Overview
By offering 12 units of electives as part of the curriculum, the MABS program allows students to focus on a particular area of interest.
This Biblical Studies program from the Southern California Seminary includes the preparation of a research thesis that should correspond to the students’ area of interest related to biblical and theological studies. The program can be completed in about two years if students take 9-12 units each trimester.
Objectives
Upon successful completion of the Master of Arts in Biblical Studies Program students will be able to:
- Interpret the content of the Old and New Testaments utilizing a literal-grammatical-historical hermeneutic;
- Demonstrate a graduate-level proficiency in theological research and writing;
- Explain the foundational theological doctrines of the Christian faith;
- Expound Biblical truths in a variety of settings;
- Integrate biblical knowledge for spiritual growth, discipleship in vocational ministry; and
- Provide leadership in a variety of ministry contexts inside and outside of the local church.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Hermeneutics
- Church History and Canonicity (trimester)
- Gospels and Acts
- Critical Thinking and Argumentation
- Christian Ethics and Leadership
- Pauline Epistles and Hebrews
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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All parts of a student’s application should be received by SCS six months before the beginning of the fall or spring trimester.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
60 SCH
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Religious Studies & Theology View 804 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 2
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Apply for admission
- Request Official Transcripts
- Submit Essay (2-essays for DMin)
- Submit Reference (Pastor/Chaplain)
- Apply for Financial Aid
Tuition Fee
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International
14040 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 468 USD per credit during 24 months. -
National
14040 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 468 USD per credit during 24 months.
Living costs for El Cajon
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
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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