours
- A maximum of 50% of the program hours may be transferred if approved and allowable, including credit from an earned degree from Liberty University on the same academic level
- 2.0 GPA
- Degree must be completed within 5 years
- Submission of Degree Completion Application must be completed within the last semester of a student's anticipated graduation date
Program Offered in Resident Format
| First Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| BIBL 500 | Hermeneutics and Biblical Interpretation | 3 |
| DSMN 515 | Biblical Foundations for Spiritual Formation | 3 |
| THEO 505 | Theological Foundations | 3 |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| LEAD 500 | Developing Leadership Character and Readiness | 3 |
| DSMN 525 | The Great Commission: Evangelism and Biblical Multiplication | 3 |
| PACO 505 | Introduction to Pastoral Care and Counseling | 3 |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| LEAD 600 | Dynamic Influence: Leading Teams for Growth and Impact | 3 |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Elective 1,2 | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
- 1
Choose any 500-600 level course.
- 2
A student who desires to pursue the thesis track must consult the program director regarding course sequencing and thesis development within the first semester. The student must take RTCH 680, THES 689, and THES 690 in order. Students should also begin RTCH 680 in the first semester. If a student is not ready for enrollment in THES 690 after completing THES 689, as determined by the program director, the student may be required to repeat THES 689 until deemed ready for enrollment in THES 690.
All applicable prerequisites must be met