Liberty University Multiple locations Lynchburg , Virginia , United States
Overview
Defend Your Faith and Point Others to God with a Master of Arts in Religion (M.A.R.) – Christian Apologetics
The term apologetics comes from the Greek word apologia, which means “defense.” By studying Christian apologetics, you can learn how to give a reasoned defense of the Christian faith against objections.Through rigorous study of the Old and New Testament and the lives and works of some of the great Christian apologists, you will develop reasoned arguments and the ability to answer questions raised by congregations on the truthfulness of Christianity.
Why Choose Liberty’s Master of Arts in Religion - Christian Apologetics Degree?
Liberty University ’s mission to Train Champions for Christ is fulfilled in this Master of Arts in Religion – Christian Apologetics degree. We help you learn how to defend the Christian faith through the vast resources we have from being one of the largest Christian universities in the nation. Furthermore, you will learn how to convey the important messages in the Bible through rigorous theological studies under the mentorship of Liberty University School of Divinity theologians, such as Dr. Elmer L. Towns, Dr. Harold Wilmington, and Dr. Gary R. Habermas.
Career Opportunities for Master of Religion – Christian Apologetics Graduates
- Chaplain
- Head Pastor
- Missionary
- Teaching Pastor
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting.
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Courses include:
- History of Christian Apologetics
- Faith & Reason
- Evil, Suffering & Hell
- Apologetics & the New Testament
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Religious Studies & Theology View 720 other Masters in Religious Studies & Theology in United StatesExplore more key information
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GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 2
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
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General requirements
- Admission application
- Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 2.0 GPA or higher
- Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree
- John W. Rawlings School of Divinity questionnaire
- Pastoral recommender contact information
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International
545 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 545 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months. -
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545 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 545 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.
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