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Overview
About Apologetics at the Houston Baptist University
The Apologetics program at the Houston Baptist University is intended to provide students with interdisciplinary training in apologetics so that they understand and engage with contemporary worldviews and culture in order to transform the world for Christ, as academics, as apologists, and as followers of Christ.
HBU’s MA in Apologetics is set apart from other apologetics programs by its interdisciplinary nature and its engagement with culture, and the arts and humanities. Furthermore, the program includes a strong component of coursework in writing and communication in apologetics, designed to help students achieve excellence in writing, speaking, and other forms of apologetics engagement. The degree includes a thesis option, which is ideal for students who wish to pursue further work at the doctoral level.
Advantages and Opportunities
Students in the MA in Apologetics program will benefit from small classes with faculty committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. The faculty include nationally and internationally known public intellectuals with terminal degrees from universities such as Baylor University, the University of Notre Dame, the University of St. Andrews, Northwestern University, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Apologetics Research & Writing
- Apologetics Communication
- Philosophy of Religion: Faith and Reason
- "Mere Christian" Theology & Apologetics Implications
- Scripture & Apologetics Implications
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
- International student application deadline is at least two months prior to the stated deadlines above.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
36 SCH
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Education Area & Cultural Studies Religious Studies & Theology View 671 other Masters in Religious Studies & Theology in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Show proof of sufficient English skills
- TOEFL, IELTS, SAT and/or ACT scores, OR
- Completion of two (2) classes of collegiate English taken in the United States
- Certificate of completion from Language Consultants International (ESL program)
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent at an accredited institution of higher education whose instruction is conducted in English.
Tuition Fee
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International
12600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6300 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
12600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6300 USD per semester during 12 months.
Living costs for Houston
1067 - 1950 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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