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Doctrinal Statement

Biblical Studies

Master of Arts

48 Credit Hours

Description

The Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (MABS) program is a research-intensive graduate program designed for those who desire to enhance their preaching or teaching of the Bible. Graduates will be prepared to teach Bible and Theology at a college or Christian University or serve as leaders in a ministry. Those who earn an MABS will be able to pursue a language-based research PhD.

Program Learning Outcomes

Articulate an in-depth understanding of selected books of the Bible
Demonstrate a competence in the exegesis of the Hebrew and Greek biblical texts
Learn to interpret the Bible consistently with a literal, grammatical, contextual, and historical hermeneutic
Explain the tenets of Bible Doctrine and evaluate theological trends of major significance
Formulate an analysis and evaluation of graduate-level research on a biblical or theological subject by composing a paper using clear English and standard procedures
Demonstrate a general knowledge of of the content and critical issues in the Old and New Testaments from a conservative perspective

Admissions Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized college or university
GPA of 2.5 or higher
Autobiographical essay giving testimony of salvation and reason for entering the program
Official transcripts from all previously attended schools
Completed application with Carolina University
Agreement with the student doctrinal statement
Agreement with the Piedmont Divinity School’s standards of behavior

Degree Requirements

The maximum time limit to complete the program is five years.
A minimum of 50% of the required credit hours must be completed at CU.
Up to 50% of the required credit hours can be transferred.
Graduation is contingent upon the completion of 48 hours of prescribed courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.