MDiv

Master of Divinity

72 Credit Hours

Description

The Master of Divinity (MDiv) program is designed to prepare competent Bible expositors who are qualified to serve effectively as pastors or leaders in a variety of Christian ministries, and to prepare students to pursue advanced degrees such as the ThM, PhD, and DMin. The curriculum gives both a basic foundation for the work of the ministry and a balanced, well-rounded biblical and theological perspective.

Program Learning Outcomes

  • Demonstrate a general knowledge of of the content and critical issues in the Old and New Testaments from a conservative perspective
  • Demonstrate aptitude for graduate level research in Bible, theology, and ministry-related courses
  • Demonstrate a general knowledge of the Bible, theology, hermeneutics, church history, and practical ministry
  • Learn how to develop, implement, and assess strategies for effective ministry

Admissions Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized institution
  • Credentials earned outside of the US must be evaluated by an approved agency
  • GPA of 2.5 or higher
  • Autobiographical essay giving testimony of salvation and reason for applying to the program
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Read and sign the Student Doctrinal Statement and the Standards of Behavior statement
  • Read and agree to respect the Faculty Doctrinal Statement
  • Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions
  • Completed application with Carolina University

Graduation Requirements

  • Shall have maintained a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5;
  • Shall have passed all courses in the curriculum and made a C or better in professional core courses;
  • Shall have completed at least 15 of the final 18 hours with Carolina University.

Courses

Biblical Studies Core

BIN 500 - Introduction to Hermeneutics
3 Credit Hours
BSN 500 - New Testament Introduction
3 Credit Hours
BSO 500 - Old Testament Introduction
3 Credit Hours
One NT Book (500-699 level Bible book study)
3 Credit Hours
One NT Book (500-699 level Bible book study)
3 Credit Hours
One OT Book (500-699 level Bible book study)
3 Credit Hours
One OT Book (500-699 level Bible book study)
3 Credit Hours

Theology

THE 500 - Theology I
3 Credit Hours
THE 501 - Theology II
3 Credit Hours
THE 505 - Dispensationalism
3 Credit Hours
THE 517 - Apologetics
3 Credit Hours

Church History

HIS 500 - Church History I
3 Credit Hours
HIS 501 - Church History II
3 Credit Hours

Ministry

MIN 507 - Evangelism
3 Credit Hours
MIN 508 - Global Focus of Church Ministry
3 Credit Hours
MIN 520 - Homiletics
3 Credit Hours
MIN 525 - Discipleship and Christian Education
3 Credit Hours
MIN 623 - Biblical Counseling
3 Credit Hours
Electives
18 Credit Hours

Note about Electives:

These are “free” electives. The student and adviser should choose courses from the Piedmont Divinity School curriculum or from other schools of the University that would best prepare the student for their ministry goals. Approved student internships can also be substituted for elective hours.

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