549 Master's degrees in Christian Studies

The Master of Arts degree (M.A.) in Christian Spirituality at Fordham University provides preparation for work in general Christian ministry, in spiritual direction, or in preparation for an academic career in teaching. The program can also assist those who wish to complement their personal spiritual journey with an academic foundation in scripture, theology, and spirituality.

The University of Aberdeen offers an MTh or PhD in Divinity, with flexible study options including part-time and distance learning. This degree programme immerses students in Christian faith, life, and doctrine, all within a rich historical context. The duration for the PhD can be either 36 or 48 months, depending on the chosen pathway.

Within the Religious Studies MRes programme from the University of Nottingham you'll combine your own research with insight from our advanced taught modules.

The Crusader Studies course at Royal Holloway University of London  offers a unique and fascinating examination of the ideas, impact and personalities of this subject from the medieval age to the present day. You will be taught, inspired and challenged by internationally recognised experts in this field.

The Master of Studies (MSt) in Theology at the University of Oxford is offered in many areas of theology, such as Biblical Interpretation, Christian Doctrine, Christian Ethics, Ecclesiastical History, New Testament studies and Old Testament studies. Students of Christian Doctrine specialise in one of two areas: Patristic Theology or Modern Theology. 

Cedarville University 's Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree will prepare you for effective local church and global ministry. Delivered within a vibrant, comprehensive Christian university setting, Cedarville’s M.Div. degree is wholly committed to biblical authority, the Great Commission, and equipping the next generation of leaders for the local church.

Do you feel called to counseling outside of the formal role of pastor? This Master of Arts (M.A.) in Human Services -  Christian Counseling program at Regent University is a nonlicensure degree that will give you counseling strategies, techniques and caregiving activities from a Christian perspective.

Aquinas Institute of Theology’s Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies - Concentration in Spiritual Direction (MAPS-CD) is a specific track within the general MAPS program. While still preparing students for service to the Church in a variety of Christian ministries, the MAPS-SD focuses students' elective credits in order to explicitly prepare them for roles as spiritual directors.

The Liturgical Studies program at Graduate Theological Union will have students engage in critical research into the historical evolution of Christian rites; theological reflection about Christian ritual practice (historical and contemporary); and analysis/interpretation of the ritual practices and embodied faith expressions of particular liturgical traditions.

Offered in collaboration with the University of St Andrews, this 2-year joint degree Comparative Religion - Study of Judaism and Christianity program from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem provides students with the unique opportunity to gain comparative and cross-cultural perspectives on Judaism and Christianity while studying at two world-class universities in Israel and Scotland.

Cedarville University’s residential Divinity - Advanced  Master  program will prepare you for effective local church and global ministry. 

This special Master of Arts Chaplaincy degree at Grace College and Seminary is for students called to provide spiritual support and guidance outside the local church.

You’ve answered the call. Now is the time to prepare for the mission. The Christian Ministry degree at Regent University equips you to lead in a specialized ministry setting. 

The Pastoral Ministry program at St. John’s Seminary for directors of religious education, youth ministers, campus ministers, catechists, K-12 theology teachers, and anyone else interested in receiving formation for ministry, such as permanent deacons.   

The Biblical Counseling Master is offered by Maranatha Baptist University. The curriculum includes practical courses in topics such as crisis counseling and addictive behavior, while providing a solid foundation of biblical and theological courses.

Through our online Master of Divinity in the New Evangelization at Holy Apostles College and Seminary, you will be guided to pursue truth, goodness, and beauty for a lifetime. 

The Divinity, Pastoral Care and Counseling MDiv/MA program at New Brunswick Theological Seminary offers a unique and comprehensive theological education, blending divinity studies with pastoral care and counseling, to prepare graduates for multifaceted ministry roles.

The Divinity degree at Simpson University is one that was designed for those with a desire to deepen their relationship with God by growing in calling, character, competence, and confidence.

The Master of Divinity degree from Harding University lays a solid foundation for a lifetime of ministry through a focus on spiritual growth, research tools, and practical ministry skills.

The University of St. Thomas (UST)'s Pastoral Studies MA program is dedicated to providing outstanding theological education in the Roman Catholic tradition.