Overview

At Theology from Vanguard University, you'll develop skills necessary for effective ministry within local churches, mission agencies or para-church ministries.

Biblical Objectives:

Gain exegetical skills in understanding the content of Scripture through its form, context, structure, and vocabulary.
Identify the basic issues involved in the exposition of Scripture including the cultural and historical background of the text.
Apply skills to use Scripture in a variety of life and church circumstances: polity, apologetics, homiletics, Christian ethics, doctrine, and mission.

Theological Objectives:

Examine the development of Christian life at Vanguard University and thought in their historical contexts with this Theology program.
Compare and evaluate prominent theological systems and movements in recent centuries.
Discuss the major theological loci in sensitivity to biblical revelation, doctrinal developments in history, and contemporary contextual changes.

Leadership Objectives:

Cultivate the dimensions of spirituality by exploring the disciplines of the spiritual life, the process of faith formation and the nature of ever-deepening moral life.
Develop the leadership roles of the minister (clergy and lay leader) as preacher, educator, caregiver and administrator in the life of the local church or para-church ministry.
Examine the larger cultural and social environment in which the church carries out its global mission.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theological Studies

Old Testament Exegesis

New Testament Exegesis

Biblical Exegesis and Expository Preaching

Historical Theology

Systematic Theology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 30 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00
Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

48 SCH

48-51

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Theology and Religious Studies General Studies View 163 other Masters in General Studies in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

References: A form and letter must be submitted by both a pastoral and academic reference in order to complete your application.

Personal Statement (3-5 pages): Write a detailed statement of purpose which describes your reasons, including vocational reasons, for pursuing a graduate degree in Religion at Vanguard. Also, describe how your Christian faith is related to your desire to pursue the Masters of Theological Studies program.

Resume/Curriculum Vitae: Please provide a detailed resume or curriculum vitae listing all employment, experience, education, training, etc.

Tuition Fee

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International

11232 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 585 USD per credit during 30 months.
National

11232 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 585 USD per credit during 30 months.
In-State

11232 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 585 USD per credit during 30 months.

Living costs for Costa Mesa

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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